Connect Your Entire Underground Operation
Build a reliable, high-performance communication network that connects everything from the control room to the mine face.
MST Global’s underground communication network combines the AXON infrastructure with the HELIX management platform to connect personnel, equipment, operational systems and critical applications across one scalable digital ecosystem.
One Network. Connected from Control Room to Mine Face.
Reliable underground connectivity is the foundation of a safer, more productive and digitally enabled mining operation.
Bringing voice, data, tracking, monitoring, and intelligent operational control together over a single infrastructure. Its modular architecture allows the network to expand as mine layouts, technologies and operational requirements evolve.
Built for the demands of underground mining
- Reliable performance. Industrial-grade hardware, resilient network architecture and integrated backup power help maintain connectivity in harsh and demanding underground environments.
- High-bandwidth connectivity. Support voice, data and connected applications across a high-performance fibre and wireless network with speeds up to 1Gbps across the standard AXON platform.
- Modular and scalable. Expand network capacity, wireless coverage, automation and control without replacing the existing infrastructure.
- Real-time visibility. Connect personnel, vehicles, equipment, sensors and operational systems to support tracking, monitoring and faster decision-making.
- Future-ready infrastructure. Create a foundation for IoT, edge computing, automation, analytics, cloud-based applications and emerging digital mining technologies.
Improve Safety, Productivity and Operational Control
A connected underground mine can provide teams with the real-time information they need to respond sooner, coordinate work more effectively and make better operational decisions.
MST Global’s communication networks help enable:
- Continuous communication across the mine
- Faster emergency response
- Improved personnel and equipment visibility
- Reduced communication gaps
- More effective remote monitoring
- Increased automation and process control
- Lower downtime and operational disruption
- Better use of data across the mining operation
The Digital Backbone of the Underground Mine
AXON infrastructure
AXON provides the rugged field hardware, fibre backbone, wireless connectivity, power distribution and network intelligence required to support modern underground operations.
The modular AXON ecosystem includes:
- AXON Core industrial network infrastructure
- AXON Air+ wireless access points
- AXON Mesh and AXON Mesh+ portable wireless networks
- Power, fibre, control, gateway and deployment expansion modules
- AXON Mini UPS and AXON Force UPS power backup solutions
- AXON Intrinsically Safe connectivity for hazardous environments
HELIX management platform
HELIX provides the visibility, analytics and control layer that enables mines to manage connected infrastructure and operational applications from a central platform.
Together, AXON and HELIX support:
- Remote network monitoring and management
- Real-time personnel and equipment tracking
- Voice, video and data communications
- Environmental and equipment monitoring
- Process control and automation
- Telemetry and fleet management
- Edge processing, IoT and analytics integration
AXON Mesh is a rugged, mobile wireless access point designed to extend reliable connectivity into active underground mining areas. It supports real-time communications, tracking and operational data at the developing face and other locations where fixed network infrastructure is limited.
AXON Core is a high-performance underground network platform that provides the backbone for reliable, high-speed communications across mining operations. It supports the secure transfer of voice, video and operational data and is can be installed independently or with AXON air (daisy chain connections) and AXON mesh.
AXON Air is a rugged underground wireless access point that delivers reliable Wi-Fi connectivity for voice, video, tracking and operational data. It supports AXON core by boosting connectivity coverage throughout the mine wirelessly.
Designed Around Your Operation
No two underground mines have the same network requirements.
MST Global works with mine operators to design communication infrastructure around the mine layout, operating environment, applications and future technology roadmap.
Our approach includes:
- Specialist network engineering
- Communication networks designed and implemented by experienced underground mining specialists.
- Practical deployment
- Plug-and-play connectivity, direct wall mounting and simplified installation help reduce field complexity.
- Training and knowledge transfer
- Training for mine personnel and contractors supports confident deployment, maintenance and long-term system performance.
- Lower total cost of ownership
- Modular expansion, simplified maintenance and integrated power distribution can reduce installation effort and the need for additional infrastructure.
- Long-term support
- From initial network design through to expansion and ongoing support, MST Global helps mines maintain reliable connectivity throughout the operating life of the network.
Extend Connectivity Where Fixed Infrastructure Cannot Reach
Mining environments continually change as development advances and work areas move.
AXON Mesh and AXON Mesh+ provide portable, self-organising wireless coverage for dynamic, temporary or difficult-to-reach areas. Their self-healing mesh architecture allows multiple devices to automatically establish a resilient wireless network without additional cabling.
Key advantages include:
- Rapid, cable-free deployment
- More than 120 hours of battery operation
- Hot-swappable batteries
- Rugged IP67 construction
- Self-forming and self-healing wireless coverage
- Optional BLE capabilities for personnel and asset tracking
Solutions to track your team all the way to the face ...
Build a Communication Network Ready for the Future of Underground Mining
Download the brochure to explore MST Global’s complete underground communication network ecosystem, including fixed and portable wireless infrastructure, power backup, intrinsically safe connectivity and HELIX integration.
Technology that adds the visibility you need ...
A 3D digital twin mine transforms tracking from simple location monitoring into a complete operational visibility tool. By representing the mine in a live geospatial environment, teams can see the real-time position and movement of personnel, vehicles and equipment across underground and surface areas. This improves situational awareness, supports faster decision-making and gives control rooms a clearer understanding of what is happening across the operation at any given moment. It is especially valuable during high-risk activities such as shift changes, blasting, incident response and emergency evacuations, where knowing who and what is in each zone can directly improve safety outcomes.
The digital twin also turns tracking data into actionable intelligence. Historical movement records and replay capability allow teams to reconstruct events, analyse travel routes, identify bottlenecks and support compliance or incident investigations. Dynamic Position Monitoring zones add further value by measuring presence, movement and dwell time in defined areas, helping operations assess equipment utilisation, haulage cycles, personnel deployment and productivity. In this way, the 3D digital twin helps mines move beyond “where is it?” to “what is happening, why is it happening, and how can we improve it?”.