Nestled in the forested heartland of Yichun within the Lesser Khingan Mountains, China Railway Resources Yichun Luming Mining Co., Ltd. (Luming Mining) has cultivated the fertile lands of northern China for over a decade. The company enhances operational efficiency through intelligent mining, protects the ecosystem with green mining practices, and fosters a strong sense of community with a focus on employee well-being. From technological innovation driving development to ecological conservation strengthening its foundation, and from compassionate care warming hearts to a civilized ethos permeating the entire workforce, Luming Mining synergizes intelligence, sustainability, and humanity to compose a brilliant symphony of industrial prosperity, ecological harmony, and employee satisfaction.

Cloud-based intelligent computing activates the "smart brain" of the mine. Transitioning from manual monitoring to cloud-based control, from experience-based operations to data-driven decision-making, and from high-risk inspections to intelligent early warnings, Luming Mining leverages 5G, big data, artificial intelligence, and digital twin technologies as core supports, accelerating the construction of its intelligent mine. As a pilot unit for the Ministry of Natural Resources' "Intelligent Mine Construction Specifications" and a nationally recognized 5G fully-connected factory designated by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Luming Mining has established an intelligent management system covering the entire process from mining and mineral processing to dispatching and safety. The digital mining system and the intelligent truck dispatching system automatically optimize ore blending plans based on 3D geological models. Combined with BeiDou high-precision positioning, they achieve centimeter-level accuracy in controlling the boundaries of ore and waste rock excavation, effectively reducing ore loss and dilution rates. Intelligent dispatching plans optimal routes in real-time based on equipment efficiency and transport status, significantly reducing vehicle idle rates and ensuring fuel is used efficiently, leading to a marked improvement in production scheduling efficiency. The production process control platform enables automatic data collection, daily cost accounting, and process visualization, replacing repetitive manual labor and driving a transition from extensive to refined operations management, resulting in simultaneous improvements in cost control and resource utilization efficiency.

In the mineral processing plant workshop, the intelligent quadruped robot "Molybdenum Treasure No. 3" performs guard duty, proving more accurate and efficient than manual inspections. Residing in the data center, the "Molybdenum Light Large Model" integrates resources like the China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) and is loaded with vast amounts of enterprise regulations, technical standards, and laws and regulations. It has developed 15 intelligent assistant functions for production, safety, procurement, and more. Video AI can identify违规操作 through image analysis. On a 32-square-meter large electronic screen, a 3D ore vein model simulates operations in real-time, with a blue "data torrent" continuously flowing, serving as the intelligent "brain" of mine production.

"We have integrated intelligent technology throughout the entire chain of mining, mineral processing, dispatching, and safety, achieving the goals of data doing the legwork, reduced risks for personnel, higher production efficiency, and more precise decision-making," explained Xiu Dawei, Vice General Manager of Luming Mining. An airborne LiDAR system regularly conducts 3D scans of the mining area, slopes, and waste dumps, accurately identifying displacement and subsidence to provide data support for safety production and ecological restoration. The comprehensive penetration of intelligent technology makes the mine safer, more efficient, and smarter. Today, the "Molybdenum Light Large Model" processes nearly ten thousand pieces of data daily and is steadily progressing towards a full-process digital twin system covering "mining-mineral processing-tailings." Luming Mining has become one of the first provincial-level intelligent non-coal mines in Heilongjiang Province.

Building ecological beauty paints a "green scroll" for the Khingan region. Protecting the clear waters and green mountains of the Lesser Khingan Range is a responsibility and mission Luming Mining consistently upholds. The company deeply practices the philosophy that "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets, and so are icy skies and snowy landscapes," adhering to the principles of simultaneous extraction, remediation, and restoration. Through full-chain green innovation, the mine integrates with the forest and coexists with nature, creating a garden-style ecological mining area. Source control strengthens environmental protection defenses. The enterprise has installed sealed covers and dust removal devices on major equipment, implemented enclosed material transport, ensured thorough cleaning of all incoming and outgoing vehicles, and scheduled regular water spraying on fixed routes to suppress dust. Four environmental monitoring screens in the mining area display real-time data on temperature, humidity, PM2.5, and boundary noise. Through research, development, and application of key technologies for comprehensive heat-toxicant-dust management in extra-large mineral processing plants in extremely cold regions and the control of occupational hazard factors, the concentration of dust and harmful gases in operational areas has been reduced by over 30%.

Process innovation implements low-carbon principles. The technology for efficient and balanced ore discharge and dam construction for large tailings ponds in high-cold regions saves over 10 million yuan in annual operating costs and improves the quality of recycled water. The consumption of toxic and harmful reagents in water quality testing has been reduced by 11.5% compared to pre-optimization levels, achieving the preset environmental protection and consumption reduction targets. In the central control room of the tailings pond management center, an online monitoring system tracks the safety technical parameters of the tailings pond in real-time, dynamically reflecting the safety status of the reservoir area and safeguarding green production.

