Who We Are

Founded in 2018, EACON Mining is a technology company specialising in OEM-agnostic autonomous driving solutions for the mining industry. With strong capabilities in vehicle engineering and mining operations, EACON delivers end-to-end solutions-from customised development and deployment to transition, operation, and maintenance. With offices in China and Australia, we are now rapidly expanding operations into international markets.

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  • Our Vision

    To become a world-class autonomous mining company

    We strive to set the global standard for autonomous mining, delivering innovative, reliable, and scalable solutions that transform operations, empower people, and respect the environment. By pushing the boundaries of technology and operational excellence, EACON is shaping the future of mining worldwide.

  • Our Mission

    To make mining safer, smarter, and more sustainable for everyone

    Mining shouldn’t cost lives or the environment, and advanced technology shouldn’t be a privilege. That’s why EACON creates adaptable, affordable autonomy solutions. So that more mines, contractors, and communities can access the benefits of safer and greener operations. Our autonomy drives more than machines. It drives a safer, cleaner future for mining.

Our History

  • 2018

    0 PROJECTS

    • EACON founded.
    • Officially established with a vision to make mining safer and greener through autonomy.
  • 2019

    0 PROJECTS

    • First field trials.
    • Began autonomous haulage testing at a mine site.
    • Secured angel funding.
  • 2020

    2 PROJECTS

    • First commercial pilots.
    • Entered two open-pit coal mine projects; AHS operations began.
    • Pre-A round funding completed.
  • 2021

    2 PROJECTS

    • 24/7 autonomy achieved with safety drivers.
    • Became the first in China to enable fully unmanned 24/7 autonomous haulage.
    • Received series B1 financing.
  • 2022

    2 PROJECTS

    • No safety driver milestone.
    • Pioneered normalised autonomous operations without safety drivers.
    • Series B2 financing secured.
  • 2023

    5 PROJECTS

    • Deployed 20 battery-electric vehicles at Fushan Quarry.
    • Established EACON Mining Australia and partnered with MACA.
    • Achieved world’s largest autonomous fleet in a single mine (200+ trucks).
  • 2024

    20 PROJECTS

    • Formed strategic partnership with Thiess.
    • ORCASTRA® system deployed across 1000+ autonomous trucks.
    • Entered gold, iron, and lead-zinc mines.
    • Secured Series C++ funding.
  • 2025

    25 PROJECTS

    • Retrofit in Australia begins.
    • Launched joint retrofit project with Thiess and Norton Gold Fields in Karlgoolie, Australia.
    • Brought ORCASTRA® to copper mines.

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Our Capabilities

Trusted Autonomous Haulage Solutions Provider

  • Autonomy Solution

    Full stack autonomous technology, fleet management system, local deployment and support

  • Vehicle Engineering

    Drive-by-wire design, hybrid-electric powertrain design, battery-electric powertrain design

  • Mining Operation

    Mining operation experience, people and process support, local mining contracting partners

Partners

Hear From Our Clients and Partners

  • By adopting EACON’s autonomous truck technology, we aim to address the shortage of skilled drivers, reduce our operating costs, and enhance on-site safety. More importantly, this technology will enable us to mine low-grade resources that were previously out of reach.

    CEO of Norton Gold Fields

    Wei Lin

  • EACON's OEM-agnostic platform, scalability and demonstrated results were key to moving this collaboration forward.

    Group Executive - Autonomy & Assets at Thiess

    Ryan Kirkwood

  • Autonomous mining operations have greatly enhanced safety, productivity, and resource efficiency. Looking ahead, we’ll continue to invest in R&D and bring in more autonomous equipment.

    General Manager of Huolinhe South Coal Mine

    Haili Yu

  • The launch of autonomous haulage operations enables us to capitalise on new technological advancements and industrial changes, while boosting productivity at the grassroots level, tailored to local conditions.

    Chairperson of the Union

    Yongpu Yao

Autonomy Starts Here