Hindustan Zinc Signs Six-Year Contract with MFL India for Electric Truck Deployment
Hindustan Zinc has signed a six-year contract with MFL India to deploy 30 electric trucks for transporting zinc and lead concentrate from its Rampura Agucha mine to smelting operations in Rajasthan. The contract, extendable by two years, aims to replace diesel vehicles and accelerate electrification of its logistics network. MFL India will also establish EV charging infrastructure to support the fleet, promoting sustainable and efficient industrial transportation. The initiative reflects Hindustan Zinc's commitment to responsible and efficient mining operations.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–70/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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businessstandard broke this story on 9 Sept, 10:52 am. Other outlets followed.