Image: Photo of the 2023 proof-of-concept HEV in a controlled test area at the First Mode Proving Grounds in Centralia (USA). Do not attempt. Clean energy’s upstream supply chain is having a moment, but not for the reasons you might think. Last month, The Economist confirmed that while mining companies have always mattered, an unprecedented … Continued
Editor’s Note: In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), we’re honored to spotlight Silvia Costa, an active member of the Women at First Mode Employee Resource Group, who shares experiences and perspectives on how to #InspireInclusion – the topic and theme of IWD 2024. Every day, Silvia Costa wakes up motivated to work at the … Continued
On February 21, First Mode celebrated a key milestone with the grand opening of our factory in the SoDo district of Seattle. Joined by Washington State Governor Jay Inslee and Zero Emission Transportation Association Executive Director Albert Gore, among other key government, industry, and union leaders, we applauded First Mode’s community of partners, reflected on … Continued
There’s not much that’s bolted down to the floor of the 40,000-square-foot factory in Seattle’s SoDo district where First Mode plans to build powertrain conversion kits for mining trucks — and that’s by design. “The factory itself represents the latest in smart manufacturing,” First Mode CEO Julian Soles said during today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, with Washington Gov. Jay … Continued
Seattle, WA: First Mode, a global decarbonization product company founded and headquartered in Seattle, is opening one of the largest clean technology manufacturing facilities in the city, in the SoDo District. The 40,000-square-foot factory will produce components to retrofit up to 150 massive ultra-class mining trucks annually into low-carbon or zero-emission electric vehicles. As each … Continued
Last year, First Mode became a decarbonization product innovation company dedicated to eliminating diesel from heavy industry – and we’ve been “pedal to the metal” ever since.
Votes are in and tallied for the 2023 Global Mining Technology Awards, presented by InvestMETS.com in conjunction with Atrico. The sponsor of our major award, for Best Mining Technology Company, is IMARC. We sincerely thank our experienced panel of judges in the US, Canada, Chile, Colombia, UK, Sweden, Poland, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Australia and Singapore.
Take a deep dive into the engineering process behind developing zero-emission battery solutions for heavy industry.
First Mode announces the addition of two new electrified retrofits to its suite of decarbonization solutions for mining and rail haulage.
Carbon reduction company First Mode orders 60 hydrogen fuel cell modules from Ballard Power Systems for powering hybrid ultra-class mining haul trucks.
With a passion for math and problem-solving, Rachid is building toward a more sustainable future.
The one-year anniversary of the world’s first and largest zero-emission vehicle was a major moment of reflection for First Mode.
First Mode orders 80 ABB BORDLINE® ESS battery systems to power several of their next zero-emission mining haul trucks.
The winners of Fast Company’s 2023 World Changing Ideas Awards were announced, honoring sustainable designs and products changing the way we live.
A lover of guitar and golden doodles, Evan DeVore helps keep First Mode’s manufacturing on track.
Above: The proof-of-concept hydrogen powered ultra-class mine haul truck at Anglo American’s Mogalakwena Platinum Group Metals mine in South Africa. Note: First Mode will develop clean energy system solutions to replace hundreds of diesel engines in Anglo American haul trucks SEATTLE, WA – December 7, 2022 – First Mode, a global carbon reduction company focused … Continued
SEATTLE, USA — First Mode, the pioneering innovator and manufacturer of decarbonization products for heavy industry, announced today its acceptance as a participant of ICMM’s Innovation for Cleaner, Safer Vehicles (ICSV) initiative. The selection makes First Mode the first new manufacturing participant of the Initiative since its establishment in 2018. Other members of the Initiative … Continued
Georgie is dedicated to slowing climate change’s impact. From the beginning, it was her commitment and desire to make a hands-on difference that set her on the career path of engineering – and working at First Mode. Despite the challenges that can arise in a male-dominated field, engineering provides Georgie the unique opportunity to contribute … Continued
We are thrilled to announce that First Mode’s Path to Zero™ product line has been recognized across three categories on Fast Company’s 2024 list of World Changing Ideas: This acknowledgement underscores First Mode’s innovative approach to decarbonizing heavy industry, starting with mining haulage. It also marks the third year that First Mode has been recognized … Continued
To celebrate First Mode and Mitsui & Co., Ltd, (“Mitsui”) inking a strategic alliance, we recently welcomed Ken Ito, General Manager, and Kentaro Yabe, Deputy General Manager, of Mitsui’s Coal & Carbon Solution Division, along with Hideaki Katsube, Regional Officer for the Mitsui Seattle Office, for an official signing ceremony and tour of our Seattle … Continued
SEATTLE, USA — First Mode, the pioneering developer and manufacturer of decarbonization products for heavy industry, today announces a strategic alliance with Mitsui & Co., Ltd, (“Mitsui”) the international trading company and investment group with extensive interests in the mining industry, to accelerate heavy industry’s adoption of low-carbon and zero-emissions product solutions at scale. First … Continued