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ABB’s hoisting team works with Canadian and South African Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors to identify the most efficient hoists for Karowe diamond mine in Botswana.


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life by over 12 years, through to 2040. The mine, operated by Lucara Diamond


A Early engagement between the customer and ABB was key to the success of the project.


Corporation’s subsidiary Lucara Botswana, has been producing large, high-quality Type IIA diamonds since 2012. As part of its expansion, two shafts


are being sunk—one for ventilation and one for production. The production shaft will accommodate hoisting production, supported by a service hoist. ABB’s hoisting team worked closely


with both Canadian and South African Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors to identify the most efficient solutions for the project. “We have supported the team


Both new hoists are being installed by the UMS Group under the direction of ABB. 8 | March 2025 | www.hoistmagazine.com


throughout the project lifecycle to ensure the best possible outcome. We are committed to helping partners achieve their goals effectively and efficiently,” said Danielle Koekemoer, local sales manager for Hoisting at ABB. The first phase of the project involved assessing how to best utilize the existing hoist fleet. ABB’s experts worked on refurbishing four hoists, including two kibble hoists and two sets of stage hoists, all of which came from the hoist


BB has provided a tailored hoisting solution to expand Karowe diamond mine in Botswana, extending the mine’s


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