Vale, Komatsu, and Cummins team up to retrofit trucks with ethanol-diesel dual fuel capable engines

In Japan, Vale, Komatsu, and Cummins announced a strategic agreement to develop the Dual Fuel Program (DF), aimed at retrofitting the 830E and 930E diesel trucks with ethanol-diesel dual fuel capable engines. This innovative program is a significant step forward in supporting Vale’s 2030 carbon reduction roadmap and demonstrates the commitment of all three companies to advancing sustainability in the mining industry.

The Dual Fuel Program is a recognition of the necessity to reduce carbon emissions in mining operations. Converting existing diesel engines in haul trucks to run on a mix of ethanol and diesel will extend the trucks’ lifespan and considerably reduce carbon emissions. The retrofitted trucks will be capable of using a fuel mix of up to 70% ethanol and reducing direct CO2 emissions by up to 70%.
The collaboration between Vale, Komatsu, and Cummins underscores the importance of partnerships in achieving sustainability goals. By combining industry expertise and resources, the three companies aim to accelerate the development and implementation of the DF retrofit solution. This partnership addresses the environmental challenges of the near term and lays the groundwork for future initiatives to enhance sustainability and efficiency across the industry.