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Future Mining Conference 2024 Program

The conference program is subject to change at any time, at the discretion of the advisory committee.

All times listed below are in AEST (Sydney, Australia).


Monday, September 2, 2024

Stream 1
Stream 2
Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - I

Sponsored By


Ice-drilling and ground characterization on the moon for space mining
Hyu-Soung Shin, Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology (KICT)

Estimating the thickness of the Martian subsurface layer based on the fault pattern
Daisuke Asahina, UNSW

Real time assessment of water content in icy regolith by analysis of drilling data.
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Applicability of TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) for deep lunar subsurface exploration
Tae Young Ko, Kangwon National University

Cabeus Crater Lunar Volatiles and their effect on Human Exposure Limitations
Nick Barnett, Unsw

Multiphysics Modeling and Virtual Motion Simulation to Optimise Mining Systems in Extreme Conditions - Insights from Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover
Carlos Tapia, Dassault Systèmes
Session 2B - Sustainable Mining - I

Sponsored By


Reducing the environmental and economic cost of metal extraction by optimal blast design
Lee Julian, Orica

PMAP: Smart and Sustainable In-Situ Treatment of Mine Wastewater & Critical Metals Recovery Technology
Mohsen Barkh, PMAP Mine Water Corp

Deriving maximum value from Mineral Waste Streams
David (Dave) Osborne, Somerset International Australia Pty Ltd

R&D Roadmaps in Mining and Water Management: A Design-Led Approach to Driving Sustainability and Innovation
Sean Daykin, Isle Utilities

Opportunities for Rare Earth Element Recovery from Waste Streams
Karen Clode, Isle Utilities

Advancing Sustainability in Pumping Systems: A Comprehensive Methodology for Calculating, Monitoring and Minimising Power and Water Consumption
Alan Varghese, Metso
Session 2C - MIoT - I

Sponsored By


Enhancing the Fairness in LoRa-based Linear Wireless Mesh Networks
Yikun Li, UNSW

Application of Multi-Sensor and AI-Based Core Logging for a Reduction of Decision-Making Time within Mineral Exploration Field Projects
Ivan Luna Berbesi, DMT

Advancing SLAM in Underground Mines: A Unique Marker-Based Approach for Enhanced Navigation and Mapping
Pasindu Ranasinghe, UNSW

Enhancing dragline safety: a multi-layered proximity detection system
Ben Murphy, Coronado Global Resources

Ultra-Wide Band Based Collision Avoidance for Underground Mines
Binghao Li, UNSW, Sydney

A Practical Model for LoRa Propagation in Underground Mines
Nalith Udugampola, UNSW
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - II

Sponsored By


The challenges of producing high purity quartz
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

High Purity Alumina and Potash Produced From Feldspar
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Nathan Eastwood, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Aaron Murphy, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Iuliia Samsonova, Watson Farley & Williams Pty Ltd

Deep-Sea Mining Considerations And Environment Impact - An Overview
Mitchell Torok, University of New South Wales

Space Mining: Managing astronomical complexity
Kristina Markovic, Nova Systems

Investigating the Impact of Royalties on Commercial Lunar Ice Mining
Ben McKeown, UNSW
Session 3B - Sustainable Mining (cont.)


Toward the green mining: Utilization of tailings on gold recovery in thiosulfate system
Sanghee Jeon, Akita University

Legacy tailings dams: asset or liability? A case study on sub-aqueous tailings reclamation and retreatment
Marie Jones, Enable Advisory

Eco-Efficiency of ANFO and Bulk Emulsion Explosives Application in Indonesia Mining
Rudy Heryadi, Nusa Putra University/ PT Suma Yogara Sejahtera

The Hidden Path to Sustainable Mining: An Incentive for Transforming Scope 3 Emissions Across Industries
Nooshin Shahbazi, RPMGlobal
Session 3C - Technology Integration - I

Sponsored By


In DATA, We Trust – Navigating through the age of A.I. in the Mining Industry
Rajiv Chandramohan, AUSENCO

Virtual Mine Geologist - Who needs a real one when AI can do the job?
Steve Sullivan, Maptek

Discrete Vein Modelling - Geology driven resource estimation for vein hosted deposits
Michael Munro, GMEK

Digital Mapping for Rock Mass Discontinuities: Opportunities and Challenges
Alireza Fereshtenejad, GHD

Unlocking Value Chain Optimisation with a Digital Mining System
Nirman Sarkar, BHP

Annual Survey of Technological Transformation in the Mining and Minerals Exploration Industry 2023
Billy Haylock, PX4 Software
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Stream 1
Stream 2
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - I

