Zoomlion Ghana Limited has firmly denied any involvement in illegal mining activities, popularly known as galamsey, following reports that excavators and mining equipment bearing the “Zoomlion” brand are being used in such operations across the country.
In a public statement issued by its Communications Directorate, the company clarified that it neither owns nor authorizes the use of any machinery for mining purposes. Zoomlion Ghana emphasized that it is not affiliated with any form of galamsey and has never supported or engaged in illegal mining activities.
The company explained that the confusion stems from the fact that the equipment in question bears the name “Zoomlion” because it is produced by Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd., a Chinese manufacturing firm. Despite the name similarity, the Chinese company is entirely separate and unaffiliated with Zoomlion Ghana Limited.
“Any use of such equipment in connection with illegal mining is without the knowledge, consent, or approval of Zoomlion Ghana Limited,” the statement read. “We strongly distance ourselves from any such activities and any individuals or entities claiming association with us in that regard.”
Zoomlion Ghana further urged the general public, stakeholders, and relevant authorities to disregard any misinformation linking the company to illegal mining operations. It called for vigilance against the unauthorized use of its brand name, which it says undermines its reputation as a reputable waste management and sanitation services provider in Ghana.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability, legal compliance, and national development, stressing that it remains focused on its core mandate of providing environmental and sanitation services across the country.
“We wish to unequivocally state that Zoomlion Ghana Limited is not engaged in, does not support, and has never participated in any illegal mining activity, including galamsey,” the company reiterated.
Zoomlion Ghana concluded by encouraging the public and regulatory bodies to report any individuals or groups misrepresenting the company’s name or engaging in illegal acts under the guise of affiliation, assuring that the necessary legal steps will be taken against such imposters.
Below is the full press release:
It has come to the attention of Zoomlion Ghana Limited that certain excavators and other mining equipment bearing the brand name “Zoomlion” are reportedly being used in illegal mining activities (commonly referred to as “galamsey”) within various districts, and such equipment is being falsely associated with Zoomlion Ghana Limited.
We wish to unequivocally state that Zoomlion Ghana Limited is not engaged in, does not support, and has never participated in any illegal mining activity, including galamsey. The company does not own, operate, lease, or authorize the use of any equipment for mining purposes.
The public is hereby informed that the equipment in question bears the name “Zoomlion” solely because it is manufactured by Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd., a Chinese company. While the brand name is similar, this manufacturer is entirely independent of and unaffiliated with Zoomlion Ghana Limited.
Any use of such equipment in connection with illegal mining is without the knowledge, consent, or approval of Zoomlion Ghana Limited. The company strongly distances itself from any such activities and any entities or individuals purporting an association in that regard.
We respectfully urge the general public, stakeholders, and relevant regulatory authorities to disregard any misrepresentation or unauthorized use of our company’s name.
Issued by the Communications Directorate
Zoomlion Ghana Limited
