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Global mining drills and breakers market 2026-2035

Publisher Orion Market Research
Published Nov 30, 2025
Length 152 Pages
SKU # ORMR20649105

Description

Mining Drills and Breakers Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product Type (Drill and Breaker) by Application (Metal mining, Mineral mining, and Coal mining), by Operation (Surface and Underground), and by Business Model (OEM, Aftermarket/Spare Parts & Service, and Rental), Forecast Period (2026-2035)

Industry Overview

Mining drills and breakers market was valued at $18.5 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $39.2 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period (2026–2035). The global mining drills and breakers market is expanding at a fast pace owing to the rising demand for minerals and metals, technological advancements and automation, and the expansion of mining activities in new and remote terrains. The expansion of mining equipment companies into new regions plays a major role in driving market growth and competitiveness. Such expansions also enable firms to tap into untapped mineral reserves and align with regional mining investments and government initiatives.

Recent Strategic Expansions by Key Mining Equipment Manufacturers
  • In August 2026, Epiroc AB commenced construction of a new production and research facility in Nashik, India. The site, covering about 175,000 m², will focus on developing and manufacturing underground and surface mining equipment. It will include production buildings, an R&D lab, offices, and a testing area. Operations are scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026, with phased expansion planned thereafter.
  • In June 2025, Komatsu announced the plan to create Komatsu Pakistan Mining (SMC-Private) Ltd, a new company specializing in providing technological expertise and services at Reko Diq in Pakistan. To facilitate an increased equipment presence in the area, more funds will also be allocated to Komatsu Middle East FZE, the regional headquarters located in Dubai, UAE.

    • Market Dynamics

    Adoption and Expansion of Electric Drills in the Mining Industry

    Electric motors find extensive applications in the mining industry, playing critical roles in many elements of mining operations. The adoption of electric drills is increasing as operators require more efficient, environmentally friendly, and low-emission alternatives to conventional diesel- or hydraulically powered drilling equipment. Major mining equipment manufacturers are progressively expanding their electric drill offerings to address this demand, incorporating them into their product portfolios for both underground and surface mining applications. Market players such as Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions currently offer electric versions of their entire range of next-generation intelligent rotary blasthole drills. Furthermore, the company’s latest initiative is to offer customers solutions that support the mining industry’s sustainability shift. Sandvik DR410iE, Sandvik DR411iE, Sandvik DR412iE, Sandvik DR413iE, and Sandvik DR416iE comprise an intelligent electric rotary range covering hole diameters from 152 to 406 millimeters (6 to 16 inches). Additionally, other mining equipment manufacturers, including Komatsu, Epiroc, and Shanghai Goodeng International Co., Ltd., are increasingly investing in electric drilling equipment to support sustainable and efficient mining operations.

    Regulatory and Environmental Restraints Affecting the Mining Drills and Breakers Market

    Regulatory burdens and environmental concerns can significantly increase costs, delay projects, or even halt certain drilling & breaking operations in mining. For instance, in March 2025, Cadia goldmine operators were ordered to pay $350,000 in fines and convicted of three offences after a prosecution by the New South Wales Environmental Protection Authority. Furthermore, in 2025, India’s first auction of 13 offshore mineral blocks for mining experienced delays as private participants exercised caution amid regulatory complexities and environmental constraints. The implementation of stringent requirements, including detailed environmental management plans and ecosystem protection measures, heightened compliance costs and created operational uncertainty. These stricter norms have resulted in increased capital investment and higher operational expenditures for potential project developers.