Sponsored By


Ice-drilling and ground characterization on the moon for space mining
Hyu-Soung Shin, Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology (KICT)

Estimating the thickness of the Martian subsurface layer based on the fault pattern
Daisuke Asahina, UNSW

Real time assessment of water content in icy regolith by analysis of drilling data.
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Applicability of TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) for deep lunar subsurface exploration
Tae Young Ko, Kangwon National University

Cabeus Crater Lunar Volatiles and their effect on Human Exposure Limitations
Nick Barnett, Unsw

Multiphysics Modeling and Virtual Motion Simulation to Optimise Mining Systems in Extreme Conditions - Insights from Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover
Carlos Tapia, Dassault Systèmes
Session 2B - Sustainable Mining - I

Sponsored By


Reducing the environmental and economic cost of metal extraction by optimal blast design
Lee Julian, Orica

PMAP: Smart and Sustainable In-Situ Treatment of Mine Wastewater & Critical Metals Recovery Technology
Mohsen Barkh, PMAP Mine Water Corp

Deriving maximum value from Mineral Waste Streams
David (Dave) Osborne, Somerset International Australia Pty Ltd

R&D Roadmaps in Mining and Water Management: A Design-Led Approach to Driving Sustainability and Innovation
Sean Daykin, Isle Utilities

Opportunities for Rare Earth Element Recovery from Waste Streams
Karen Clode, Isle Utilities

Advancing Sustainability in Pumping Systems: A Comprehensive Methodology for Calculating, Monitoring and Minimising Power and Water Consumption
Alan Varghese, Metso
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - II

Sponsored By


The challenges of producing high purity quartz
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

High Purity Alumina and Potash Produced From Feldspar
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Nathan Eastwood, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Aaron Murphy, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Iuliia Samsonova, Watson Farley & Williams Pty Ltd

Deep-Sea Mining Considerations And Environment Impact - An Overview
Mitchell Torok, University of New South Wales

Space Mining: Managing astronomical complexity
Kristina Markovic, Nova Systems

Investigating the Impact of Royalties on Commercial Lunar Ice Mining
Ben McKeown, UNSW
Session 3B - Sustainable Mining (cont.)


Toward the green mining: Utilization of tailings on gold recovery in thiosulfate system
Sanghee Jeon, Akita University

Legacy tailings dams: asset or liability? A case study on sub-aqueous tailings reclamation and retreatment
Marie Jones, Enable Advisory

Eco-Efficiency of ANFO and Bulk Emulsion Explosives Application in Indonesia Mining
Rudy Heryadi, Nusa Putra University/ PT Suma Yogara Sejahtera

The Hidden Path to Sustainable Mining: An Incentive for Transforming Scope 3 Emissions Across Industries
Nooshin Shahbazi, RPMGlobal
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception

Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2C - MIoT - I

Sponsored By


Enhancing the Fairness in LoRa-based Linear Wireless Mesh Networks
Yikun Li, UNSW

Application of Multi-Sensor and AI-Based Core Logging for a Reduction of Decision-Making Time within Mineral Exploration Field Projects
Ivan Luna Berbesi, DMT

Advancing SLAM in Underground Mines: A Unique Marker-Based Approach for Enhanced Navigation and Mapping
Pasindu Ranasinghe, UNSW

Enhancing dragline safety: a multi-layered proximity detection system
Ben Murphy, Coronado Global Resources

Ultra-Wide Band Based Collision Avoidance for Underground Mines
Binghao Li, UNSW, Sydney

A Practical Model for LoRa Propagation in Underground Mines
Nalith Udugampola, UNSW
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3C - Technology Integration - I

Sponsored By


In DATA, We Trust – Navigating through the age of A.I. in the Mining Industry
Rajiv Chandramohan, AUSENCO

Virtual Mine Geologist - Who needs a real one when AI can do the job?
Steve Sullivan, Maptek

Discrete Vein Modelling - Geology driven resource estimation for vein hosted deposits
Michael Munro, GMEK

Digital Mapping for Rock Mass Discontinuities: Opportunities and Challenges
Alireza Fereshtenejad, GHD

Unlocking Value Chain Optimisation with a Digital Mining System
Nirman Sarkar, BHP

Annual Survey of Technological Transformation in the Mining and Minerals Exploration Industry 2023
Billy Haylock, PX4 Software
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception

Stream 1
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - I

Sponsored By


Ice-drilling and ground characterization on the moon for space mining
Hyu-Soung Shin, Korea Institute of Civil Engineering & Building Technology (KICT)

Estimating the thickness of the Martian subsurface layer based on the fault pattern
Daisuke Asahina, UNSW

