Serving the underground mining industry since 1999

Our business is built on four key pillars:

Specializing in underground mining, our business is built on four key pillars: We’re an Original Equipment Manufacturer offering a range of underground support equipment Manufactured in Australia; we maintain a large hire fleet of coal support and Longwall relocation equipment, backed by experienced service; our nationally recognized service facility excels in both major and minor equipment overhauls; and we stock a comprehensive range of spare parts to support the underground coal industry.

OEM – Manufactured in Australia product line of underground coal equipment

Hire Fleet – Longwall installation, relocation & run-of-mine underground coal equipment for hire

Overhauls – Our three strategically located branches provide major & minor overhaul services

Parts – We stock a comprehensive range of spare parts to support the underground coal industry

Our company has achieved ISO certification for our top-of-the-line Mining Equipment. This means our products meet the highest global standards for quality, performance, and reliability

This prestigious recognition confirms our unwavering commitment to quality and precision. Get the edge with our NATA Accredited Mining Equipment today

Services

Cougar Mining Equipment Business Units

Foundations of Excellence in Underground Mining. Since 1999, our commitment to the underground mining sector is built upon four fundamental pillars

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

We lead the industry with the cleanest & most efficient diesel engine package available for personnel carriers. We manufacture proven, purpose-built longwall relocation, roadway maintenance & mobile underground generator equipment for the underground mining industry.

Hire Fleet

Wide range of machinery options available for longwall relocations and run-of-mine operations. Flexible short and long-term hire plans tailored to your specific project needs.

Overhauls

Comprehensive maintenance strategy for reliable and safe equipment performance.

Spare Parts

Dedicated team of experts committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)

We lead the industry with the cleanest & most efficient diesel engine package available for personnel carriers. We manufacture proven, purpose-built longwall relocation, roadway maintenance & mobile underground generator equipment for the underground mining industry.

Hire Fleet

Wide range of machinery options available for longwall relocations and run-of-mine operations. Flexible short and long-term hire plans tailored to your specific project needs.

Overhauls

Comprehensive maintenance strategy for reliable and safe equipment performance.

Spare Parts

Dedicated team of experts committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

Hire Flat

Overhauls

Spare Parts

About Us

An Australian Mining Growth Story

Established with two underground personnel carriers by Craig Barnett in 1999. Cougar Mining Equipment has grown to include 70+ machine assets & approx. 200 personnel. CME entered the manufacturing sector in 2018 with the acquisition of intellectual property and has expanded its presence to three Australian branch locations in close proximity to customers. Chad Dillinger started with Cougar in 2007 and now heads the board of directors as the Group Managing Director alongside Managing Director Jonathan Priddle.

70+

Hire Fleet Machines

25

Years in Business

60+

New Builds
Since 2020

Chad Dillinger

CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

Jonathan Priddle

DIRECTOR

Craig Barnett

CO-FOUNDER

Chad Dillinger

CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

Jonathan Priddle

DIRECTOR

Craig Barnett

CO-FOUNDER

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Explore our extensive range of spare parts for the underground coal industry. Get detailed information on pricing, availability, and lead times.

Our experienced team is ready to assist with machine troubleshooting for our OEM built product line and hire fleet machines.

Discover our comprehensive selection of high-quality underground support and Longwall relocation equipment available for purchase or hire. Alternatively, contact us here if you are looking to overhaul one of your existing assets.

Need one of our experienced field service personnel to visit your mine site or have a question about our personnel based at your site?

Have different inquiries or special requests related to our underground mining support services? Reach out to us for any other questions or needs you might have, and our team will be happy to assist you.

Mackay

32 Elvin Street, Paget QLD 4740

Phone :

(07) 4802 3520

Emerald

26794 Capricorn Highway, Emerald, QLD 4720

Phone :

(07) 4802 3520

Brisbane

Level 7, 200 Mary Street, Brisbane

Newcastle (Head Office)

12-14 Martin Drive Tomago, NSW 2322

Phone :

(02) 4028 0400