Follow cross‑country skier Edvin Anger deep underground in Boliden’s gold mine. The campaign is part of Edvin’s collaboration with Boliden and highlights both his determined commitment to the sport and how modern, responsible mining works in practice – an expression of Boliden’s long‑term engagement in the local community and sustainable societal development.
How does an elite athlete prepare to reach their goals?
From training sessions out in the ski tracks to recovery, nutrition and competition strategy — you can follow it all on Edvin Anger’s YouTube channel. There you can also watch full episodes from his training camp in Gällivare.
In the series The Hunt for Precious Metals, cross‑country skier Edvin Anger visits Boliden’s gold mine in Kankberg, Västerbotten, Sweden. Boliden is the main sponsor of Edvin Anger, and the series takes viewers several hundred metres underground to explore how precious metals are extracted and how a modern mine operates. Through conversations with Boliden employees, it offers a clear glimpse into daily work and life below the surface.
Boliden’s partnership with Edvin Anger is built on shared values and strong local roots. As Edvin’s main sponsor, Boliden supports an athlete whose background in Hedemora connects him closely to Dalarna and Garpenberg, where Boliden operates. The partnership highlights modern, responsible mining in practice while reflecting Boliden’s long‑term commitment to local engagement and sustainable community development.
Facts about Kankberg
Boliden Kankberg is a modern gold mine in Västerbotten, Sweden, operating several hundred metres underground. Here, advanced technology, careful planning and skilled teams work together to responsibly extract precious metals at depth.
Every year, Kankberg produces around two tonnes of gold — the equivalent of 160 solid gold bars, each weighing 12.5 kg. It’s a reminder of the scale, precision and consistency behind modern mining.
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Tonnes of gold produced annually.
At around 750 metres below the surface — modern mining comes to life. Here, in the deep, controlled environment of Kankberg, advanced machinery, precision methods and skilled teams work together to extract precious metals responsibly and efficiently.
750
Mine depth in meters.
To find the next generation of ore, geologists drill and sample down to around one kilometre beneath the surface. Their work lays the foundation for safe, long‑term mining.
1000
Depth of prospecting drilling in meters.
A single, carefully planned blast can release up to 1000 tonnes of rock. Each detonation is the result of rigorous preparation, safety checks and exact timing.
1000
Tonnes of rock released per blast.
Electric Volvo mine truck in Boliden Kankberg.
Drive change for future generations
At Boliden, you will spend every day exploring how we can improve society for future generations. How we can use technology and innovation to drive the shift that enables a more sustainable mining industry.
Boliden Group
Klarabergsviadukten 90
P.O. Box 44, SE-101 20 Stockholm
Tel: + 46 8 610 15 00
Fax: + 46 8 654 80 90