Real time assessment of water content in icy regolith by analysis of drilling data.
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Applicability of TBM (Tunnel Boring Machine) for deep lunar subsurface exploration
Tae Young Ko, Kangwon National University

Cabeus Crater Lunar Volatiles and their effect on Human Exposure Limitations
Nick Barnett, Unsw

Multiphysics Modeling and Virtual Motion Simulation to Optimise Mining Systems in Extreme Conditions - Insights from Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) Curiosity Rover
Carlos Tapia, Dassault Systèmes
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3A - Mining in Extreme Environments & Unconventional Deposits - II

Sponsored By


The challenges of producing high purity quartz
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

High Purity Alumina and Potash Produced From Feldspar
Damian Connelly, METS Engineering Group

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Nathan Eastwood, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Aaron Murphy, Watson Farley And Williams Pty Ltd

Finding a Social License on the Deep Seabed: Risks and Mitigations for Exploitation Activities in the Absence of Exploitation Regulations under UNCLOS
Iuliia Samsonova, Watson Farley & Williams Pty Ltd

Deep-Sea Mining Considerations And Environment Impact - An Overview
Mitchell Torok, University of New South Wales

Space Mining: Managing astronomical complexity
Kristina Markovic, Nova Systems

Investigating the Impact of Royalties on Commercial Lunar Ice Mining
Ben McKeown, UNSW
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception

Stream 2
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2B - Sustainable Mining - I

Sponsored By


Reducing the environmental and economic cost of metal extraction by optimal blast design
Lee Julian, Orica

PMAP: Smart and Sustainable In-Situ Treatment of Mine Wastewater & Critical Metals Recovery Technology
Mohsen Barkh, PMAP Mine Water Corp

Deriving maximum value from Mineral Waste Streams
David (Dave) Osborne, Somerset International Australia Pty Ltd

R&D Roadmaps in Mining and Water Management: A Design-Led Approach to Driving Sustainability and Innovation
Sean Daykin, Isle Utilities

Opportunities for Rare Earth Element Recovery from Waste Streams
Karen Clode, Isle Utilities

Advancing Sustainability in Pumping Systems: A Comprehensive Methodology for Calculating, Monitoring and Minimising Power and Water Consumption
Alan Varghese, Metso
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3B - Sustainable Mining (cont.)


Toward the green mining: Utilization of tailings on gold recovery in thiosulfate system
Sanghee Jeon, Akita University

Legacy tailings dams: asset or liability? A case study on sub-aqueous tailings reclamation and retreatment
Marie Jones, Enable Advisory

Eco-Efficiency of ANFO and Bulk Emulsion Explosives Application in Indonesia Mining
Rudy Heryadi, Nusa Putra University/ PT Suma Yogara Sejahtera

The Hidden Path to Sustainable Mining: An Incentive for Transforming Scope 3 Emissions Across Industries
Nooshin Shahbazi, RPMGlobal
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception

Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:35 AM
Session 1: Plenary Session 1


Welcome to Country
Allan Murray,

Welcome from the Conference Chair
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Official Conference Opening
Stephen Durkin, AusIMM

Welcome from the UNSW
Attila Brungs, UNSW

Ministerial Address
Hon Courtney Houssos MLC, Minister for Domestic Manufacturing and Government Procurement and Minister for Natural Resources

Keynote Presentation | Innovate with Impact, without Boundaries
Maki Ikeda, BHP - Think & Act Differently

Keynote Presentation | Performance, participation and the possibility: A reimagined role for mining of the future
Danielle Martin, ICMM
10:35 AM - 11:05 AM
Morning Tea - Monday
Session 2
11:05 AM - 12:35 PM
Session 2C - MIoT - I

Sponsored By


Enhancing the Fairness in LoRa-based Linear Wireless Mesh Networks
Yikun Li, UNSW

Application of Multi-Sensor and AI-Based Core Logging for a Reduction of Decision-Making Time within Mineral Exploration Field Projects
Ivan Luna Berbesi, DMT

Advancing SLAM in Underground Mines: A Unique Marker-Based Approach for Enhanced Navigation and Mapping
Pasindu Ranasinghe, UNSW

Enhancing dragline safety: a multi-layered proximity detection system
Ben Murphy, Coronado Global Resources

Ultra-Wide Band Based Collision Avoidance for Underground Mines
Binghao Li, UNSW, Sydney

A Practical Model for LoRa Propagation in Underground Mines
Nalith Udugampola, UNSW
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
Lunch - Monday
Session 3
1:35 PM - 3:05 PM
Session 3C - Technology Integration - I

