Liebherr Zambia Boosts Mining Fleet with Cutting-Edge Excavators
In an exciting development for the Zambian mining industry, Liebherr Zambia has delivered two state-of-the-art R 9350 excavators to Kascco Ltd, one of the country’s prominent mining contractors. This pivotal achievement, completed in 2025, highlights an important step forward in enhancing operational efficiency within the mining sector. The latest handover ceremony took place in late August at Sentinel Copper Mine, part of First Quantum Mineral’s innovative Trident Project in northwestern Zambia. This partnership represents a significant milestone in both companies’ continued commitment to excellence in mining operations.
The R 9350 excavators, each weighing in at an impressive 300 tonnes, join an already diverse fleet of Liebherr equipment at the Sentinel site, which features 15 T 284 mining trucks and several other excavators. This upgrade signifies Kascco’s dedication to leveraging advanced technology for enhanced productivity. According to Omar Fakir, Kascco’s operations director, the addition of these exceptional machines is expected to elevate the company’s capabilities significantly. “We firmly believe that the Liebherr R 9350 will be a transformative asset in enhancing productivity, reliability, and overall efficiency across our mining operations,” he stated, underscoring the positive impact that these excavators will have on their projects.
What sets this delivery apart is that it marks the introduction of Liebherr’s mining product segment to Kascco, further deepening their business relationship. The partnership has thrived over the years, focusing primarily on construction-sized equipment, but this new venture signals an exciting expansion into larger mining machinery. The collaborative spirit between Liebherr Zambia and Kascco was palpable during the handover ceremony, which celebrated the prospects these machines bring to both entities.
Liebherr Zambia has committed to providing comprehensive on-site support to ensure that Kascco maximizes the performance of the new excavator fleet. A dedicated team of technicians will be stationed at the Kalumbila satellite site to offer expert assistance and maintenance services, ensuring that the R 9350s operate at peak efficiency. “The involvement of the Liebherr team has been key to our successful acquisition, with their professionalism and understanding of our operational requirements truly making a difference,” added Fakir.
Sebastien Tomasina, managing director of operations at Liebherr Zambia Ltd, echoed these sentiments, expressing enthusiasm about their strengthened partnership. “We are delighted to support Kascco in achieving continued success with these new R 9350 excavators,” he said, indicating that this collaboration is set to foster long-term benefits for both organizations as they strive for sustainable growth.
As Zambia continues to evolve as a hub for mining innovation, investments like this one by Liebherr not only enhance operational efficiency but also set the stage for future developments in the industry. With a focus on collaboration and technological advancement, there’s no doubt that Kascco and Liebherr are poised for success in the Zambian mining landscape.
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