Intelligent Mining & Energy
Solution Discussion Salon 2025
Building IT backbone for Intelligence Mine & Energy
– Improve Safety and Boost Efficiency
On 9 May 2025, Intelligent Mining & Energy Solution Discussion Salon 2025, organised by Huawei (a global leader in ICT solutions) and China Telecom (a dedicated service integrator who has comprehensive experience in Telco and IT industry), took place at the W Hotel in Brisbane. With the theme of “Building IT backbone for Intelligence Mine & Energy”, the event attracted representatives from Australia’s mining, energy, and technology sectors. Attendees discussed how digital transformation could drive the mining industry towards dual-track development as “smart + green”.
ICT Infrastructure: The Core Engine of Mining Safety and Efficiency
Arthur Ye, Australia Key Accounts Director at Huawei, and Jack Wang, Sales Manager of Australia Commercial Market Development, delivered a keynote speech in which they emphasised the following points: “To incorporate a ‘Smart + Green’ Mine & Energy, a solid ICT infrastructure is key. In this congress, you will have the opportunity to learn about strategies for seamless wireless connectivity, highly efficient data centres, all-Optical mining and all the platforms that will allow you to streamline your operations.”
“Huawei is the global leading solution provider for above technologies. Its intelligent solutions have been successfully implemented in numerous mining projects worldwide, assisting customers in achieving cost reductions of up to 15% and enhancing production efficiency by as much as 20%.”
Monica Cai, General Manager of the China Telecom Government and Enterprise Customer Division, stated, “As a service integrator, China Telecom can offer Australian mining companies comprehensive support, from spectrum privatisation applications to end-to-end data management. For example, the cost of applying for dedicated spectrum in a mining area can be as low as a few thousand Australian dollars, and the process is efficient.”
Focus Discussion: Intelligent Practices and Localisation Challenges
During the question-and-answer session, representatives from Australian mining companies expressed particular concern about the following issues:
The practical application of intelligent equipment is a key focus. For instance, the design and practical application of 50-kilometre long-distance transport scenarios.
Cost and Benefit Budget: apart from greenfield projects, whether there are opportunities to plan and implement intelligent transformation applications in other stages of mine operations. The cost-benefit budget is a critical issue.
Supply Chain Localisation: In light of Australia’s rigorous safety certification requirements, it is crucial to assess whether Chinese equipment suppliers can successfully pass local compliance reviews and meet certification requirements. This would significantly reduce the equipment procurement cycle for buyers, enhancing their efficiency.
