BHP says it is strengthening its strategic partnership with global technology company ABB, through the signing of a multi-year Global Framework Agreement.

ABB is a leader in industrial automation, electrification and digitalisation, and delivers critical technologies and equipment for BHP’s global operations including Escondida in Chile, the BHP Jansen project in Canada, and various packages across its Australian assets.

This new agreement will enable further opportunities for BHP and ABB to collaborate in support of project delivery, operations and maintenance, as well as progressing operational decarbonisation efforts across BHP’s global operations.

To continue progress towards its goal to achieve net-zero operational greenhouse gas emissions (Scopes 1 and 2 emissions at its operated assets) by 2050, BHP says it knows that enabling technology must be developed and deployed rapidly. Working with leading global technology partners such as ABB has the potential to play a key role in supporting BHP’s decarbonisation ambition, as well as supporting more sustainable growth in copper, potash and iron ore, it added.

BHP Chief Commercial Officer, Rag Udd, said: “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.

“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 (pictured on the right), said: “This multi-year agreement further solidifies the important partnership between BHP and ABB, and 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.

“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 (pictured on the left), said: “This Global Framework Agreement underscores our long-standing partnership with BHP, strengthening our collaboration to drive productivity, safety and sustainability. Together, we are committed to accelerating the deployment of advanced technologies that not only optimise productivity, but also drive decarbonisation efforts in line with global climate ambitions.

“ABB is proud to be a trusted partner for BHP in fostering a more resilient and sustainable future.”