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ATTENTION Mining Equipment & Service Providers!(opens in new tab)
The mining companies are building supply chains. The investors are funding projects. The UK Mining Conference in Cornwall 2027 is bringing them together. Join us in Falmouth, Cornwall, the week commencing 14 June 2027 for a full…
What a day! Innovation, Intel & Industrialisation(opens in new tab)
On the eve of the UK Budget, the Critical Industry Society (CIS) and the Materials Handling Engineers Association (MHEA) came together for their first joint event - a Reception at the UK House of Lords, followed by an excellent…
Sixty years ago tonight, 116 children & 28 adults went to bed in the village of Aberfan, South Wales. It was to be their last night.(opens in new tab)
At 7.30 the next morning, Slag Heap No 7 was reported to have sunk by 20 feet. At 9.15, 110,000 cubic metres of spoil slid approximately 640 metres, destroying Pantglas Primary School, several cottages & a farm. By evening, 111 bodies…
It’s all about timing(opens in new tab)
As AI, data centres, EVs and renewable energy continue to expand, demand for critical minerals is growing at an extraordinary pace. Most people understand the importance of copper. Far fewer appreciate the role of tin. Yet without…

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Partnerships Made Stronger(opens in new tab)
This week, my colleague and I had the pleasure of attending BULKEX, the Materials Handling Engineers Association (MHEA) Conference & Exhibition. The keynote speaker, Jeremy Wrathall of Cornish Lithium Plc delivered an excellent…
The Only Way Is Up(opens in new tab)
Last week I attended the AGM of the Midland Institute of Mining Engineers in Doncaster. It was great to catch up with familiar faces, many of whom have dedicated their careers to the mining industry, while also welcoming some new…
UK Mining Conference in Cornwall 2027 Early Bird Now Open(opens in new tab)
You’ve heard it all before, so let’s skip the sales pitch & get straight to the facts & figures. 2027 Conference & Associated Events Five days, multiple events with 12-hours of non-stop activities on three days. From site visits to…
FOLLOW THE MONEY! It's time to plan your trip to CORNWALL. The UK Mining Conference in Cornwall Early Bird registration is open. Save £350.…(opens in new tab)
The THREE Es: Education, Experience & Exposure(opens in new tab)
Two years ago today, I handed in my notice on a safe job (with an organisation that had been operating for more than 100 years) and took the leap into self-employment. I left the organisation in excellent shape, having doubled its…
THREE WAYS TO GET NOTICED(opens in new tab)
Fresh thinking. New information. Real industry insight. At a meeting with one of the world’s largest mining companies, the UK Mining Conference in Cornwall was praised for the quality & freshness of its speaker presentations. That is…
What’s happening with lithium? Here are THREE things to know and THREE places to be!(opens in new tab)
THREE lithium stories have caught my eye: 1. New leadership at Albemarle Corporation The world’s largest lithium producer has appointed BHP’s Rag Udd as its new CEO from February 2027, as lithium continues to play a critical role in the…
Inspired by the next generation of geologists(opens in new tab)
I was delighted and honoured to attend the 59th Annual Conference of the Earth Science Teachers Association (ESTA) at the University of Leeds on Saturday. The room was full of intelligent, enthusiastic and passionate geologists, all…
Just Three Things(opens in new tab)
1. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, announces a US$1 trillion investment in Canada's mining sector over the next five years, strengthening the country's critical minerals security. 2. Mark Cutifani joins the board of Northern Star…
The perfect storm: copper, tin, AI, defence & critical minerals(opens in new tab)
Copper prices have surged to record highs (topping US$14,600 per tonne) as AI expansion, electrification and global trade tensions collide. The world is entering a new 'resources' era: • Copper powers everything from electric vehicles…
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Bridging the Investment Gap in Mining(opens in new tab)
The energy transition and critical minerals supply chain present a genuine and significant opportunity for the UK. But turning opportunity into production requires capital, patience and confidence. Speaking at the UKMC Investors'…
The future of mining is being shaped by electrification.(opens in new tab)
With the global market for electric mining equipment currently valued at around US$1.9 billion and forecast to reach US$5.3 billion over the next decade, OEMs are accelerating innovation through new technologies, expanded product…
Gold Leads the Market. People Lead the Industry(opens in new tab)
A very wise man once told me, "Gold leads the market." With gold rising by around 12% over the past month, that observation feels particularly relevant today. Investors, governments and central banks see gold as a trusted store of value…
Meet the Mining & Metals Investors(opens in new tab)
The global race for critical minerals creates opportunities across the mining and metals sectors. Investor confidence is growing, demonstrated by major backing from the National Wealth Fund, including £31 million for Cornish Lithium and…
ONE IN FOUR new cars sold in 2025 was an ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV)(opens in new tab)
• Global EV sales increased by 20%, exceeding 20 million vehicles • Europe recorded the strongest growth with EV sales rising over 30% & reaching 28% of total car sales, following stricter EU CO2 emissions standards • China, the largest…
As ICMM's Rohitesh Dhawan rightly says, one death in mining is one too many. While fatalities in ICMM member companies were fewer in 2025 than the…(opens in new tab)
As the demand for secure, sustainable energy grows, geothermal presents a significant opportunity that deserves greater attention.(opens in new tab)
The Geothermal Forum, part of the UK Mining Conference in Cornwall brings together industry experts, operators & investors to explore the practical realities and future potential of geothermal energy. Take a look! #Geothermal…
EARLY BIRD Registration is now open for the UK Mining Conference in Cornwall 2027.(opens in new tab)
Following the success of this year's programme, which brought together 600+ participants at 12 events from 21 countries, we're planning even more for next year. The UK Mining Conference brings together influential people from across the…

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