Hexagon buys HARD-LINE, bringing scale to interoperable autonomy puzzle

Hexagon has agreed to acquire Canada-based tele-remote operations leader HARD-LINE, bringing into its offering all the elements it needs to compete in the autonomous haulage system (AHS) space. Now, the two companies have agreed to combine their expertise to achieve their ultimate autonomy goals. Speaking to IM about the deal, Nick Hare, President, Hexagon’s Mining division, said: “It’s an absolute win for all stakeholders. He told IM: “Hexagon and HARD-LINE share a common vision that autonomy can be accomplished without starting over. Hare implied the HARD-LINE platform – when integrated with the Minnovare drilling solutions the company recently acquired – could also see it expand into autonomous underground drilling solutions.