TKV breaks through with technology

TKV bứt phá bằng công nghệ- Ảnh 1. — TKV considers science and technology as the key to increasing productivity, ensuring safety and sustainable development for the Vietnamese coal industry.

Mechanization - A breakthrough in underground mining

Nam Mau Coal Company is considered a "model" for mechanization application in TKV. In recent years, the unit has continuously invested in modern Combai coal cutting lines, helping to reduce labor and increase output. In 2024, Nam Mau Coal constructed 776 m of furnace, expected to reach 940 m in 2025. The mechanized system with a capacity of 1,500 tons/day (equivalent to 35,000 - 38,000 tons/month) will officially operate from the fourth quarter of 2025, promising to create a leap in productivity.

At the furnaces, modern means of transport such as monorail, KPCZ95/4+2 diesel locomotive or continuous conveyor belts help significantly reduce manual labor.

In the first 9 months of 2025, Nam Mau Coal's coal output reached more than 2.1 million tons - 80% of the yearly plan. It is expected that the output in 2025 will reach 2.75 million tons - the highest level ever. Mechanization not only helps increase output but also creates a safe working environment, minimizing risks for miners.

Not only Nam Mau, the mechanization wave is spreading throughout the Group. In 2024, TKV's coal output using mechanized technology reached 3.6 million tons, accounting for more than 13% of total underground output. Up to now, TKV has 13 mechanized lines, with total output in the 2020-2024 period reaching 18.2 million tons, double that of 5 years ago. 100% of inclined shaft transportation is replaced by parallel conveyor belts, contributing to reducing labor and saving costs.

Complete automation

If mechanization is the "pedal", then automation and digitalization are the "accelerating engines" of TKV. In underground mines, 100% of units have centralized control rooms; 70% have automated electrical systems, 61.5% have automated fans and more than 50% have automated drainage pumps. Modern equipment such as ME01-DE drills, 2RY hydraulic support rigs, and explosion-proof hydraulic excavators have been put into operation, helping to improve safety and reduce labor intensity.

TKV is also a pioneer in digital transformation in management and production. Big data centers, smart reporting systems, and electronic shift handover software have been 100% deployed.

In particular, TKV is cooperating with Viettel to build a "smart mine" model in Khe Cham, expected to be piloted from 2025, then replicated in Mao Khe and Ha Lam. This model allows real-time monitoring and management of production, optimizing all processes, minimizing risks and costs.

Technology – the pillar of sustainable development

Faced with fierce competition, TKV has determined that science and technology are the vital way to improve productivity and production efficiency. Mechanical products and mining equipment researched and manufactured by TKV are increasingly asserting their position in domestic and foreign markets.

According to Mr. Nguyen Van Tuan, Deputy General Director of TKV: "In the period of 2026-2030, the Group will continue to invest synchronously in modern technological solutions in exploitation, transportation, processing and environment, towards the model of green mine - modern mine - safe mine - efficient mine".

By 2030, TKV strives to build a "smart manufacturing ecosystem", integrating robots, IoT systems, CNC lines and comprehensive automation. Factories and coal mines will operate in real time, save energy and reduce emissions, aiming for "green growth" and sustainable development.

Linh Dan

Source: https://baochinhphu.vn/tkv-but-pha-bang-cong-nghe-102251011182140075.htm