"We always prioritize ecology, ensuring that extraction does not cause destruction, remediation is not delayed, development does not incur ecological debt, and our commitment to green practices remains unwavering," said Wang Yulong, Vice General Manager of Luming Mining. The company has cumulatively completed nearly 460,000 cubic meters of soil covering on waste dumps and tailings dam bodies, sown grass and planted greenery over more than 140 hectares, and planted over 170,000 trees including pine trees and purple-leaf plum trees. The once-barre slopes of the tailings dam have been cloaked in a "green carpet" using "mesh hanging and spray seeding" and "turf laying" techniques. In summer, the concentration of negative oxygen ions here can reach up to 10,000 per cubic meter. Birds such as mallards and black-winged stilts gracefully arrive, and small animals like wild roe deer roam the mining area. Mountains, facilities, forests, and wildlife coexist harmoniously, sketching an ecological scene where humanity and nature blend seamlessly. Luming Mining has been recognized as a "China Railway Green Construction Technology Demonstration Project" and ranks first in Heilongjiang Province's Green Mine Reserve Database, fulfilling its solemn commitment to "restore a forest for every mine extracted."

Luming Mining has collaborated with Central South University and Harbin Institute of Technology to form technical task forces. Leveraging technological innovation, they have developed high-value conversion methods for molybdenum tailings, creating over ten types of derivative products such as microcrystalline stone slabs, soil conditioners, lightweight partition panels, and refrigerator magnets. This transforms what was once an environmental burden into a resource bonanza, maximizing resource utilization. These "alchemy-like" green products were showcased at the 7th China International New Materials Industry Expo, charting a path of sustainable development characterized by resource conservation, environmental friendliness, recycling, and green low-carbon practices.

Staying true to its original aspiration warms hearts and builds Luming's "Happy Home." Development is for the employees, relies on the employees, and its fruits are shared by the employees. Adhering to the core philosophy of "people-oriented," Luming Mining focuses on six-fold guarantees and multi-dimensional care, diligently handling practical matters concerning people's livelihoods with heart and feeling. This continuously enhances employees' sense of gain, happiness, and security, building a warm and belonging-filled happy home. The enterprise has upgraded employee dormitories to create comfortable and cozy living environments. Dormitories for dual-career couples are fully equipped, allowing employees to live and work contentedly. The canteen offers a rich variety of nutritious and balanced meals, with seasonal dishes that warm both heart and stomach. Efficient commuter buses solve transportation challenges for employees. From basic necessities to daily life, the company provides all-around care for its workforce.

The company regularly conducts activities like "delivering coolness in summer, warmth in winter, and blessings during festivals," presenting gifts to employees and retirees during Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival. It creates ice and snow landscapes within the mining area, allowing employees' children from other regions—the "little migratory birds"—to experience the fun of northern winters without leaving the site. Characteristic activities for female employees, fun sports meets, and cultural performances are held in rotation, with an average of over 20 events annually attracting thousands of participants, enriching the spiritual and cultural lives of the employees.

"Working at Luming, we eat with peace of mind, live comfortably, work smoothly, and grow with confidence, truly treating the enterprise as our own home,"由衷感慨 Shan Yu, an employee with three years of service. Using the Six Major Actions for Industrial Reform as a lever, the company has established platforms for skills competitions, innovation studios, and master-apprentice programs, conducting 11 skill contests in 2025. The Model Worker and Artisan Innovation Studios have yielded fruitful results, with several employees honored with the China Railway May 1st Labor Medal and the Yichun City May 1st Labor Medal. Multiple workshops have been rated as "Workers' Pioneer Teams" and "National Youth Civilization Units," enabling employees to excel in their posts and shine through their efforts. The enterprise strictly implements the occupational health and safety management system, improving regulations for labor protection, hazard investigation, and health check-ups, effectively safeguarding the physical and mental health of employees. It maintains open channels for employee诉求, accurately addressing their urgent difficulties and worries, allowing employees to feel the warmth of "home" and凝聚 a powerful合力 for同心筑梦 and共同发展.

As the setting sun gilds the "green carpet" of the tailings dam, the large screens in the intelligent dispatching command center continue to flicker. Standing at the threshold of a new development journey for the "15th Five-Year Plan" period and beyond, Luming Mining remains steadfast in its mission as a central state-owned enterprise, deeply cultivating its main responsibilities and core business. It will persist in the dual-drive of green development and intelligent empowerment, striving to build a first-class modern mine in the industry. Amidst the green mountains and clear waters of the Lesser Khingan Range, this "Pearl of the Molybdenum Industry" shines brightly, diligently writing a new chapter in the high-quality development of the mining sector with practical action and steadfast commitment.