Ericsson and Becker Mining Systems AG drive digital transformation with Private 5G

Becker Mining Systems AG has signed a multi-country reselling agreement with Ericsson to sell and deliver the Ericsson EP5G and private network solutions. The frame agreement covers many countries including Canada, US, Mexico, Chile, France, Germany and Poland with plans to expand the agreement to new countries in the future.

Thomas Noren, Head of Dedicated Networks, Ericsson, says: "With deployments underway in several countries, Ericsson and Becker are working together to create data-driven mines around the world. Wireless connectivity through EP5G creates smarter mines that take advantage of electrification, data and information analysis, machine automation and advanced operations that increase productivity, keep miners safe and cut their carbon footprint."

Prof. Dr. Franz Becker, Chief Executive Officer, Becker Mining Systems, says: "Connected mine projects are the future of the mining industry by guaranteeing efficiency, greater profitability, safety for miners and less environmental impact, by automating mining companies they can increase their sustainability by reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. This solution heralds in Industry 4.0 and will become a global benchmark for the mining industry."

For more information: https://www.ericsson.com/en/portfolio/enterprise-wireless-solutions/dedicated-networks