    Market Segmentation
    • Based on the product type, the market is segmented into drill and breaker.
    • Based on the application, the market is segmented into metal mining, mineral mining, and coal mining.
    • Based on the operation, the market is segmented into surface and underground.
    • Based on the business model, the market is segmented into OEM, aftermarket/spare parts & service, and rental.
    Rotary Drills: Essential Equipment for Surface and Underground Mining

    Rotary drills find extensive application in the mining industry due to their versatility, high penetration rates, and efficiency in soft to medium-hard rock formations. Surface mining operations rely primarily on rotary drills to make precise blast holes for efficient resource extraction. These machines reach deep beneath the earth's surface, creating channels for explosives that break rock formations and discover rich minerals. The efficiency of these first drilling operations has a direct impact on all future stages of the mining process. Rotary drills are particularly well-suited for blast hole drilling and exploration, rendering them ideal for large-scale surface mining operations. Leading global suppliers, including Sandvik, Epiroc, Atlas Copco, and Boart Longyear, offer rotary drill models engineered for both surface and underground mining applications.

    Regional Outlook

    The global mining drills and breakers is further divided by region, including North America (the US and Canada), Europe (the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, ASEAN Countries, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).

    Asia–Asia-Pacific is Leading the Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market

    Asia–Pacific is leading the global mining drills and breakers market, driven by the rapid industrialization and infrastructure development, government initiatives and investments in mining, presence of leading mining equipment manufacturers, rising demand for critical minerals, and growing adoption of advanced and automated drilling solutions. Nations such as China have mining industries that generate over $400 billion annually. In 2023, China had over 1,500 major mining operations, with approximately 75% of all major Chinese mining operations underground. There are more than 3025 coal mines in operation globally, of which 367 are in China. As of 2024, the five largest coal mines by production in China are Northern Shaanxi Mine, Heidaigou I Mine, Daliuta-Huojitu Mine, Bulianta Mine, and Huolinhe Coal Mine.

    The Asia-Pacific region serves as a significant supplier of critical minerals essential for renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, and battery storage solutions. For instance, Australia is a leading producer of lithium, a key component in electric vehicle batteries, while Indonesia and the Philippines provide substantial quantities of nickel and cobalt used in battery cathodes. As of 2023, global nickel production reached 3.6 million tonnes, with Indonesia and the Philippines supplying nearly 60% of the total global nickel. This growing demand for minerals drives mining companies to invest in advanced drilling and breaking equipment, such as electric and automated drills, to efficiently extract these resources while reducing environmental impact.

    North America Continues to Be a Stronghold for the Mining Drills and Breakers Market Globally

    North America holds a significant share mining drills and breakers market owing to the high demand for critical minerals, skilled labor force availability, expansion of underground and hard-rock mining projects, government support for domestic mineral supply chains, and mining infrastructure. The growth of the mining drills and breakers market in Canada is strongly supported by the availability of a skilled labor force capable of operating advanced mining equipment. Companies such as Vale Canada (Sudbury Mines) and Teck Resources have implemented remote-controlled drilling rigs, allowing operators trained in automation, robotics, and digital diagnostics to manage equipment safely from control rooms, reducing exposure to hazards and improving operational efficiency. This skilled workforce enables mines to invest confidently in high-end drills and hydraulic breakers.

    Furthermore, institutions in Canada, such as the University of Toronto, Laurentian University, and British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), offer specialized programs in mining engineering and technology, equipping students with the necessary expertise to operate and maintain advanced machinery. These training initiatives, combined with industry adoption of modern equipment, are driving demand and modernization in the mining drills and breakers market in North America.

    Market Players Outlook

    The major companies operating in the global mining drills and breakers market include Boart Longyear Ltd., Caterpillar Inc., Epiroc AB, Komatsu America Corp., Sandvik AB, among others. Market players are leveraging partnerships, collaborations, mergers, and acquisition strategies for business expansion and innovative product development to maintain their market positioning. Major new developments such as energy-efficient drilling technologies, automation, and predictive maintenance are increasingly having an impact on competitive tactics.

    Recent Developments
    • In January 2025, Epiroc secured an order from BHP for a fleet of Pit Viper 271 autonomous blasthole drill rigs to be used at its Western Australia Iron Ore operations in the Pilbara region. These advanced machines allow for remote supervision from BHP's operations center in Perth, over 1,100 kilometers away.
    The Report Covers
    • Market value data analysis of 2025 and forecast to 2035.
    • Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
    • Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
    • Key companies operating in the global mining drills and breakers market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new products and relevant news is also available in the report.
    • Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
    • Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
    • Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.