Sponsored By


In DATA, We Trust – Navigating through the age of A.I. in the Mining Industry
Rajiv Chandramohan, AUSENCO

Virtual Mine Geologist - Who needs a real one when AI can do the job?
Steve Sullivan, Maptek

Discrete Vein Modelling - Geology driven resource estimation for vein hosted deposits
Michael Munro, GMEK

Digital Mapping for Rock Mass Discontinuities: Opportunities and Challenges
Alireza Fereshtenejad, GHD

Unlocking Value Chain Optimisation with a Digital Mining System
Nirman Sarkar, BHP

Annual Survey of Technological Transformation in the Mining and Minerals Exploration Industry 2023
Billy Haylock, PX4 Software
3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Monday
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Session 4: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Prospectors on the Final Frontier: Understanding Resource Extraction in the Coming Space Age
Luke Sollitt, NASA

Keynote Presentation | Space & AI: Unifying The End-To-End Exploration Journey to Accelerate Discovery
Hemant Chaurasia, Fleet Space Technologies

Panel Discussion | The future ready mine, inspired by the space industry
Panel Details,

Day 1 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception


Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Stream 1
Stream 2
Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - I


A Day in the Life of a Mineworker in 2045
Jarrod Bassan, Hatch

Experiences from developing a road map to attractive, inclusive, and safe mining workplaces
Lena Abrahamsson, Luleå University of Technology

Systems thinking and its need in the workforce of tomorrow
Daniel Brown, Nova Systems

Effects of the green transition on miners' work, competencies and skills
Annika Pekkari, Luleå University of Technology

Beyond the manufacturing mindset: adapting workforce skills for the tech-driven mining industry
Yhana Lanwin, Sans Prejudice Solutions

Incorporating Controls and Automation into Mining Engineering Curriculum
Steven Schafrik, University of Kentucky
Session 6B - Data Visualisation


Hyperspectral Image Processing and Analysis for Exploration in the Mining Industry
Dheeraj Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)

Data augmentation for image-based rock fragment recognition using StyleGAN
Yudi Tang, The University of New South Wales

Enhancing Geoscience Model Confidence via Digital Twins: Integrated Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning Technologies
Min Liang, Dassault Systemes

Towards a Mining Metaverse: Spatial Computing Meets Digital Twins for Remote Operations
Juncong Qu, The University Of Queensland

Data-driven visualisation for the development of mining digital twin
Ruiyu Liang, UNSW

Advanced Visual Perception in Mining: Multimodal Fusion and Enhancement
Xu Chengpei, UNSW
Session 6C - Technology Integration - II

Sponsored By


Can robots break the bottle-neck in Drill&Blast in underground roadway development in hard rock?
Nikolaus August Sifferlinger, Montanuniversitaet Leoben

Robust Flexibility: A Methodology for Agile Systems Engineering in Mining
Zachary Tabor, Nova Systems

Application Study of UAV Technology in Tailings Pond Monitoring
Kun Wang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Unmanned aerial vehicle observation technology of coal mining-induced surface movement and fissures
Xuebin Gu, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Integrated monitoring network and numerical simulation for a deep slope open-pit mine
Lily Li, Dalian University of Technology
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - II


Are we there yet? Where the minerals industry is at, and where we are going, on gender diversity, equity and inclusion
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory

Empowering Mining Communities: The Importance of Local Business Hubs for Skills Development
Liz Mackinlay, Australian Business Volunteers

Future skills and workforce evolution: Training and skills development for Mining Operation Engineer and D&B Engineer in Surface Mineral Mine PT IMK
Heru Utama, PT Indo Muro Kencana

Ten conditions that will change the work of managers in Mining 4.0
Jan Johansson, Luleå University of Technology

CEECing the Gaps in the Intersection of Water, Tailings and Other Emissions via the CEEC Global Water Initiative
Sarah Boucaut, CEEC International

Perspectives and initiatives for the future of mining
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
Session 7B - AI


A Deep Learning Based Approach for Roof Bolt Recognition in 3D Point Cloud of Underground Mines
Dibyayan Patra, University of New South Wales, Sydney

Using Machine Learning to make smarter screening media maintenance decisions
Matt Cutbush, Sandvik Rock Processing

Predictive Spatial Modeling of Rock Mechanical Properties using Machine Learning Techniques
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Machine learning integration of hyperspectral and geophysical data for improved exploration targeting and OBK
Rian Dutch, Datarock

Lithology Classification through Machine Learning Models: Assessing and Enhancing the Generalizability of Single Boreholes in Northwestern Bowen Basin, Australia
Zexin Yu, University of New South Wales

Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based predicting influence of technological innovation on stock price of iron ore mining companies
Pilot Mugebe, University of Queensland

Practical Applications of Large Language Models in Mining
Brad Gyngell, Hevi
Session 7C - Technology Integration - III


Radar guided blasthole drilling improves product recovery.
Wayne Stasinowsky, CSIRO

Subtek 4D™: Optimised blasting performance through the application of new underground bulk explosive technology.
Sam Evans, Orica

Numerical simulation of electric pulse rock-breaking considering non-uniform distribution of rock mineral crystals
Xinhui Guo, Liaoning University

Innovative Approaches to Dust Pollution Management in Mining Operations A Comprehensive Image-Based Identification and Evaluation System
Jiangjiang Yin, Central South University

Applications of Multi-modal Human Activity Recognition to Enhance Worker Safety in Underground Mines
Jingcheng Li, University of New South Wales

Increasing Production Systems Availability through Remote Support Discipline
Sharna Glover, Imvelo
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner
Stream 1
Stream 2
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - I


A Day in the Life of a Mineworker in 2045
Jarrod Bassan, Hatch

Experiences from developing a road map to attractive, inclusive, and safe mining workplaces
Lena Abrahamsson, Luleå University of Technology

Systems thinking and its need in the workforce of tomorrow
Daniel Brown, Nova Systems

Effects of the green transition on miners' work, competencies and skills
Annika Pekkari, Luleå University of Technology

Beyond the manufacturing mindset: adapting workforce skills for the tech-driven mining industry
Yhana Lanwin, Sans Prejudice Solutions

Incorporating Controls and Automation into Mining Engineering Curriculum
Steven Schafrik, University of Kentucky
Session 6B - Data Visualisation


Hyperspectral Image Processing and Analysis for Exploration in the Mining Industry
Dheeraj Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)

Data augmentation for image-based rock fragment recognition using StyleGAN
Yudi Tang, The University of New South Wales

Enhancing Geoscience Model Confidence via Digital Twins: Integrated Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning Technologies
Min Liang, Dassault Systemes

Towards a Mining Metaverse: Spatial Computing Meets Digital Twins for Remote Operations
Juncong Qu, The University Of Queensland

Data-driven visualisation for the development of mining digital twin
Ruiyu Liang, UNSW

Advanced Visual Perception in Mining: Multimodal Fusion and Enhancement
Xu Chengpei, UNSW
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - II


Are we there yet? Where the minerals industry is at, and where we are going, on gender diversity, equity and inclusion
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory

Empowering Mining Communities: The Importance of Local Business Hubs for Skills Development
Liz Mackinlay, Australian Business Volunteers

Future skills and workforce evolution: Training and skills development for Mining Operation Engineer and D&B Engineer in Surface Mineral Mine PT IMK
Heru Utama, PT Indo Muro Kencana

Ten conditions that will change the work of managers in Mining 4.0
Jan Johansson, Luleå University of Technology

CEECing the Gaps in the Intersection of Water, Tailings and Other Emissions via the CEEC Global Water Initiative
Sarah Boucaut, CEEC International

Perspectives and initiatives for the future of mining
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
Session 7B - AI


A Deep Learning Based Approach for Roof Bolt Recognition in 3D Point Cloud of Underground Mines
Dibyayan Patra, University of New South Wales, Sydney

Using Machine Learning to make smarter screening media maintenance decisions
Matt Cutbush, Sandvik Rock Processing

Predictive Spatial Modeling of Rock Mechanical Properties using Machine Learning Techniques
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Machine learning integration of hyperspectral and geophysical data for improved exploration targeting and OBK
Rian Dutch, Datarock

Lithology Classification through Machine Learning Models: Assessing and Enhancing the Generalizability of Single Boreholes in Northwestern Bowen Basin, Australia
Zexin Yu, University of New South Wales

Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based predicting influence of technological innovation on stock price of iron ore mining companies
Pilot Mugebe, University of Queensland

Practical Applications of Large Language Models in Mining
Brad Gyngell, Hevi
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner

Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6C - Technology Integration - II

Sponsored By


Can robots break the bottle-neck in Drill&Blast in underground roadway development in hard rock?
Nikolaus August Sifferlinger, Montanuniversitaet Leoben

Robust Flexibility: A Methodology for Agile Systems Engineering in Mining
Zachary Tabor, Nova Systems

Application Study of UAV Technology in Tailings Pond Monitoring
Kun Wang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Unmanned aerial vehicle observation technology of coal mining-induced surface movement and fissures
Xuebin Gu, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Integrated monitoring network and numerical simulation for a deep slope open-pit mine
Lily Li, Dalian University of Technology
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7C - Technology Integration - III


