Special reports

Discover Brisbane’s leadership in energy, resources, and innovation, showcasing world-class research, sustainable advancements, and its role as a premier destination for global business events.

The rare earths market poses both challenges and opportunities. Ramon Barua, Aclara Resources, outlines how, in 2025, investors and industry leaders need to consider the complex interplay of demand growth, geopolitical possibilities, and technological advancements.

Artem Malkov and Ilya Epikhin, Arthur D. Little, outline how mining companies can balance the requirement to become more sustainable while increasing production to power the green transition.

Tudor Whiteley, Ironfin, discusses how 3D visualisation can transform mining communication by fostering trust, enhancing community engagement, and simplifying complex plans through photorealistic models.

MINEXCHANGE’s 2025 Keynote programme is set to showcase fascinating applications of technology, including AI, in revolutionising traditional practices and enhancing efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

John Essegbey, Cummins, evaluates the practical next step solutions that can help mining operators move forward in the energy transition.

Todd Cotts, Intelsat, outlines how multi-orbit satellite connectivity can accelerate digitalisation and optimise performance in the mining industry.

Phillip Rosenstern and Michael Boehm, Komatsu, debunk the pervasive myths surrounding the adoption of electrification in mining operations.

Dr. Uwe König, Global Mining Segment Manager at Malvern Panalytical, reviews 2024 and discusses strategies to meet 2025 investor and consumer expectations.

Erik Vlot, Weir, the Netherlands, describes why collaboration is important when tackling the challenges of tailings management.

Sophie Clayton, Orica Digital Solutions, celebrates the 35th anniversary of Orica’s key blasting application, providing insight into innovative advancements in blasting technology.

Ruediger Schroedter, Global Lead for the Mining Industry Business Unit at SAP, provides suggestions for using AI to ensure tailings facilities are as safe as possible.

Max Luedtke, ABB, Switzerland, explains how connected engineering innovations such as truck electrification, gearless conveyor drives, and ventilation on demand are helping mine operators balance productivity with sustainability as they transition to the all-electric mines of the future.

Yash Thakker, Searce, discusses how cloud and AI-driven supply chain optimisation can help the mining industry tackle logistical, market, and governance challenges.

Luiz Sampaio, TotalEnergies Lubrifiants, France, highlights the critical role of lubricants in reducing the ecological footprint of mining activities.