Table of Contents

152 Pages
1. Report Summary
Current Industry Analysis and Growth Potential Outlook
Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis – Product Type | Application | Operation | Business Model ($ Million)
Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Market Sales Performance of Top Countries
1.1. Research Methodology
Primary Research Approach
Secondary Research Approach
1.2. Market Snapshot
2. Market Overview and Insights
2.1. Scope of the Study
2.2. Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends
2.2.1. Key Mining Drills and Breakers Industry Trends
2.2.2. Market Recommendations
3. Market Determinants
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Drivers For Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market: Impact Analysis
3.2. Market Pain Points and Challenges
3.2.1. Restraints For Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market: Impact Analysis
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Opportunities For Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market: Impact Analysis
4. Competitive Landscape
4.1. Competitive Dashboard – Mining Drills and Breakers Market Revenue and Share by Manufacturers
Mining Drills and Breakers Type Comparison Analysis
Top Market Player Ranking Matrix
4.2. Key Company Analysis
4.2.1. Boart Longyear Ltd.
4.2.1.1. Overview
4.2.1.2. Product Overview
4.2.1.3. Financial Analysis
4.2.1.4. SWOT Analysis
4.2.1.5. Business Strategy
4.2.2. Caterpillar Inc.
4.2.2.1. Overview
4.2.2.2. Product Overview
4.2.2.3. Financial Analysis
4.2.2.4. SWOT Analysis
4.2.2.5. Business Strategy
4.2.3. Epiroc AB
4.2.3.1. Overview
4.2.3.2. Product Overview
4.2.3.3. Financial Analysis
4.2.3.4. SWOT Analysis
4.2.3.5. Business Strategy
4.2.4. Komatsu America Corp.
4.2.4.1. Overview
4.2.4.2. Product Overview
4.2.4.3. Financial Analysis
4.2.4.4. SWOT Analysis
4.2.4.5. Business Strategy
4.2.5. Sandvik AB
4.2.5.1. Overview
4.2.5.2. Product Overview
4.2.5.3. Financial Analysis
4.2.5.4. SWOT Analysis
4.2.5.5. Business Strategy
4.3. Top Winning Strategies by Market Players
4.3.1. Merger and Acquisition
4.3.2. Product Launch
4.3.3. Partnership And Collaboration
5. Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis By Product Type ($ Million)
5.1. Drill
5.1.1. Rotary Drills
5.1.2. Down-the-Hole (DTH) Drills
5.1.3. Top Hammer Drill
5.1.4. Blasthole Drills
5.1.5. Crawler Drills
5.1.6. Core Drills
5.2. Breaker
5.2.1. Hydraulic Breakers
5.2.2. Pneumatic Breakers
6. Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis By Application ($ Million)
6.1. Metal mining
6.2. Mineral mining
6.3. Coal mining
7. Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis By Operation ($ Million)
7.1. Surface
7.2. Underground
8. Global Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis By Business Model ($ Million)
8.1. OEM
8.2. Aftermarket/Spare Parts & Service
8.3. Rental
9. Regional Analysis
9.1. North American Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis – Product Type | Application | Operation | Business Model | Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for North America
9.1.1. United States
9.1.2. Canada
9.2. European Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis – Product Type | Application | Operation | Business Model | Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for Europe
9.2.1. UK
9.2.2. Germany
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. Spain
9.2.5. France
