Rokion

What Rokion does

Rokion is a division of Prairie Machine & Parts Mfg that designs, manufactures, and supplies purpose-built battery electric vehicles and modular equipment for underground mining and select heavy-industrial applications. Founded as a formal division in 2015 following Prairie Machine's acquisition of an EV company, the company traces its BEV design work to 2010 and operates a single integrated facility at 3311 Millar Avenue, Saskatoon, Canada, performing end-to-end design, engineering, manufacturing, and testing. The product portfolio spans light- to heavy-duty battery electric trucks (R100 through R400 series), the R700 modular equipment platform encompassing forklifts, loaders, tire manipulators, and aerial work platforms, the R710 Battery Powered Roof Bolter (entered regular underground use August 2025), the Belt Structure Installation Cart, and custom engineered solutions such as the Kinectrics Remote Lift Vehicle for Ontario Power Generation's Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. Core technology centers on Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery chemistry for thermal safety, a patented modular architecture with interchangeable Battery and Drive Modules, an advanced Battery Management System (BMS), regenerative braking with an integrated brake resistor for ramp descent, CATL battery cell integration for higher energy density and 3x cycle life, and the TechCenter data-logging platform with automatic Wi-Fi uploads.

The company sells directly to mining operators and select industrial customers through an enterprise field sales model, supplemented by the LDO Group distribution partnership in Australia and New Zealand and cross-referrals from its parent Prairie Machine's continuous mining equipment customer base. Named enterprise customers include Nutrien (potash), BHP (nickel in Australia, entry into Saskatchewan potash), Mosaic (potash in Brazil), Torex Gold (gold in Mexico), and Ontario Power Generation (nuclear in Canada). Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of trucks and equipment, complemented by parts and components and service/technical support delivered through the TechCenter platform, which provides fleet management, data logging, technical support, and serial-number-specific parts ordering. The company has over 230 employees, has deployed more than 200 battery-powered trucks globally, and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification under its parent Prairie Machine.

Name

Rokion

Legal name

Prairie Machine & Parts Mfg

Website

https://rokion.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Rokion, a division of Prairie Machine, designs purpose-built battery electric vehicles and modular equipment for underground mining operators. Its LiFePO4-powered trucks, roof bolters, and custom platforms serve enterprise clients including Nutrien, BHP, Mosaic, and Torex Gold worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Underground Mining Electric Vehicles

NAICS

Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing (333131)

SIC

Mining Machinery & Equip (No Oil & Gas Field Mach & Equip) (3532)

akta.pro primary industry

Mobile Power, Electrification & Energy Systems (Generators, Substations, Battery/Hydrogen, Trolley Assist) (IMAKANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialty Utility & Maintenance Vehicle Manufacturing (Street Sweepers/Vacuum Trucks) (IMACAFAI)

Keywords

• Battery electric vehicles
• Underground mining equipment
• Electric mining trucks
• Battery powered vehicles
• Mining equipment manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Saskatoon

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Battery Electric Vehicle Sales: Sale of purpose-built battery electric mining trucks (R100, R200, R300, R400 series) and equipment (R700, R710 platforms) for underground mining applications. Vehicles are engineered from the ground up, not as conversions.
2. Parts and Components: Online parts catalog through TechCenter platform with serial number-specific parts ordering ensuring compatibility. Modular component design allows for easy replacement of Battery and Drive Modules.
3. Service and Technical Support: Remote and on-site technical support, troubleshooting, maintenance services, and continuous improvement support through TechCenter Service Portal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Rokion designs, manufactures, and sells purpose-built battery electric vehicles (R100, R200, R300, R400 series trucks), modular equipment platforms (R700 Platform with forklifts, loaders, backhoes; R710 Roof Bolter; Belt Structure Installation Cart), and custom electric vehicle solutions primarily for underground mining operations worldwide. All design, engineering, manufacturing, and testing are performed at the company's Saskatoon, Canada facility, supported by the TechCenter online equipment management platform for fleet monitoring, data logging, parts ordering, and remote service support.

Product overview

Rokion is a division of Prairie Machine specializing in battery electric vehicles and equipment for underground mining. The product portfolio spans the R100 (light-duty), R200 (medium-duty), R300 (heavy-duty ramp), and R400 (large crew) truck series, plus the R700 modular equipment platform encompassing the R710 roof bolter, forklifts, loaders, and the Belt Structure Installation Cart. These purpose-built battery electric vehicles produce zero underground emissions and are offered in crew and utility configurations. TechCenter provides an online management platform for fleet monitoring, data logging, and service support. Rokion also develops custom solutions such as the Kinectrics Remote Lift Vehicle for nuclear facility applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• R100 Series: Light-duty battery electric crew and utility truck platform, most agile design for confined spaces and high maneuverability applications.
• R200 Series
• R300 Series
• R400 Series
• R700 Platform
• R710 Series

