Richard Kraemer is the Haulage Electrification Solutions Manager at Liebherr Mining, where he is involved with the development and deployment of electrification strategies for large-scale haulage applications. With seven years at Liebherr and a strong background in mining engineering, Richard has extensive expertise in production optimization, material handling, and supporting Liebherr’s global sales efforts with tailored technical solutions. Prior to his role at Liebherr, Richard worked in mining operations, where he managed complex production processes and implemented capital projects for surface mining. His hands-on experience, combined with his proficiency in fleet performance simulation and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis, positions him as a key resource for advancing decarbonization initiatives in the industry. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Mining and Mineral Engineering from Virginia Tech.