The ‘Inspired by Innovation Award' honours Epiroc's most innovative technical development that has had a proven commercial success. It is presented to the team behind the new generation SmartROC D65 surface drill rig. The upgraded SmartROC D65 has an automation-ready platform, enabling fully autonomous operations. This rig features smart features such as automated drilling and rod handling. It also reduces an already low fuel consumption by implementing a new hydraulic and compressor control system.

The ‘United in Performance Award' honours exceptional customer collaboration. It is presented to an Epiroc team in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as to customer Kamoa Copper's team at the new Kamoa-Kakula mine. Through close collaboration, the teams have successfully managed to get the mine up and running in a very efficient and safe manner. Through planned phased expansions, the mine, which began commercial production in 2021, is positioned to become one of the world's largest copper-producing mines.  

Finally, the ‘Dare to Think New Award' gets its name from Epiroc's vision launched last year. It is presented to Epiroc's Customer Centre in the US, which has enhanced its operations over the last couple years to further improve the experience for customers, colleagues, and other stakeholders. This has resulted in, among other things, an even more customer-centric approach, even during the period of global supply-chain challenges.  

"The award winners are great examples of Epiroc's innovative spirit and vision to dare to think new. Congratulations to everyone," says Helena Hedblom, Epiroc's president and CEO. "We continue to focus on innovative solutions that strengthen safety and productivity for customers as well as in our own operations."

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