ARAMINE
ARAMINE is a privately held French manufacturer of narrow vein underground mining equipment, offering battery-electric and diesel loaders, mining trucks, and drill rigs, alongside a 1.5M+ reference SmartParts® e-commerce platform serving mining operators in 80+ countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1974
- HeadquartersAix-en-provence, France
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What ARAMINE does
ARAMINE is a privately held, family-owned French manufacturer and distributor specializing in underground mining equipment for narrow vein applications, headquartered in Aix-en-Provence. Founded in 1974 (some sources cite 1975) and merged with Groupe Melkonian effective January 1, 2020, the company designs and builds a complete range of compact machines — including the L440B battery-powered loader with quick-change battery system (QRS), the L140B miniLoader, the L350D loader, the T1061C and T1601M 15-17 ton mining trucks, and the DM901HDE drill rig — engineered to operate in galleries as narrow as 9-20 m² and drill rigs capable of full rotation in 1.6m drifts.
The company's core technology combines proprietary battery-electric powertrain and battery-swap engineering with a multi-brand spare parts distribution platform. Its SmartParts® e-commerce catalog offers over 1.5 million OEM-quality references (28,000+ hydraulic, 36,000+ rubber, 18,000+ electrical, 7,000+ wear parts) backed by ~$18M of inventory held in a 6,000 m² central warehouse, covering Sandvik, Epiroc, Caterpillar and other major underground equipment OEMs. ARAMINE is also an authorized distributor of third-party OEM brands — ASTEC (rock breakers), HBM/Nobas (precision graders), and Atlas Copco (compressors and generators, in Niger and Burkina Faso) — and operates an in-house remanufacturing program.
Revenue is generated through four streams: (1) direct hardware sales of own-brand machines, (2) spare parts transactions via the SmartParts® e-commerce platform, (3) remanufactured machines and component exchange, and (4) OEM brand distribution. The company employs a hybrid go-to-market combining direct technical field sales with an e-commerce channel and global event presence (MINExpo, Bauma, Electric Mine Conference, Mining and Metals Central Asia, Marrakech Mining Convention). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; logistics rely on DHL Express for global delivery to 80+ countries. ARAMINE holds ISO 9001:2015 certification and three registered trademarks (SmartParts®, miniLoader®, miniDriller®), and received a December 2020 institutional investment from Crédit Mutuel Equity and Sofipaca.
ARAMINE firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- ARAMINE
- Legal name
- Aramine
- Website
- https://aramine.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1974
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- ARAMINE is a privately held French manufacturer of narrow vein underground mining equipment, offering battery-electric and diesel loaders, mining trucks, and drill rigs, alongside a 1.5M+ reference SmartParts® e-commerce platform serving mining operators in 80+ countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
ARAMINE industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Underground Mining Equipment
- NAICS
- Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131), Agriculture, Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing (3331), Support Activities for Mining (213)
- SIC
- Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532), Construction, Mining & Materials Handling Machinery & Equip (3530), Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Underground Mining Equipment (Loaders/LHDs, Continuous Miners, Longwall Systems) (IMAKANAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Mining & Underground Vehicles (LHDs, Underground Haul Trucks) (IMAHAIAD), Mining & Quarry Haulage Vehicle Manufacturing (Dump Trucks/Haulers) (IMACAFAC), Wear Parts & Consumables (GET, Liners, Drill Bits, Grinding Media) (IMAKANAH)
Keywords
Where ARAMINE is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Aix-en-provence
- HQ country
- France
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
ARAMINE business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Underground Mining Machines: Design, manufacture, and sale of specialized underground mining equipment including battery-electric loaders (L440B), diesel and electric loaders, mining trucks (15-17 ton capacity), and drill rigs designed for narrow vein mining conditions.
- Spare Parts & Components (SmartParts®): Distribution of over 1.5 million OEM-quality spare parts references for underground mining equipment through the SmartParts® e-commerce platform. Covers hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, rubber parts, wear parts, drifter parts, and component assemblies.
- Remanufactured Machines & Components: Refurbishment and resale of used mining equipment and components, offering sustainable alternatives at competitive prices with warranty. Includes customer component exchange programs.
