EFNARC General Assembly in Gothenburg

Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting the EFNARC General Assembly in Gothenburg.
It was a valuable opportunity to bring industry representatives together for meaningful discussions, collaboration and knowledge sharing. These interactions are essential for driving global standards forward.

We are honored to support such a important forum and to welcome EFNARC and its members to Sweden.

Thank you to all members for your contributions in making this a successful assembly.

EFNARC, Edvirt, MacLean Engineering, Herrenknecht AG, BarChip Inc., VersuchsStollen Hagerbach (VSH - The Underground Future Lab), MC-Bauchemie International, Normet Group, Sika, Eitzen GmbH, Mapei, Marti Group, Master Builders Solutions, Robocon Shotcrete Solutions, Bekaert, OM Opitz & Matuschak GmbH

Two new VR Shotcrete Simulators™ are now in full operation at Endacom in Australia

Endacom Pty Ltd has recently integrated our simulators into their training program, marking a new phase in our joint efforts to enhance operator development and support EFNARC certification training on site.

This step reinforces our shared focus on quality and advancing sustainable training development within the industry. 

We look forward to supporting Endacom Pty Ltd as they expand their training offering. 

2,000+ Operators Trained!

We are proud to say that just over the past five years, more than 2,000 operators have been trained, either directly through our training programs or via our advanced simulator technology.

This is a receipt of our partners trust in us and the growing recognition of how crucial high quality, safe, and efficient training is for the tunnelling and mining industries. Every operator trained represents a safer worksite, stronger project performance, and a more skilled workforce for the future.

We would like to thank all our customers, collaborators for choosing us and being part of our journey. And of course, the Edvirt team that always work hard to deliver high quality training and pushing boundaries in digital training and simulation.

We’re committed to expanding access to world class training and shaping the next generation of underground operators.
When workers have the right knowledge and training, everyone wins. 💪

Bergdagarna 2026

We were proud to take part in Bergdagarna in Stockholm this year.

A big thank you to the Swedish Rock Engineering Association for hosting such a well organized event, and to everyone who visited our booth to experience the latest version of our VR Shotcrete Simulator 4.0.

It was great meeting so many of you, and we look forward to connecting again soon! 👋

Happy Holiday!

What a year! 🚀

2025 flew by, and looking back, we’ve accomplished so much together, here is a few things we did this year:

✅ Launched our very first app development project – the Pull Test App for Sandvik Mining – Ground Support Division.

✅ Continued our collaboration with Boliden, creating a comprehensive training program for their employees.

✅ Delivered our EFNARC-approved shotcrete simulator to MC-Bauchemie International.

✅ Showcased our simulators at conferences and fairs around the world.

✅ Maintained our dedicated work with EFNARC to keep raising industry standards.

✅ We’ve reached an important milestone: over 2,000 participants have attended our training sessions in the past couple of years.

A big thank you to all our customers and partners worldwide for your trust and collaboration. ❤️

None of this would have been possible without our amazing Edvirters – thank you to our team for your hard work and commitment! 🙌

We’re excited for what 2026 will bring!

Our mission remains clear: delivering high-quality training and simulators that make our industry safer, more sustainable, and cost-efficient – for both the environment and your bottom line.

When workers have the right knowledge and training, everyone wins. 💪

✨ Happy Holidays from all of us at Edvirt! ✨

MC-Bauchemie International

We at Edvirt are happy to announce that MC-Bauchemie International has incorporated our VR Shotcrete Simulator™ into their training portfolio.

This will allow them to conduct full EFNARC-certified shotcrete operator training in-house with their own certified examiners, ensuring higher quality, safety, and consistency across tunnelling projects worldwide.

The handover took place in Ponferrada, Spain, during an MC Underground event, where our trainer, Fredrik Pramberg, delivered the simulator and gave a presentation on the importance of skilled, well-trained operators. Congratulations to the MC-Bauchemie team on a successfully organized event!👏

We are confident that this milestone will help them deliver even greater value to their customers around the globe. 🌍💪

The Pull Test App

We’re proud to announce the launch of our very first app development project, the Pull Test App for Sandvik Mining - Ground Support division! 📱

This innovative tool introduces a standardized way of reporting pull tests.

🔹 Key Features:

  • Giving customers full access to a comprehensive database that covers all their mining sites in one system.

  • Real-time notifications and interactive safety warnings to reduce reaction time and enhance mining safety.

  • Detailed pull test results including load displacement plots, optional comments, and photo documentation.

This is our first app development project but not our last and our team has been working hard and dedicated to ensuring the high quality Edvirt always stands for.

