Ian Gray has dealt with geomechanics in the civil, mining and petroleum environment over the last 44 years. His experience includes slopes in Hong Kong, metro tunnels, hydro schemes, gassy coal mines the world over, unconventional petroleum reservoirs, foundations and drilling systems. Since 1994 he has been the managing director of Sigra Pty Ltd a Brisbane based company that specialises in measurement of all parameters related to the ground. To do this Sigra has developed numerous field and laboratory equipment and techniques. Sigra is also involved in design of structures in the ground.

Dr. Behrooz Abbasi is an Assistant Professor of Mining Engineering at University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) with expertise in geomechanics and numerical analysis.

Jessica is a technical expert in the field of InSAR with a Masters of Science specializing in the analysis and interpretation of satellite data. She has 8 years’ experience in the field of InSAR and currently oversees business development within Australia and New Zealand for TRE Altamira.

Trephon is a Principal Mining Consultant with complementary technical and business qualifications. From grassroots, Trephon has been involved in geotechnical and mine planning support for mines both in Australia and abroad. Over the last 20 years Trephon has delved into operations support, project evaluations and project development. Trephon has specific interests in Mine Planning, Geotechnical Engineering and Mineral Economics. Trephon now provides a diverse range in advice extending from day-to-day operations to corporate advisory services.