- OEM Brand Distribution: Official distribution of third-party OEM brands including ASTEC (breaker systems), HBM (precision graders), and Atlas Copco (generators and air compressors) in specific geographic territories.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Quote-based pricing for all products and services |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
ARAMINE product offering
Product offeringCore offering
ARAMINE designs and manufactures a complete range of underground mining equipment dedicated to narrow vein applications, including battery-electric and diesel loaders (LHDs), 15-17 ton mining trucks, and compact drill rigs. The company also operates SmartParts®, an e-commerce platform distributing over 1.5 million OEM-quality spare parts references for major mining equipment brands, and offers a remanufacturing program for used mining machines.
Product overview
Aramine is an underground mining specialist offering a comprehensive portfolio of battery-electric and conventional mining machines (loaders, trucks, drill rigs) alongside its SmartParts® e-commerce platform for 1.5M+ OEM-quality spare parts. The product line includes the flagship L440B battery-powered loader with quick-change battery system, L140B miniLoader with QRS option, L350D loader, T1061C/T1601M mining trucks (15-17 ton), and DM901HDE drill rig. The company provides spare parts across 10+ categories (hydraulic, electrical, rubber, wear, drifter parts) and offers machine remanufacturing services. All products serve narrow vein underground mining operations globally.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SmartParts®: Official e-commerce platform dedicated to spare parts and components for underground mining machines, offering over 1.5 million spare part references meeting OEM specifications.
Products and services
- L440B Battery-Powered Loader Cutting-edge battery-powered loader (LHD) with an innovative quick-change battery system (QRS) that reduces downtime, increases safety, and eliminates diesel emissions underground. Designed for narrow vein mining operations.
- L140B MiniLoader Battery-powered mini loader for narrow vein mining, available with an optional Quick Replacement System (QRS) for rapid battery swapping.
- L350D Loader Diesel or electric powered loader for underground mining, suitable for narrow vein operations.
- T1061C Mining Truck 15-ton mining truck suitable for galleries from 9 to 20 m², available in mechanical and electronic versions.
- T1601M Mining Truck 17-ton mining truck suitable for galleries from 9 to 20 m², available in mechanical and electronic versions.
- DM901HDE miniDriller Drill Rig Most compact drill rig for underground mines, designed to operate in 1.6m wide drifts with full rotation capability, ideal for narrow vein mining.
- SmartParts® E-commerce Platform Official e-commerce platform offering over 1.5 million spare parts references with real-time inventory management, compatibility verification, and online ordering for underground mining equipment.
- Spare Parts & Components Comprehensive range of OEM-quality spare parts including hydraulic (28,000+ references), rubber (36,000+ items), electrical (18,000+ references), wear parts (7,000+), drifter parts, extinguishers, and maintenance kits for underground mining equipment from brands like Sandvik, Epiroc, and Caterpillar.
- Remanufacturing Program In-house remanufacturing service for used underground mining equipment, restoring machines to manufacturer quality standards using genuine spare parts, with 40 years of experience and warranty.
Quantifiable outcome
- 15-30% improvement in equipment utilization and development costs through fleet management solutions and automation technologies
Companies that use ARAMINE
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
ARAMINE technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
ARAMINE partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- Astec IndustriesflagshipStrategic partnership for distribution announced in June 2020, expanding ARAMINE's product offering to include Astec Industries' range of construction and mining equipment solutions.
- EpirocflagshipStrategic partnership announced in 2019 for distribution of equipment and related services in the underground mining sector, combining ARAMINE's narrow vein expertise with Epiroc's broader equipment portfolio.
- ASTECcoreOfficial distributor of ASTEC products for underground mining in targeted geographic zones. ASTEC manufactures a wide range of equipment for mines, quarries, construction, and demolition, specializing in fixed and portable rock breaker systems and construction/demolition equipment.
- HBM (Nobas)coreOfficial distributor of HBM precision motor graders adapted for underground mining. HBM provides a range of precision leveling equipment suitable for underground mining operations.
- Atlas CopcocoreAuthorized distributor for Atlas Copco in Niger and Burkina Faso. Atlas Copco designs and manufactures generators and air compressors, with ARAMINE providing innovative solutions for energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction.