Radar guided blasthole drilling improves product recovery.
Wayne Stasinowsky, CSIRO

Subtek 4D™: Optimised blasting performance through the application of new underground bulk explosive technology.
Sam Evans, Orica

Numerical simulation of electric pulse rock-breaking considering non-uniform distribution of rock mineral crystals
Xinhui Guo, Liaoning University

Innovative Approaches to Dust Pollution Management in Mining Operations A Comprehensive Image-Based Identification and Evaluation System
Jiangjiang Yin, Central South University

Applications of Multi-modal Human Activity Recognition to Enhance Worker Safety in Underground Mines
Jingcheng Li, University of New South Wales

Increasing Production Systems Availability through Remote Support Discipline
Sharna Glover, Imvelo
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner

Stream 1
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - I


A Day in the Life of a Mineworker in 2045
Jarrod Bassan, Hatch

Experiences from developing a road map to attractive, inclusive, and safe mining workplaces
Lena Abrahamsson, Luleå University of Technology

Systems thinking and its need in the workforce of tomorrow
Daniel Brown, Nova Systems

Effects of the green transition on miners' work, competencies and skills
Annika Pekkari, Luleå University of Technology

Beyond the manufacturing mindset: adapting workforce skills for the tech-driven mining industry
Yhana Lanwin, Sans Prejudice Solutions

Incorporating Controls and Automation into Mining Engineering Curriculum
Steven Schafrik, University of Kentucky
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7A - Future Skills and Workforce Evolution - II


Are we there yet? Where the minerals industry is at, and where we are going, on gender diversity, equity and inclusion
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory

Empowering Mining Communities: The Importance of Local Business Hubs for Skills Development
Liz Mackinlay, Australian Business Volunteers

Future skills and workforce evolution: Training and skills development for Mining Operation Engineer and D&B Engineer in Surface Mineral Mine PT IMK
Heru Utama, PT Indo Muro Kencana

Ten conditions that will change the work of managers in Mining 4.0
Jan Johansson, Luleå University of Technology

CEECing the Gaps in the Intersection of Water, Tailings and Other Emissions via the CEEC Global Water Initiative
Sarah Boucaut, CEEC International

Perspectives and initiatives for the future of mining
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner

Stream 2
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6B - Data Visualisation


Hyperspectral Image Processing and Analysis for Exploration in the Mining Industry
Dheeraj Kumar, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)

Data augmentation for image-based rock fragment recognition using StyleGAN
Yudi Tang, The University of New South Wales

Enhancing Geoscience Model Confidence via Digital Twins: Integrated Modelling, Simulation, and Machine Learning Technologies
Min Liang, Dassault Systemes

Towards a Mining Metaverse: Spatial Computing Meets Digital Twins for Remote Operations
Juncong Qu, The University Of Queensland

Data-driven visualisation for the development of mining digital twin
Ruiyu Liang, UNSW

Advanced Visual Perception in Mining: Multimodal Fusion and Enhancement
Xu Chengpei, UNSW
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7B - AI


A Deep Learning Based Approach for Roof Bolt Recognition in 3D Point Cloud of Underground Mines
Dibyayan Patra, University of New South Wales, Sydney

Using Machine Learning to make smarter screening media maintenance decisions
Matt Cutbush, Sandvik Rock Processing

Predictive Spatial Modeling of Rock Mechanical Properties using Machine Learning Techniques
Murat Karakus, The University of Adelaide

Machine learning integration of hyperspectral and geophysical data for improved exploration targeting and OBK
Rian Dutch, Datarock

Lithology Classification through Machine Learning Models: Assessing and Enhancing the Generalizability of Single Boreholes in Northwestern Bowen Basin, Australia
Zexin Yu, University of New South Wales

Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based predicting influence of technological innovation on stock price of iron ore mining companies
Pilot Mugebe, University of Queensland

Practical Applications of Large Language Models in Mining
Brad Gyngell, Hevi
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner

Stream 3
8:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 5: Plenary


Day 2 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Future Engineering Skills
Julien Epps, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Future Skills
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Morning Tea - Tuesday
Session 6
10:50 AM - 12:20 PM
Session 6C - Technology Integration - II

Sponsored By


Can robots break the bottle-neck in Drill&Blast in underground roadway development in hard rock?
Nikolaus August Sifferlinger, Montanuniversitaet Leoben

Robust Flexibility: A Methodology for Agile Systems Engineering in Mining
Zachary Tabor, Nova Systems

