IMARC 2023: Exploring the Relationship Between Indigenous Peoples and the Mining Industry
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 16, 2023) - ]The global mining industry is at a critical juncture in its engagement with First Nations communities, with progress on economic participation and employment being tempered by ongoing challenges around cultural heritage and land use.The destruction of Indigenous heritage sites in the western Pilbara in 2020, which attracted world headlines, has brought the relationship between mining leaders and traditional landowners into sharp focus....
2023-10-16 9:02 PM EDT
Global Leaders Gather in Sydney to Power the Global Energy Transition
Melbourne, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 16, 2023) - The world's mining and resource leaders are heading to Sydney for the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) from 31 October - 2 November in what has become a "Grand Slam" event of the industry, globally.IMARC Chief Operating Officer Anita Richards said this year's event was looking to be the largest ever, with over 520 speakers from global giants such as, BHP, Fortescue, MMG, Gold Fields, Wesfarmers, Worley, Perenti,...
2023-10-16 8:46 PM EDT
Sydney Announced as Host of IMARC 2023
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 4, 2022) - Sydney has been confirmed as the host of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2023, following the success of this year's event at the International Convention Centre. IMARC is one of the biggest business events in Australia and one of the most significant mining and resources events globally, bringing together more than 7500 delegates from 110 countries to collaborate on trends in mining, investment, and innovation...
2022-11-04 4:49 AM EDT
That's a Wrap: IMARC Continues to Set the Agenda, as Sydney Confirmed as Host for 2023
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 4, 2022) - International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2022 has wrapped up in Sydney, with nearly 8000 delegates, from more than 110 countries hearing from over 500 speakers over three massive days.The marquee event for the Australasian mining and resources sector was the biggest IMARC yet, with record delegates, speakers, exhibitors and sponsors and a 20% bigger footprint. Now firmly established as a truly global event, IMARC 2022...
2022-11-04 3:35 AM EDT
Mining Industry Tackles Workplace Culture Head On
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 4, 2022) - There has been keen focus on workplace culture and diversity on the final day of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC). Throughout the conference, mining leaders have acknowledged that if the industry does not act now to fix and change the culture, they will not be able to attract the staff required for the new resources boom.Chief People Office at IGO, Sam Retallack told the conference "we as industry have broken...
2022-11-04 3:25 AM EDT
First Nations Engagement is Vital to Indigenous Businesses and a Successful Mining Supply Chain
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 3, 2022) - First Nations delegates are playing a key role at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) at the ICC Sydney this week. With 80% of future resources on Indigenous land or that of land-connected people, it's pivotal First Nations communities are included in the conversations and collaborations about the future of the sector.Setting the tone for the focus on this inclusion, Florence Drummond, the CEO of Indigenous Women...
2022-11-03 3:58 AM EDT
Accelerating Decarbonisation and Energy Transition Amid Rising Costs
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 3, 2022) - The second day of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) has put a spotlight on the industry's response to ESG and energy transition.The keynote address was a panel discussion focusing on energy transition and decarbonisation. The panel was made up of global heavyweights from the energy, mining, infrastructure, and digital sector.Setting the scene, David Solsky, Vice President Sustainability Software Solutions at IBM...
2022-11-03 1:59 AM EDT
Resources Minister Addresses IMARC on Australia's Role in Global Energy Transition
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 2, 2022) - The Australian Minister for Resources Madeleine King says Australia has "an unmissable opportunity and a remarkable responsibility" to help lead the global transition to a decarbonised future.Addressing the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney today, Minister King said mining was fundamental to the energy transition. She said Australia's leadership was critical in helping drive change, while at the same...
2022-11-02 11:55 PM EDT
Mining Sector to Lead the Transition to Green Energy
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 2, 2022) - The transition to a green energy future has been a key focus on the first day of International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC).A key challenge facing the transition is the lack of available critical minerals to help build green technologies.Newcrest Mining Chief Financial Officer, Sherry Duhe told the opening session of IMARC that critical mineral demand is going to increase by 300% by 2040."As we become less of the problem we...
2022-11-02 3:17 AM EDT
BHP Calls for Radical Transparency Within The Mining Industry
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 2, 2022) - James Agar, BHP's Group Procurement Officer has called for systematic collaboration and radical transparency within the mining sector when he addressed the main session at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) this morning.Mr Agar said the industry needs to reflect on the experience of COVID-19 and use it to strengthen the industry's resilience from supply chain constraints. "As a result of COVID, global demand...
