BHP is partnering with XCMG Mining Equipment Co., one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing mining equipment manufacturers, for the delivery of mining fleet solutions across our global operations.

Under a Global Agreement Framework signed this week, BHP and XCMG will collaborate on the planning and deployment of mining equipment aligned to our technical, safety and sustainability standards. This includes pathways for joint engineering engagement, localisation of support services, and alignment on emerging technology readiness.

The agreement does not include any market share commitments but will enable deeper discoveries already under way – particularly for fleet, components, and potential end-to-end solutions at BHP operations.

The new partnership reflects BHP’s continued focus on strengthening our supply chain resilience, advancing operational technology pathways, and deepening engagement with strategic partners in key manufacturing regions. It also allows us to diversify our supplier base by working with globally competitive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) that can support evolving fleet, automation, and decarbonisation requirements.

BHP Group Procurement Officer Rashpal Bhatti said: “This partnership with XCMG reflects BHP’s approach to working closely with strategic suppliers to shape the future of mining technology. By combining our operational insight with XCMG’s innovation capability, we’re supporting the development of safer, more sustainable fleet solutions. It’s a strong step towards reducing emissions across our operations.”

BHP’s partnership with XCMG marks a significant milestone in BHP’s Emerging Markets strategy, which is aimed at unlocking cost efficiencies, innovation pathways, and supply resilience by engaging high-performing, non-traditional suppliers – a deliberate shift toward building long-term relationships that balance capability, competitiveness and strategic alignment across regions.

It is also part of BHP’s broader initiative to enable future-ready equipment supply models that support decarbonisation, digitalisation, and cost-effective operations.