- DHL ExpresscoreLong-term logistics partnership ensuring reliable worldwide delivery to customer addresses. Orders are shipped via DHL Express under DAP incoterm, providing quick and secure international shipping services.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
ARAMINE competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Normet: Finnish manufacturer of underground mining and tunnelling equipment including loaders, trucks, and spraying equipment. Normet competes with ARAMINE in compact underground loaders and battery-electric machines for narrow-vein and development mining.
- Komatsu Mining: Komatsu's mining division (incorporating Joy Global) produces underground LHDs, haul trucks, and drill rigs. ARAMINE competes with Komatsu in narrow vein LHDs and aftermarket parts distribution.
- Boart Longyear: Global drilling services and equipment provider for mining and exploration. Boart Longyear competes with ARAMINE's DM901HDE drill rig and supplies drilling consumables that ARAMINE distributes via SmartParts®.
- Epiroc: Sweden-based global leader in underground mining equipment, rock excavation, and aftermarket parts. ARAMINE is both a strategic distribution partner of Epiroc and a direct competitor in narrow vein loaders and drill rigs, serving the same underground mining operators.
- Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions: Division of Sandvik AB manufacturing underground loaders, trucks, drill rigs, and spare parts. ARAMINE's SmartParts® catalog explicitly covers Sandvik-compatible SKUs, and Sandvik competes head-to-head with ARAMINE's battery-electric LHD and narrow vein drill rig portfolio.
- MacLean Engineering: Canadian manufacturer specializing in underground mining equipment, including narrow vein and battery-electric vehicles. MacLean competes directly with ARAMINE in compact LHDs, scissor lifts, and utility vehicles for narrow vein mining operators globally.
- GHH Fahrzeuge: German manufacturer of underground mining LHDs, dump trucks, and utility vehicles. GHH competes with ARAMINE's narrow vein loaders and trucks, particularly in European and African mining markets.
Broad incumbents
- Caterpillar Underground Mining: Caterpillar manufactures a broad underground mining product line including LHDs, haul trucks, and drills. ARAMINE explicitly distributes Caterpillar-compatible spare parts through SmartParts®, while competing in narrow vein equipment.
- Astec Industries: US-based diversified equipment manufacturer producing rock breaker systems and mining/construction equipment. ARAMINE is an official distribution partner for Astec in selected geographies, while Astec's broader portfolio overlaps with ARAMINE's drill rig and breaker offerings.
Emerging players
- RDH Mining Equipment: Canadian narrow vein mining equipment specialist producing compact LHDs and drill jumbos for underground hard rock. RDH is a closer niche peer to ARAMINE in the narrow vein battery-electric segment, often competing for the same small-vein mining operators.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
ARAMINE social profiles
Digital presenceARAMINE compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
ARAMINE financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
ARAMINE leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
ARAMINE funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors2 records
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ARAMINE M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about ARAMINE
What does ARAMINE do?
ARAMINE designs and manufactures a complete range of underground mining equipment dedicated to narrow vein applications, including battery-electric and diesel loaders (LHDs), 15-17 ton mining trucks, and compact drill rigs. The company also operates SmartParts®, an e-commerce platform distributing over 1.5 million OEM-quality spare parts references for major mining equipment brands, and offers a remanufacturing program for used mining machines.
Is ARAMINE a public or private company?
ARAMINE is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was ARAMINE founded?
ARAMINE was founded in 1974. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is ARAMINE based?
ARAMINE is headquartered in Aix-en-provence, France, in the Europe region.
How does ARAMINE make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Underground Mining Machines are the primary driver. The others are spare Parts & Components (SmartParts®), remanufactured Machines & Components and OEM Brand Distribution.
Who are ARAMINE's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Normet, Komatsu Mining, Boart Longyear, Epiroc, Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, MacLean Engineering and GHH Fahrzeuge. Broad incumbents are Caterpillar Underground Mining and Astec Industries. RDH Mining Equipment is listed as an emerging player.
Does ARAMINE have an API?
No public API is recorded for ARAMINE.
What industry is ARAMINE in?
ARAMINE's product category is Underground Mining Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAKANAB, Underground Mining Equipment (Loaders/LHDs, Continuous Miners, Longwall Systems), with a secondary code of IMAHAIAD, Mining & Underground Vehicles (LHDs, Underground Haul Trucks). Its NAICS code is 333131 and its SIC code is 3532.