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Asia-Pacific Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis – Product Type | Application | Operation | Business Model | Country ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for Asia-Pacific
9.3.1. China
9.3.2. Japan
9.3.3. South Korea
9.3.4. India
9.3.5. Australia & New Zealand
9.3.6. ASEAN Countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, And Other)
9.3.7. Rest of Asia-Pacific
9.4. Rest of the World Mining Drills and Breakers Market Sales Analysis – Product Type | Application | Operation | Business Model ($ Million)
Macroeconomic Factors for the Rest of the World
9.4.1. Latin America
9.4.2. Middle East and Africa
10. Company Profiles
10.1. Atlas Copco Group
10.1.1. Quick Facts
10.1.2. Company Overview
10.1.3. Product Portfolio
10.1.4. Business Strategies
10.2. Bauer Group
10.2.1. Quick Facts
10.2.2. Company Overview
10.2.3. Product Portfolio
10.2.4. Business Strategies
10.3. Boart Longyear Ltd.
10.3.1. Quick Facts
10.3.2. Company Overview
10.3.3. Product Portfolio
10.3.4. Business Strategies
10.4. Canyon Equipment
10.4.1. Quick Facts
10.4.2. Company Overview
10.4.3. Product Portfolio
10.4.4. Business Strategies
10.5. Caterpillar Inc.
10.5.1. Quick Facts
10.5.2. Company Overview
10.5.3. Product Portfolio
10.5.4. Business Strategies
10.6. Chicago Pneumatic
10.6.1. Quick Facts
10.6.2. Company Overview
10.6.3. Product Portfolio
10.6.4. Business Strategies
10.7. Creighton Rock Drill Ltd.
10.7.1. Quick Facts
10.7.2. Company Overview
10.7.3. Product Portfolio
10.7.4. Business Strategies
10.8. Drillrigy
10.8.1. Quick Facts
10.8.2. Company Overview
10.8.3. Product Portfolio
10.8.4. Business Strategies
10.9. Epiroc AB
10.9.1. Quick Facts
10.9.2. Company Overview
10.9.3. Product Portfolio
10.9.4. Business Strategies
10.10. FURUKAWA ROCK DRILL CO., LTD.
10.10.1. Quick Facts
10.10.2. Company Overview
10.10.3. Product Portfolio
10.10.4. Business Strategies
10.11. Future Mining Tools Pvt. Ltd.
10.11.1. Quick Facts
10.11.2. Company Overview
10.11.3. Product Portfolio
10.11.4. Business Strategies
10.12. Geodrill Ltd.
10.12.1. Quick Facts
10.12.2. Company Overview
10.12.3. Product Portfolio
10.12.4. Business Strategies
10.13. Guizhou Sinodrills Equipment Co., LTD
10.13.1. Quick Facts
10.13.2. Company Overview
10.13.3. Product Portfolio
10.13.4. Business Strategies
10.14. Komatsu America Corp.
10.14.1. Quick Facts
10.14.2. Company Overview
10.14.3. Product Portfolio
10.14.4. Business Strategies
10.15. LHS Rock Drilling Tools Sales Co., LTD
10.15.1. Quick Facts
10.15.2. Company Overview
10.15.3. Product Portfolio
10.15.4. Business Strategies
10.16. Liebherr-International Deutschland GmbH
10.16.1. Quick Facts
10.16.2. Company Overview
10.16.3. Product Portfolio
10.16.4. Business Strategies
10.16.5.
10.17. Litian Heavy Industry Machinery Co., Ltd
10.17.1. Quick Facts
10.17.2. Company Overview
10.17.3. Product Portfolio
10.17.4. Business Strategies
10.18. PHQ Global Inc.
10.18.1. Quick Facts
10.18.2. Company Overview
10.18.3. Product Portfolio
10.18.4. Business Strategies
10.19. Sandvik AB
10.19.1. Quick Facts
10.19.2. Company Overview
10.19.3. Product Portfolio
10.19.4. Business Strategies
10.20. Shanghai Goodeng International
10.20.1. Quick Facts
10.20.2. Company Overview
10.20.3. Product Portfolio
10.20.4. Business Strategies
10.21. Soilmec S.p.A
10.21.1. Quick Facts
10.21.2. Company Overview
10.21.3. Product Portfolio
10.21.4. Business Strategies
10.22. Stenuick International
10.22.1. Quick Facts
10.22.2. Company Overview
10.22.3. Product Portfolio
10.22.4. Business Strategies

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