Kathleen Valley: How Haultrax Fleet Management System Helped Iron Mine Contracting Exceed Targets

As mining operations continue to face increasing pressure to deliver higher productivity while maintaining operational efficiency, the role of Fleet Management Systems has become critical. At Liontown Resources’ Kathleen Valley operation, technology was a key enabler in supporting strong performance during a major phase of the project’s lifecycle.

Kathleen Valley operation, a significant lithium project in Western Australia, has reached a pivotal milestone with the successful completion of its open-pit mining phase and the transition to a fully underground operation.

Iron Mine Contracting’s Commitment to Excellence

Throughout the open-pit phase, Iron Mine Contracting (IMC) played a central role in managing the site’s operations. Renowned for delivering strong and consistent results, IMC sought innovative ways to further enhance productivity and improve overall operational efficiency.

“At IMC, we are always looking for smarter, safer ways to work. By continuously improving our knowledge and tools, we can deliver better outcomes for our clients while keeping people and equipment safe,” said IMC’s EGM Operations Adam Harper.

To achieve these goals, IMC partnered with Haultrax and implemented HX Fleet Management System (FMS) on site, introducing a technology-driven approach to optimise performance and decision-making across the operation.

How Haultrax Fleet Management System Made a Difference

The Haultrax Fleet Management System enabled Iron Mine Contracting to automate tasks including load counts, asset utilisation tracking, time usage, and operator conformance monitoring. By removing the need for manual inputs, the system reduced delays, minimised variability, and improved the accuracy of production data—allowing site teams to focus on what matters most: moving tonnes.
Supervisors gained real-time visibility of production performance, enabling quicker adjustments to haul routes, truck allocation, and cycle management as conditions changed. This immediate access to trusted, transparent data supported faster decision-making on the ground, reduced downtime, and helped maintain consistent production rates—directly contributing to IMC exceeding operational targets.

The beauty of Haultrax lies in its simplicity, flexibility, and contractor-focused design. Haultrax FMS delivers the core functionality required to drive productivity—without the complexity, cost, or infrastructure traditionally associated with fleet management systems.

For Iron Mine Contracting, this meant rapid deployment, minimal disruption to operations, and immediate access to actionable, reliable production data.

Results at Kathleen Valley

The results at Kathleen Valley have been impressive. Open-pit production consistently exceeded targets, with operations running smoothly and efficiently. Liontown’s Managing Director and CEO, Tony Ottaviano, stated:

“The open pit exceeded recovery targets and built substantial strategic stockpiles, providing feed security as underground operations ramp up.”

By leveraging the Haultrax Fleet Management System, IMC has successfully increased productivity, moved more tonnes, and optimised operations.

Ongoing Value

With the open-pit phase complete, Iron Mine Contracting can continue to maximise the benefits of the Haultrax Fleet Management System across new sites and projects.

Thanks to the FMSaaS model, IMC can reduce their costs by pausing their subscription at one site and redeploying the system to the next, ensuring flexibility, cost efficiency, and minimal downtime.

This combination of Haultrax’s adaptable technology and IMC’s operational expertise ensures the contractor remains at the forefront of productivity, efficiency, and safe operations — delivering exceptional results wherever their projects take them.