Sandvik has broken ground on a new $85 million flagship mining equipment centre in the Sudbury region of Ontario.
Construction of the new mining equipment maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility is expected to begin this month. The centre is scheduled to officially open in the third quarter of 2027.
Located on 115 acres in Lively, Ontario, the site will feature a 135,000-square-foot facility and will employ up to 400 employees once operational.
“This new facility marks an important step forward in how we support our people and customers across Canada. We are building a modern, collaborative and future-ready work environment that reflects the rapid changes taking place in today’s mining industry,” said Peter Corcoran, Sandvik’s Vice President of Sales for Canada.
“With expanded capabilities, enhanced infrastructure, and a strong focus on our core products, which align with Canada’s priorities around electrification and sustainability, this investment strengthens our ability to remain a trusted partner for our customers for many years to come.”
The new Sudbury facility is designed to meet increasing customer demand for equipment maintenance, electrification capabilities, efficient service turnaround and capacity for long-term growth.
The investment will deliver double the existing workshop capacity and incorporate modern workshop areas, expanded office space, welding facilities, a paint booth, BEV-dedicated infrastructure and a technology-focused simulator area for equipment operators and maintenance training purposes.
The design prioritizes circularity, waste reduction, energy efficiency and efforts to minimize environmental impact.
The centre will be supported with a grant of up to $4 million from the Invest Ontario Fund.
“As one of the most diversified manufacturing sectors in North America, Ontario continues to drive advancements that strengthen productivity and competitiveness across our critical industries,” said Vic Fedeli, Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Sandvik’s investment is not only a testament to the reliability and resilience of Ontario’s world-class workforce, but a great example of how investments in critical infrastructure will strengthen domestic supply chains and position the province at the forefront of industry transformation.”
