BHP has reinforced its strategic partnership with global technology leader ABB through a new multi-year global framework agreement.
ABB, known for its expertise in industrial automation, electrification and digitalisation, is a critical technology partner across BHP’s global operations, including sites such as the Escondida copper mine in Chile and the Jansen potash project in Canada.
The agreement aims to strengthen collaboration in project delivery, operations and maintenance, as well as accelerate BHP’s decarbonisation efforts across its global assets.
This partnership will assist BHP in its long-term commitment to achieve net-zero operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and to support sustainable growth in copper, potash and iron ore.
“Celebrating this partnership in South Australia is no coincidence, South Australia is home to one of the most globally significant copper basins, and the world needs more quality copper to support the energy transition that is already underway,” BHP chief commercial officer Rag Udd said.
“Strategic partnerships like the one we have with ABB will be integral in supporting BHP’s growth ambitions, such as those we have in South Australia, as well as our operational decarbonisation efforts globally.”
BHP group procurement officer Rashpal Bhatti said this multi-year agreement further solidifies the important partnership between BHP and ABB.
“(It) will enable even greater collaboration as BHP looks to maintain productive, efficient and safe operations, reach our operational decarbonisation goals, and achieve more sustainable growth,” Bhatti said.
“BHP’s relationship with ABB is underpinned by a shared commitment to sustainability, decarbonisation, and generating social value for the communities in which we operate.”
ABB process industries president Joachim Braun said this global framework agreement underscores its long-standing partnership with BHP, strengthening its collaboration to drive productivity, safety, and sustainability.
“ABB is proud to be a trusted partner for BHP in fostering a more resilient and sustainable future,” he said.