👏 A huge thank you to everyone involved, and special appreciation to Peter. Young, Osvaldo Vallati, Steven Weaver, Christian Reich, and the entire Ground Support Sandvik team for an outstanding collaboration!

Edvirt's latest VR application!

Great to see Edvirt's latest VR application for the brand-new Sandvik MB672 bolter miner in action at a Mining Expo in China.

Congratulations to Sandvik Mining and the Mechanical cutting team on launching this advanced machine! Big thanks to Florian Rieser, Thomas Vallant, and the entire MC team for the great collaboration and support.
 
Exciting to be part of driving innovation in mining technology! 🚀

Workshop with Boliden

Since 2017, Edvirt has been training operators for Boliden.

With a new long-term contract in place, we are now taking the next step in this collaboration. During a two-day workshop at Edvirt HQ, António Rodrigues (Boliden), Fredrik Pramberg and Armin Vrace (Edvirt) laid the foundation for how shotcrete training will be conducted within Boliden in the future.

Previously, we focused solely on training new operators. Now, we are also developing a comprehensive training program that not only strengthens the skills and knowledge of already experienced operators but is also easily adaptable to deepen the expertise of technicians and supervisors.

The best plans are made together - thank you, Boliden, for a great collaboration!

World Tunnel Congress 2025

We had a great time exhibiting at the World Tunnel Congress 2025 (WTC 2025) 🚀

Big thanks to the organizers for hosting such a well-executed event!
We’re especially grateful to everyone who visited our booth and tried out the new updated VR Shotcrete Simulator® 4.0. Your feedback was valuable and will help us continue to improve.

Missed the demo or want to learn more? Get in touch! 📞

We attended Bauma!

We would like to extend a big thanks to everyone who tried out our new VR simulators.
We look forward to continuing the conversation and exploring new opportunities together.

This year’s bauma attracted over 600,000 attendees and 3,601 exhibitors
 — a testament to the strength and innovation of our industry.

A huge shoutout to our incredible team for their dedication, teamwork, and collaboration.
You made this happen, and we couldn’t be prouder! 🤩

Wishing you all Happy Holidays!

As the holiday season approaches, we want to extend our warmest wishes to our clients, partners, and team members. May your holidays be a time of rest and creating wonderful memories. 

As we look back on the past year, we're filled with gratitude for the milestones we've achieved. From launching new projects to overcoming challenges, our collective efforts have made this year a good one. We are proud of our team's dedication and their hard work to make our industry safer.

Thank you for being a part of our journey this year.

We look forward to 2025 and to continue our vison to improve the training for mining and tunneling, enhancing safety and making virtual training the norm. 

Happy Holidays!
Team Edvirt

New VR application from Edvirt

We are thrilled to announce Edvirt’s latest innovation: a cutting-edge virtual reality application for the largest Roadheader, the MT721!

This groundbreaking project was developed in collaboration with Sandvik’s Mechanical Cutting Division. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire Mechanical Cutting team for a great collaboration!

The MT721 virtual reality application was showcased at the MINExpo INTERNATIONAL 2024 in Las Vegas, marking a significant milestone in our journey towards technological advancement.

Our ceo has been appointed to the Efnarc Executive Committee

We're happy to share that our CEO, Tomislav Rogan, has been appointed to the EFNARC Executive Committee. In his new role, Tomislav will oversee the Nozzle Operator Scheme and lead Focus Group 1 on the Nozzle Operator Certification Scheme. His expertise will be invaluable in advancing the scheme's development.

Should you have any inquiries or wish to provide feedback regarding the Nozzleman Operator Certification Scheme, please do not hesitate to reach out to Tomislav directly.

Nozzle Operator training in Kazakhstan!

In July, we embarked on a comprehensive 2.5-week Nozzle Operator training (ESCOT) for 19 operators, focusing on enhancing their skills and ensuring operational excellence in Kazakhstan. They did a great job and can now perform their duties safely. We would like to extend a big thank you to Schachtbau and EURAZIYA BUILD GROUP for your hospitality and kindness to our team.

Some of the participants with our trainer Fredrik Pramberg at the practical session.

One of the participants in our VR simulation training.

The first half of the year

As the first half of the year wraps up, we reflect on the intense and rewarding journey of delivering training courses across Sweden and globally, with our latest stop in Kazakhstan.
Our team's dedication has been the driving force behind every training session, and it's time for a well-deserved summer break. As we approach the summer break, we're excited to recharge and return in August, ready to empower and educate with renewed energy.

Stay tuned for what's next and have a fantastic summer! 🌞