Application Study of UAV Technology in Tailings Pond Monitoring
Kun Wang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Unmanned aerial vehicle observation technology of coal mining-induced surface movement and fissures
Xuebin Gu, Shandong University of Science and Technology

Integrated monitoring network and numerical simulation for a deep slope open-pit mine
Lily Li, Dalian University of Technology
12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Lunch - Tuesday
Session 7
1:20 PM - 2:50 PM
Session 7C - Technology Integration - III


Radar guided blasthole drilling improves product recovery.
Wayne Stasinowsky, CSIRO

Subtek 4D™: Optimised blasting performance through the application of new underground bulk explosive technology.
Sam Evans, Orica

Numerical simulation of electric pulse rock-breaking considering non-uniform distribution of rock mineral crystals
Xinhui Guo, Liaoning University

Innovative Approaches to Dust Pollution Management in Mining Operations A Comprehensive Image-Based Identification and Evaluation System
Jiangjiang Yin, Central South University

Applications of Multi-modal Human Activity Recognition to Enhance Worker Safety in Underground Mines
Jingcheng Li, University of New South Wales

Increasing Production Systems Availability through Remote Support Discipline
Sharna Glover, Imvelo
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Afternoon Tea - Tuesday
3:20 PM - 5:15 PM
Session 8: Plenary


Keynote Presentation | Transforming the Resources Industry: Accelerating the Journey of DI2
Rajkumar Mathiravedu, Orica Digital Solutions

Panel Discussion | Quantum Technologies
Panel Details,

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
6:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Conference Dinner


Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Stream 1
Stream 2
Stream 3
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10A - Sustainable Mining - III


Blue Mining, a holistic approach that integrates circular economy
Oliver Langefeld, TU Clausthal

Social responsibility solutions provided by WebGen™ wireless initiation system in open cut mines
Geoff Stevenson, Orica

Australia’s Hydrogen Export in the form of Embedded Mineral Derivatives
Gabi Burge, UNSW

Mining 4.0 Initiatives – A Pathway to a Smarter Mining Fleet
Karthik Rau, Senzit, Inc.

Tactical Medical Mining Rescue - a new and validated approach to close the gap of lacking advanced emergency treatment in the mining industry
Helmut Mischo, TUBAF TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Session 10B - Technology Integration - IV

Sponsored By


Application and prospects of 3D printing in physical experiments of rock mass mechanics and engineering
Lishuai Jiang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

An Assessment of Battery Trolley systems’ Performance in Surface Mines
Haiming Bao, The University Of Queensland

Structural Analysis and Modelling in an Evolving Mineral Resources Operation
Akash Jani, Rio Tinto

Unlocking mine productivity by changing-the-equation on the where, what and when of orebody characterisation
Peter Leckie, Orica

Automated Characterisation of the Dump Materials
Sureka Thiruchittampalam, UNSW Sydney

Key technology indicators that will influence mining method selection for future mines
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
Session 10C - MIoT - II


Navigating underground with 3D Laser Doppler Velocimetry
Lyle Roberts, Advanced Navigation

An Autonomous IIoT-based Monitoring Systems for Intelligent Rock Bolts in Underground Mines
Philipp Hartlieb, Montanuniverstaet Leoben

The RockDataAcademy: a new open-access knowledge base covering the ins and outs of using sensors to scan ores
Marinus Dalm, RockDataWorks

Vibration energy harvesting for self-powered sensors at mine sites
Huili Zhang, UNSW

Predictive maintenance of tunneling machines by multi-variate time series prediction
Ni Weijian, Shandong University of Science and Technology

A New Insight into Standardisation of Mine IoT
Armin Shirbazo, UNSW
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW
Stream 1
Stream 2
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10A - Sustainable Mining - III


Blue Mining, a holistic approach that integrates circular economy
Oliver Langefeld, TU Clausthal

Social responsibility solutions provided by WebGen™ wireless initiation system in open cut mines
Geoff Stevenson, Orica

Australia’s Hydrogen Export in the form of Embedded Mineral Derivatives
Gabi Burge, UNSW

Mining 4.0 Initiatives – A Pathway to a Smarter Mining Fleet
Karthik Rau, Senzit, Inc.

