Sandvik Mining advances mining through technology and local expertise
Sandvik Mining VP and MD Southern Africa Imraan Amod spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026. Camerawork: Shadwyn Dickinson. Editing Darlene Creamer.
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a global supplier of equipment, tools, parts, services and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Its offering spans rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying, with a strong focus on improving customer productivity, safety and operational efficiency.
In Southern Africa, Sandvik has operated since 1948 and continues to expand its regional footprint, with operations in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana. Its local presence enables the company to combine global technology and expertise with direct service and support tailored to regional mining conditions.
Sandvik’s mining portfolio includes underground and surface drilling equipment, loaders and haul trucks, rock tools, mechanical cutting solutions and mine automation technologies. Its automation offering ranges from individual equipment solutions to full fleet control, helping mines enhance productivity, safety and process reliability.
A key element of Sandvik’s local capability is its Khomanani facility in South Africa, which supports equipment refurbishment, rebuilding and local assembly to original equipment manufacturer standards. The company also provides lifecycle support through genuine parts, services and digital solutions.
With innovation, sustainability and safety central to its strategy, Sandvik continues to develop technologies and services aimed at creating more productive, efficient and sustainable mining operations.
Sandvik Mining VP and MD Southern Africa Imraan Amod spoke to Engineering News & Mining Weekly during the Electra Mining Africa event, held in Johannesburg from 7 to 11 September 2026.
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