Cummins Acquires First Mode Assets

Cummins has acquired the assets of First Mode, a company specializing in retrofit hybrid solutions for mining and rail applications. The acquisition includes hybrid mining and rail product lines, as well as First Mode’s intellectual property portfolio, which covers hydrogen and battery powertrain technologies.

These hybrid retrofit systems are the first commercially available solutions for mining equipment, offering a lower total cost of ownership while supporting decarbonization efforts. Cummins is also integrating First Mode’s commercial operations, manufacturing, and technical teams in Australia, the United States, and Chile. Cummins says the acquisition will strengthen its ability to provide lower-carbon solutions to the mining industry.

“This acquisition is an important step forward in our goal to lead our Power Systems customers through the energy transition. With First Mode’s hybrid retrofit technology, we are accelerating our ability to provide decarbonization solutions that meet miners’ need to drive down operating costs today.” said Jenny Bush, President of Power Systems at Cummins.

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