Tactical Medical Mining Rescue - a new and validated approach to close the gap of lacking advanced emergency treatment in the mining industry
Helmut Mischo, TUBAF TU Bergakademie Freiberg
Session 10B - Technology Integration - IV

Sponsored By


Application and prospects of 3D printing in physical experiments of rock mass mechanics and engineering
Lishuai Jiang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

An Assessment of Battery Trolley systems’ Performance in Surface Mines
Haiming Bao, The University Of Queensland

Structural Analysis and Modelling in an Evolving Mineral Resources Operation
Akash Jani, Rio Tinto

Unlocking mine productivity by changing-the-equation on the where, what and when of orebody characterisation
Peter Leckie, Orica

Automated Characterisation of the Dump Materials
Sureka Thiruchittampalam, UNSW Sydney

Key technology indicators that will influence mining method selection for future mines
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Stream 3
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10C - MIoT - II


Navigating underground with 3D Laser Doppler Velocimetry
Lyle Roberts, Advanced Navigation

An Autonomous IIoT-based Monitoring Systems for Intelligent Rock Bolts in Underground Mines
Philipp Hartlieb, Montanuniverstaet Leoben

The RockDataAcademy: a new open-access knowledge base covering the ins and outs of using sensors to scan ores
Marinus Dalm, RockDataWorks

Vibration energy harvesting for self-powered sensors at mine sites
Huili Zhang, UNSW

Predictive maintenance of tunneling machines by multi-variate time series prediction
Ni Weijian, Shandong University of Science and Technology

A New Insight into Standardisation of Mine IoT
Armin Shirbazo, UNSW
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Stream 1
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10A - Sustainable Mining - III


Blue Mining, a holistic approach that integrates circular economy
Oliver Langefeld, TU Clausthal

Social responsibility solutions provided by WebGen™ wireless initiation system in open cut mines
Geoff Stevenson, Orica

Australia’s Hydrogen Export in the form of Embedded Mineral Derivatives
Gabi Burge, UNSW

Mining 4.0 Initiatives – A Pathway to a Smarter Mining Fleet
Karthik Rau, Senzit, Inc.

Tactical Medical Mining Rescue - a new and validated approach to close the gap of lacking advanced emergency treatment in the mining industry
Helmut Mischo, TUBAF TU Bergakademie Freiberg
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Stream 2
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10B - Technology Integration - IV

Sponsored By


Application and prospects of 3D printing in physical experiments of rock mass mechanics and engineering
Lishuai Jiang, Shandong University of Science and Technology

An Assessment of Battery Trolley systems’ Performance in Surface Mines
Haiming Bao, The University Of Queensland

Structural Analysis and Modelling in an Evolving Mineral Resources Operation
Akash Jani, Rio Tinto

Unlocking mine productivity by changing-the-equation on the where, what and when of orebody characterisation
Peter Leckie, Orica

Automated Characterisation of the Dump Materials
Sureka Thiruchittampalam, UNSW Sydney

Key technology indicators that will influence mining method selection for future mines
Sandra Nowosad, TU Clausthal
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Stream 3
9:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Session 9: Plenary


Day 3 Welcome and Opening Remarks
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW

Keynote Presentation | Institute of Industrial Decarbonisation
David Eyre, UNSW

Panel Discussion | Decarbonising the minerals value chain - Economic and Technological Factors
Panel Details,
10:20 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Tea - Wednesday
Session 10
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 10C - MIoT - II


Navigating underground with 3D Laser Doppler Velocimetry
Lyle Roberts, Advanced Navigation

An Autonomous IIoT-based Monitoring Systems for Intelligent Rock Bolts in Underground Mines
Philipp Hartlieb, Montanuniverstaet Leoben

The RockDataAcademy: a new open-access knowledge base covering the ins and outs of using sensors to scan ores
Marinus Dalm, RockDataWorks

Vibration energy harvesting for self-powered sensors at mine sites
Huili Zhang, UNSW

Predictive maintenance of tunneling machines by multi-variate time series prediction
Ni Weijian, Shandong University of Science and Technology

A New Insight into Standardisation of Mine IoT
Armin Shirbazo, UNSW
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Lunch - Wednesday
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Session 11 - Emission Reduction & Low Carbon Economy

Sponsored By


China’s vehicle decarbonization and critical battery mineral demand towards carbon neutrality
Tianduo Peng, Tsinghua University

Coal Mine Methane Emission Estimates - An Evolving Understanding
Simit Raval, University of New South Wales

Lifecycle GHG Emission Considerations in Overland Conveyor Design
Tom Hicks, Bechtel

Catalysing lower-carbon mining supply in Australia
Meredith Read, Orica

Getting it right from the beginning – ESG in Mineral Exploration
Lucy McClean, Forelight Advisory
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tea - Wednesday
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Session 12: Panel Discussion and Closing


Panel Discussion | Future Mining and ESG Risks
Panel Details,

Day 3 and Conference Close
Serkan Saydam, School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, UNSW


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