Foran says the combination of the LH518iBs and TH550Bs will "showcase the next wave of battery-electric vehicles helping support a sustainable, decarbonised future". Sandvik launched the LH518iB in March 2023, becoming the first Sandvik underground battery machine equipped for full automation, being compatible with its AutoMine Lite and AutoMine Fleet offerings as well as its Manual Production Monitoring system. Sandvik's patented self-swapping battery system on board the LH518iB, including the AutoSwap and AutoConnect functions, minimises infrastructure needs and enables the loader to return to operation significantly sooner than 'fast-charge' mining BEVs, the company claims.