Global equipment and engineering company Sandvik broke ground on a new maintenance facility in Greater Sudbury earlier this month.

The company is investing $85 million in the project, supported by up to $4 million in provincial grant funding through the Invest Ontario Fund.

This investment is designed to stimulate economic growth, strengthen industrial capabilities across the province, and support the creation of 61 new jobs. The new facility on Maley Drive will replace the company’s location on Magill Street in Lively.

Situated on 115 acres, the site will feature a 135,000-square-foot facility and will support up to 400 employees once operational.

The new facility has been designed to meet increasing customer demand for equipment maintenance, electrification capabilities, efficient service turnaround, and capacity for long-term growth.

The investment will deliver double the existing workshop capacity and incorporate modern workshop areas, expanded office space, welding facilities, a paint booth, battery-electric vehicle-dedicated infrastructure, and a technology-focused simulator area for equipment operators and maintenance training purposes. The design prioritizes circularity, waste reduction, energy efficiency, and efforts to minimize environmental impact.

“This new facility marks an important step forward in how we support our people and customers across Canada,” said Sandvik’s vice-president of sales area Canada, Peter Corcoran. “We are building a modern, collaborative and future-ready work environment that reflects the rapid changes taking place in today’s mining industry. With expanded capabilities, enhanced infrastructure, and a strong focus on our core products, which align with Canada’s priorities around electrification and sustainability, this investment strengthens our ability to remain a trusted partner for our customers for many years to come.”

The new facility is scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2027.