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Thiess delivers first zero-hour rebuilt trucks

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Global mining services provider Thiess successfully exported its first fleet of rebuilt trucks – five Cat 789s trucks – from Batam Island in Indonesia to Perth, Australia, with more enroute to support the ongoing demand for hauling fleet.

The Thiess Rebuild Centre team in Indonesia resets the usage clock on each truck to zero hours, extending each truck’s service life by 40,000 to 60,000 hours, with a full rebuild that includes overhauling all major components and refurbishing the chassis and electrical systems. Since opening in January 2024, the team has completed 17 trucks, with six more near completion. A total of 31 trucks are expected to be completed and exported by the end of the year.

Thiess Group Executive Chair and CEO Michael Wright said: “Our truck and component rebuilds underscore Thiess’ commitment to sustainable solutions and innovation in mining.

“The rebuilt equipment and components will result in improved machine productivities, incorporating product updates and technology improvements, delivering reliability and enhanced mining efficiencies at lower costs for our clients.

“The centre also serves as an incubator, allowing us to explore decarbonisation and alternative fuel technologies, with future opportunities to offer these services to our clients.

“Our rebuild team has successfully developed innovative solutions such as building diagonal stairway control boxes from piece parts, helping circumvent global supply chain issues.”

Strategically located near Singapore to service Thiess operations in Asia and Australia, the centre showcases the role Thiess can play in the future of sustainable mining, which includes creating opportunities in the communities where the company operates.

Thiess Engineering Indonesia General Manager Daryl Albury said: “Thiess has invested in several local programs across the Batam region.

“We’ve partnered with Batam State Polytechnic and vocational schools across Batam to provide work experience programs and sponsored local youth to take part in our leading Apprentice Program at our Balikpapan Training Centre, providing valuable skills in mechanics and auto-electrical trades.

“These contributions ensure we’re helping to build a robust workforce and pipeline of skilled local workers that supports economic growth and innovation across the region.”

Further strengthening Thiess’ community impact, the Thiess Rebuild Centre team has also worked closely with local government on various initiatives aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and public health.

In addition to planting 500 mangrove trees and distributing 20 waste bins made from recycled oil drums to promote cleanliness and recycling across the region, Thiess has joined a government-led infant stunting reduction program, providing essential nutritional support to 10 affected babies and their families in Batam.

Mr Albury said: “Through this program, we’re seeing positive health outcomes, with improved weight and height of the babies.”

With the Thiess Rebuild Centre, Thiess is reaffirming its commitment to sustainable practices, community support and technological advancement, setting a new standard for sustainable mining services and asset management.

Watch our first zero-hour rebuilt trucks make their way from Batam Island to our Western Australian operations here.

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Issued by Thiess Pty Ltd ABN 87 010 221 486  thiess.com

Captions for attached photos:

  • TRC1.jpg : Thiess has successfully reset the usage clock on five Cat 789 trucks to zero hours, extending each service truck’s life by 40,000-60,000 hours
  • TRC2.jpg: One of the five Cat 789 trucks successfully rebuilt by the Thiess Rebuild Centre arrives safely in Western Australia
  • TRC3.jpg : Thiess Rebuild Centre team member at work 

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About Thiess 
Thiess partners with its clients to deliver sustainable solutions in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. Thiess operates across the mine life cycle from engineering, mine planning and development, asset management, extraction and haulage, and rehabilitation.

Established in 1934, Thiess operates across diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. As a global services provider, Thiess is uniquely placed to make a significant contribution to responsible, sustainable mining and a low-carbon future by working with its clients, suppliers and the industry to enable the global energy transition.

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Contact details:

Vivian Lim, Group Manager – Marketing & Communication, vlim@thiess.com

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