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Fortescue Deploys Industrial Robots to Plug In 6 MW Chargers for Electric Haul Trucks

Australian mining giant Fortescue is utilizing modified KUKA assembly-line robots to plug in its massive 240-tonne battery-electric haul trucks. The automated robotic arms safely wrangle the heavy industrial cables required to deliver up to 6 MW of ultra-fast charging power in the harsh Pilbara desert. This innovative approach solves the physical safety challenge of manually handling cables carrying megawatt-scale currents.

October 22, 2026·Electrek·Fortescue
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Fortescue Employs Automotive Robotics to Build World's Largest 6 MW EV Chargers for Mining Fleet

Australian mining behemoth Fortescue is developing its own ultra-high-power electric vehicle chargers, rated at 6 megawatts, to support its ambitious plan of electrifying its entire iron ore operations in the Pilbara. The company is repurposing car welding robots to construct these massive charging stations, which are essential for transitioning its heavy-duty mining trucks away from fossil fuels.

October 12, 2026·The Driven·Fortescue
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Fortescue CEO Tests 150-Ton Battery-Electric Mining Haul Truck

Mining giant Fortescue is electrifying its heavy-duty fleet, with its CEO recently taking a 150-ton battery-electric haul truck for a test drive. This move highlights the company's commitment to transitioning its operations to electric power, showcasing the capabilities of its next-generation heavy machinery.

July 27, 2026·Electrek·Fortescue
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