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ABB is a global technology company that specialises in electrification, automation, robotics and motion. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, the company operates in more than 100 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. ABB is publicly listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange and Nasdaq Stockholm. The company provides products, systems and services to utility, industry and transport and infrastructure customers, with a focus on enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. Its portfolio includes electric vehicle charging infrastructure, industrial automation systems, power grids, robotics and drives. ABB employs about 105 000 people worldwide and generates annual revenue in the range of $29-billion to $30-billion. Major operating divisions include Electrification, Motion, Process Automation and Robotics & Discrete Automation. The company was formed in 1988 through the merger of Sweden's Allmänna Svenska Elektriska Aktiebolaget (ASEA) and Switzerland's Brown, Boveri & Cie, creating the ABB name from the initials of the two founding firms.

ABB News


Image of Booyco Engineering HVAC units being assembled
Improved cab comfort supports safer, more efficient operations
8th May 2026

Ensuring safe and comfortable working conditions in the cabs of construction, earthmoving and mobile mining equipment improves operator wellbeing and overall productivity, asserts heating,... 


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AI boosts capability of industrial device digital solutions  
8th May 2026

Global technology, electrification and automation company ABB has announced the latest version of its digital technology solution, aimed at enhancing industrial device maintenance. The update... 


A Hitachi EH 4000 AC3 battery-electric haul truck drives up an incline
Zambian copper major eyes electric truck expansion
8th May 2026 By: Donna Slater

Following trials of a prototype battery-electric, ultra-class rigid-frame dump truck that started in June 2024, copper major First Quantum Minerals (FQM) is targeting having the first commercial... 


An image of a train moving on rail tracks
Private sector to spur revitalisation
8th May 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

South Africa’s rail network infrastructure challenges continue to stifle economic competitiveness, sustainability and regional integration, and the network requires a complete revitalisation... 


Large copper nugget
Eva copper project, Australia – update
24th April 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

Technology company ABB has been awarded a contract to deliver gearless mill drive and ring-geared mill drive technology to the project. 


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Generative AI enhances insights into energy management systems
17th April 2026

Electrification and automation technology specialist ABB has integrated its generative AI solution, ABB Ability Industrial Knowledge Vault (IKV) with its ABB Ability Energy Management System (EMS).... 


Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland, Australia
ABB awarded contract to deliver grinding tech for Harmony’s Eva copper project
15th April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Technology company ABB has been awarded a contract to deliver gearless mill drive (GMD) and ring-geared mill drive (RMD) technology for gold mining and exploration company Harmony Gold Mining... 


Vestas announces appointment of Johan Helberg as Managing Director for Southern & Eastern Africa
Vestas announces appointment of Johan Helberg as Managing Director for Southern & Eastern Africa
2nd April 2026

Vestas, the global leader in sustainable energy solutions, announces the appointment of Johan Helberg as Managing Director for Vestas Southern & Eastern Africa, effective February 2026. Johan... 


Image of ABB pH sensors
Sensor with digital connectivity lasts 10 times longer
26th March 2026

A new sensor for pH/oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) measurement is said to offer an industry-leading lifespan. The 500 X sensor from ABB is engineered for demanding industrial applications... 


MMC achieves stable power supply at South African plant using ABB tech
MMC achieves stable power supply at South African plant using ABB tech
18th February 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

Global technology company ABB has deployed its high-performance controller technology for high-power rectifier applications to ensure stable power supplies at Manganese Metal Company’s (MMC’s)... 


ABB to share technologies miners need for Real Progress at Mining Indaba 2026
6th February 2026

Global technology leader ABB announces its participation in the upcoming Mining Indaba 2026, taking place from 9–12 February 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC).  This... 


Engie South Africa renewables and batteries MD Sanjeev Mungroo
Energy expert rejoins Engie as renewables unit MD
6th February 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Green energy company Engie South Africa has appointed Sanjeev Mungroo MD of its renewables and batteries business, effective January 1. Engie South Africa says in a statement issued on January 22... 


Image of Jansen mine shafts
Jansen potash project, Canada – update
23rd January 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

BHP has completed a detailed reassessment of the cost and schedule for Jansen Stage 1. 


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