Epiroc wins major equipment contract to support Peru copper mine expansion

By admin September 1, 2026 5:52 pm IST

Epiroc will supply Pit Viper 351 surface blasthole drill rigs, drilling tools, technical support, and training to support the mine’s expansion and productivity goals.

The Peruvian mine is operated by a consortium comprising leading Chinese investment companies and a globally recognised mining company headquartered in Australia, which also serves as the mine operator. Epiroc will provide a fleet of Pit Viper 351 surface blasthole drill rigs for the mine’s expansion. Epiroc will also supply drilling tools and spare parts, together with on-site technical services, field support, and specialised training programs, to ensure maximum performance of this large-scale mining operation.

The equipment order is valued at around SEK 210 million and was booked in the second quarter 2026.

“Epiroc has provided this mine in Peru with advanced drilling equipment for around a decade now, and we look forward to continue supporting this major copper producer to optimise its safety, productivity and total cost of ownership,” says Helena Hedblom, President & CEO of Epiroc

The Pit Viper 351 drill rig is built to work hard and last long. It comes equipped with Epiroc’s Rig Control System (RCS) operating platform, making it ready for automation. The machine is setting the bar for productivity and reliability when large blastholes are part of the mining production plan.