Products and services

• R100 Series Light-duty battery electric mining crew and utility truck; the most agile platform in the Rokion lineup, designed for confined spaces and high maneuverability with 4-passenger crew and 2-passenger utility configurations.
• R200 Series Medium-duty battery electric mining crew and utility truck; the most versatile platform designed for all-around capability in soft rock mining applications with 2-11 passenger configurations and ramp, shaft, and surface operation in extreme climates.
• R300 Series Heavy-duty battery electric ramp truck for transporting large crews in mine applications; adaptive platform with multi-passenger crew and utility truck configurations.
• R400 Series Heavy-duty battery electric truck capable of transporting large crews (6, 9, or 12 passengers) and utility configurations with GVWR from 7,000 to over 10,000 kg; ramp-ready with intelligent power delivery for steep gradients.
• R700 Platform Modular articulated platform for underground equipment including front-end loaders, backhoes, tire manipulators, and aerial work platforms with independent front and rear drive modules.
• R710 Battery Powered Roof Bolter

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% to 50% reduction in underground ventilation needs when switching from diesel to battery electric fleet
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• KinectricsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 May 2026Toronto, Ontario-based nuclear engineering and lifecycle management services company. Rokion is working with Kinectrics to build a custom Remote Lift Vehicle for Ontario Power Generation (OPG). The solution transports heavy equipment throughout Pickering Nuclear Generating Station, replacing manual towing. Custom system utilizes electrical control systems from R100, R710, and Belt Structure Installation cart with 35,000 pound lift capacity. Production officially underway with first of two units expected delivery later in 2026.
• Ontario Power Generation (OPG)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Ontario Power Generation is the end customer for the Kinectrics Remote Lift Vehicle project. OPG needed an efficient way to transport heavy equipment throughout their nuclear generating station. Rokion and Kinectrics are building a custom remote-controlled work platform with modular handling devices and aerial work platform capabilities.
• LDO GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrong global distribution partner representing Rokion vehicles in Australia and New Zealand markets.
• Prairie MachineflagshipOthersRokion is a division of Prairie Machine, a Canadian OEM specializing in continuous boring systems and continuous haulage systems. Prairie Machine provides the parent company infrastructure, 40+ year history, and complementary equipment product line including boring machines, roof bolters, and Flexiveyor systems.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MacLean Engineering: Canadian mining equipment OEM producing a broad line of battery-electric and diesel utility vehicles, bolters, and ore flow equipment. Direct overlap with Rokion's R100–R400 truck and R710 bolter lines for underground hard-rock and soft-rock miners.
• Artisan Vehicle Systems (Sandvik Mining): Artisan was a pioneer in battery-electric underground mining vehicles and is now part of Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. It is the most direct competitor to Rokion, offering BEVs and LHDs for underground hard-rock mining with comparable modular and battery-management approaches.
• Normet: Finnish OEM specializing in underground mining and tunneling equipment, including battery-electric utility vehicles, scalers, and charging infrastructure. Comparable target customers and use cases, particularly in soft-rock and tunneling applications.

Broad incumbents

• Epiroc: One of the two largest underground mining OEMs globally, with a growing battery-electric product line (Scooptram, Boltec, Minetruck BEV). Epiroc competes with Rokion across loaders, trucks, and bolters, and has substantially larger scale and global service coverage.
• Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions: Major underground mining equipment OEM offering battery-electric loaders, trucks, and drills, including the former Artisan Vehicle Systems BEV line. Comparable in target customers and use cases, with materially larger installed base and dealer network.
• Caterpillar (CAT): Largest global mining OEM, accelerating battery-electric and hybrid underground offerings (e.g., R1700 XE LHD, Cat BEV program). Competes indirectly today, but its scale, dealer network, and balance sheet make it a structural long-term threat to Rokion's underground niche.
• Volvo Construction Equipment: Established heavy equipment OEM with significant battery-electric roadmap for compact and mid-size machinery, plus parent Volvo Group's electrification IP. Relevant adjacent peer as mining BEVs converge with construction BEV platforms.
• Komatsu: Global mining and construction equipment OEM with active battery-electric underground truck and loader programs. Competes with Rokion in selected underground segments and brings global manufacturing and service footprint.

Emerging players

• XCMG: Chinese construction and mining equipment manufacturer expanding into underground mining and BEV heavy equipment. Currently a smaller competitor in Rokion's core markets but a meaningful long-term threat given cost structure and scale.

Regional players

• Boart Longyear: Global drilling services and equipment provider for mineral exploration and underground mining, with growing electric drilling platform offerings. Adjacent rather than direct overlap, but competes for similar mining capex budgets and electrification mindshare.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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