2022-11-02 3:10 AM EDT
Former NZ PM Calls for Greater Transparency in Mining
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 2, 2022) - Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark has delivered the keynote address on the opening day of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC). Ms. Clarke highlighted the need for greater global transparency within the mining and extractive industry as the world transitions to renewable and greener forms of energy.Given the rising cost of electricity globally, Ms. Clarke warned that the risks of getting the transition...
2022-11-02 1:36 AM EDT
Collaborating on Trends In Mining, Investment and Innovation Towards a Sustainable Future
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 31, 2022) - Tomorrow global leaders will collaborate on trends in mining, investment, and innovation towards a sustainable future at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) at the ICC Sydney.The most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the sector's entire value chain will be explored during the three-day forum with leading experts in their fields sharing their valuable knowledge, experiences, and insights with a record...
2022-10-31 9:04 PM EDT
IMARC to Bolster International Ties in Mining and Resources
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 31, 2022) - The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is attracting global leaders from across the industry where they will have the opportunity to learn from each other and collaborate on trends in mining, investment and innovation towards a sustainable future. The most significant in-person meeting for the sector in three years will gather Australian and international mining and resources representatives to address global issues...
2022-10-31 10:17 AM EDT
How Critical Mineral Mining Can Herald a Greener Future
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 30, 2022) - The global demand for critical and future-facing minerals is set to usher Australia into a new resources boom. There are currently hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of key minerals such as nickel, lithium, cobalt and manganese scattered across Australia. These resources will help transition the global economy away from fossil fuels and help foster the transition across to renewable energy technologies. This will be among the key...
2022-10-30 9:31 PM EDT
Lives at Stake: Cyber Security a Global Threat for Mining Giants
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 24, 2022) - Lives could soon be at stake if the mining industry doesn't make cyber security a business priority and safeguard against increasingly sophisticated attacks, according to experts in the field.With the sector's growing reliance on technology across the entire value chain, cyber security is a key issue that will be discussed at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) at the Sydney ICC next week.In the past there has been...
2022-10-24 9:45 PM EDT
IMARC to Put the Spotlight on Indigenous Participation in Mining
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 14, 2022) - The 2022 International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is putting the spotlight on Indigenous participation within the sector through multiple partnerships, opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander industry leaders, and a panel discussion dedicated to First Nations people working in the field at the ICC Sydney 2-4 November.Several influential leaders will discuss the importance of Indigenous participation across...
2022-10-14 3:30 AM EDT
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark to Speak at IMARC in Sydney in November
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 12, 2022) - Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark has announced she will attend the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney November 2-4.In her role as Chair of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI), Ms. Clark will speak at the conference, emphasising the critical nature of transparency and good governance as demand for critical minerals accelerates.She also hopes to use this visit to secure...
2022-10-12 1:10 AM EDT
IMARC 2022 Tackles the Sector's Gender Divide
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 5, 2022) - Closing the gender gap in mining is not only a matter of equity, it also makes business sense, according to five Australian experts who will be addressing the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney in November.As a whole, the mining industry is trying to address the under-representation of women in mining. Statistics highlighted by WIMnet (Women in Mining) NSW shows that women only make up less than 20% of the...
2022-10-05 11:00 PM EDT
Mine Closures Creating New Regional Opportunities
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 3, 2022) - Experts from environmental, economic, and social-science backgrounds are converging in Sydney this November at the International Mining and Resources Conference & Expo (IMARC) to discuss opportunities created by the rehabilitation and repurposing of out-of-use mine sites. Due to necessary land disturbances, most mine sites cannot be returned to their natural state so we must look at how to repurpose them to create long-term economic...
2022-10-03 10:30 PM EDT
Australian Mining to Prosper Despite Enormous Global Challenges
Sydney, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 3, 2022) - Sustainability, supply chain and geopolitical issues are making Australia an even more attractive proposition for investment in the mining and resources sector according to financial experts and investors who look forward to discussing the impact of these interwoven challenges at the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Sydney this November. A major focus for investors right now is the mass-decarbonisation across the...
2022-10-03 7:30 AM EDT