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Mine-to-network connectivityHigh-performing, reliable communication networks are enabling the next era of autonomously controlled machinery in mines

High-performing, reliable communication networks are enabling the next era of autonomously controlled machinery in mines

By Mehanaz Yakub

August 04, 2025

Newmont has deployed Ericsson private 5G for teleremote operation of its dozers at the Cadia gold-copper mine in Australia. Courtesy of Newmont

An increasing number of digital and next-generation technologies—such as sensors, automated machinery and wireless monitoring systems—are transforming mining operations to become safer, smarter and more streamlined than ever before.

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