In 2023, BHP collaborated with Microsoft to enhance copper concentrator performance through AI and machine learning technologies.

Laurence Liew, AI innovation director at AISG, emphasized that investing in AI capabilities can provide significant business value and a competitive edge.

Although practice leads will mainly be based in Australia, BHP is open to considering candidates from other locations for suitable positions.

The primary goal of the hub is to tackle company-wide challenges, improve safety, and boost productivity through innovative applications of artificial intelligence.

This new facility will foster collaboration between BHP teams and local AI experts to find solutions to specific business problems.

BHP, a leading global mining company, is set to launch its first industry AI hub in Singapore this May to drive digital transformation and enhance AI adoption.

BHP has already seen substantial efficiencies from AI, including saving 3 billion liters of water and 118 GWh of energy at its Escondida copper mine in Chile since the fiscal year 2022.

As the AI hub expands its operations, further projects and partnerships are expected to emerge.

To support its initiatives at the AI hub, BHP plans to recruit additional personnel.

With over 90,000 employees worldwide, BHP is recognized for its commitment to producing essential commodities that support growth and decarbonization efforts.

Johan van Jaarsveld, BHP's Chief Technical Officer, highlighted the importance of partnerships in developing innovative solutions to complex industry challenges.

The establishment of BHP's AI hub follows the trend of other companies, such as Grab, PwC, and Oracle, opening similar centers in Singapore.