Special reports

Pablo Manfredi, Austin Powder, considers the transition of blasting services at Veladero Mine in Argentina.

Angie Vlasaty-Peterson, Director of Marketing and Communications at Komatsu Global Mining, USA, outlines how a people-first approach to automation will continue to transform mining for the better.

David Tait, CEO of the World Gold Council, explains how we can reshape the global gold ecosystem to ensure regulated and sustainable ASGM practices.

Perth is about to host the next decade of mining innovation, as global industry leaders, technology pioneers, and the sector’s biggest operators gather for the WA Mining Conference & Exhibition.

Chris Schmelzer, Director of Conveyor Products at Martin Engineering, discusses the importance of conveyor belt cleaning and maintenance for optimal performance and longer component life.

Discover how backstopping clutches play a critical role in your operation’s safety.

Doris Hiam-Galvez PhD, Programme Chair WMC 2026, comments on the role of South America, and especially Peru, in meeting the demand for critical minerals in the context of the global energy transition.

Jane Marsh explores how reclaimed mining land can be transformed into thriving agricultural hubs that drive economic growth, environmental restoration, and stronger communities.

As industrial data grows in complexity and scale, traditional methods of managing information, focused on storage and basic organisation, are no longer enough.

Dr Vere Ross Gillespie, Senior Aquatic Ecologist and Mining Sector Lead at NatureMetrics, details why habitat insights and species-level data are the key to nature-positive mining.

In October 2025, 60 amateur runners from across the globe will take part in a world first: a full marathon 1120 m below sea level, hosted in Boliden’s Garpenberg zinc mine in Sweden.

Juliana Bruwer, SAP, discusses how batch-level tracking and advanced digital tools are becoming essential for iron ore producers to meet regulations, cut emissions, and stay competitive.

Anoop Suvarna, Pall Corporation, highlights how innovative direct lithium extraction methods from brine are offering faster, more sustainable solutions for meeting global demand.

Cummins shines a spotlight on the women playing a critical role in shaping the future of mining, as the industry embraces advanced technologies and a stronger focus on sustainability.

Shaun Mitchell, CEO of MaxMine, explores how Agentic AI can play a transformational role in the future of mining.