CATL and BHP Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive the Electrification Transformation of the Mining Sector

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader in new energy innovation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with BHP Group Limited (BHP), one of the world’s top resource companies, to advance battery technology and electrification in the mining industry.

BHP and CATL

Under the agreement, the two companies will collaborate on developing high-performance battery solutions for mining equipment and locomotives, including rapid-charging infrastructure. Additionally, they will explore energy storage systems and battery recycling initiatives to enhance sustainability across BHP’s mining operations.

As a pioneer in cutting-edge battery technology, CATL is dedicated to accelerating the global energy transition through innovative electrification and energy storage solutions. This partnership aligns with BHP’s long-term goal of achieving net-zero operational greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2050.

The collaboration will not only accelerate the electrification of BHP’s mining operations but also promote circular economy practices by optimizing battery recycling processes. Leveraging BHP’s copper resources, the partnership aims to establish more sustainable value chains within the mining sector.

Rashpal Bhatti, BHP Chief Commercial Officer, stated: “Partnering with CATL, a leader in battery technology and energy storage, is a crucial step in realizing our decarbonization ambitions. This collaboration will help drive transformative change across the global resources industry, fostering a more sustainable and productive future.

BHP and CATL

Tan Libin, Head of Overseas Business at CATL, added: “We are thrilled to work with BHP, a like-minded industry leader committed to a zero-carbon future. By integrating advanced battery technologies into mining operations, logistics, and product delivery, we aim to demonstrate how innovation can decarbonize heavy industries while creating long-term value.

This strategic partnership underscores both companies’ shared vision of leveraging technology to build a cleaner, more efficient mining sector, setting a benchmark for sustainable development in the resources industry.

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