Speaker Application

MINEX Russia Forum is one of the best platforms for disseminating practical knowledge and discussing changes and opportunities for partnerships, trade and investments in the Russian Mining and Exploration Industry. Presentation abstracts and speaker applications must be submitted by 1 September 2019. The program of the forum and the list of confirmed speakers will be announced on the website shortly after.

Presentation platforms

Corporate Masterclasses and Workshops (Fully Booked)

Corporate masterclasses and workshops are traditionally held the day before the forum. Conducted by Russian and international companies they are designed to enhance professional understanding of the novel mining technologies and methods. The themes and content of each master class is determined by the organising company (sponsor). As a rule, master classes attract senior directors and managers from mining companies operating in Russia and the neighbouring countries. Participation numbers are content driven and vary from 30 to up 100 participants.

Timing and Logistics

• The program of the day usually includes 3-5 master classes (60-90 minutes each).
• To stimulate the discussions prior to each master class the audience takes part in topical survey via MINEX Forum mobile application. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.

A&V equipment and technical services

• Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
• Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

An example masterclass:

Organiser: SRK Consulting (Chile, Russia)
Theme: “Mastering caving – a guide to international best practice”
Number of presenters: 2
Duration: 90 minutes
Video recording: MINEX Forum YouTube channel

Presentations at Plenary Sessions

Plenary sessions of the forum highlight key trends, challenges and projects in the mining and mineral industry sectors in Russia and globally.

The topics of the plenary sessions are intended for the entire audience of the forum and usually include presentations on metals and mining markets trends, important legislative changes, as well as talks by CEOs of leading mining and metallurgical companies. MINEX Russia Forum program committee welcomes polemical papers that will stimulate the exchange of best practices and new ideas. Presentation slides should not contain promotional, advertising or marketing references.

Timing and Logistics

  • Plenary sessions are held in the main hall (accommodates up to 500 delegates).
  • Paper presentation time is limited to 15-20 minutes.
  • The Sessions are usually held in the first part of the day and last from 60 to 90 minutes.
  • To stimulate the discussions prior to each session the audience takes part in topical survey via MINEX Forum mobile application.. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.

A&V equipment and technical services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example of the plenary talk:

Speaker: Phil Newall, Managing Director, Wardell Armstrong International

Theme: “2018 and beyond – trends in the mining industry.”

Duration: 15 minutes

Number of slides: 25

Session video: MINEX Forum YouTube channel

Presentations at Technical Sessions

The topics are tailored for specific audience e.g. miners, geologists, engineers, IT managers, financiers, lawyers, etc. Technical sessions often include presentations of the new technologies, mine development and operation practices, trends in specific market segments, changes in the state regulation of subsoil use, financing or evaluation of projects, etc.

MINEX Russia Forum program committee welcomes polemical papers that will stimulate the exchange of best practices, technologies and new ideas. Presentation slides should not contain promotional,  advertising or marketing references.

Timing and Logistics

  • Technical sessions are usually held in parallel flows with the other sessions and last from 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Participation numbers are content driven and vary from 30 to up 150 participants per each session.
  • Paper presentation time is limited to 15-20 minutes.
  • At the start of the sessions, the audience takes part in surveys via MINEX Forum mobile application. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.

A&V equipment and technical services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example of the technical talk:

Speaker: Pavel Babayants, Chief Geophysicist, Aerogeophysica

Theme: “Mineral potential mapping at different stages of exploration: approaches and solutions”.

Duration: 15 minutes

Number of slides: 25

Session video: MINEX Forum YouTube channel

Analytical Sessions

Analytical sessions are periodically organised within the framework of the forum. The sessions highlight trends and major projects in particular commodity markets or segments. Previously the forum hosted sessions on the development of coal, rare earth metals, potassium and potash fertilisers, gold and gold-bearing ores, etc.

Timing and Logistics

  • Analytical sessions are held in parallel flow with the other sessions and last from 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Participation numbers are content driven and vary from 30 to up 150 participants per each session.
  • Paper presentation time is limited to 15-20 minutes.
  • To stimulate the discussions prior to each session the audience takes part in topical survey via MINEX Forum mobile application.. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.

A&V equipment and technical services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example of the analytical session:

Theme: “Prospects for the development of production of rare-earth metals in Russia”

Duration: 90 minutes

Number of presentations: 5

Session overview (in Russian)

Round Tables and Panel Discussions

Thought-provoking panel discussions are important elements of the forum.  They offer opportunities for addressing challenging issues and sharing knowledge and suggestions via moderator-led dialogues on the range of themes e.g. regulation, investment, business practices, education, etc.

Timing and Logistics

  • Theme setting keynote presentations often precede panel discussions.
  • To stimulate the discussions prior to each session the audience takes part in topical survey via MINEX Forum mobile application.. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.
  • Panel discussions last from 30 to 60 minutes and in parallel flow with the other sessions.
  • Participation numbers are content driven and vary from 30 to up 150 participants.

A&V equipment and technical services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example of the panel discussion:

Problems: “Prospects for the development of new geological exploration projects in Russia. Financing. Investments. State support. Technology”.

Duration: 90 minutes

Number of panellists: 7

Video recording: MINEX Forum YouTube channel

Mining Goes Digital Conference

The First Conference of Mining Digital Transformation in Russia

Participants

The conference will bring together specialists from Russian and international companies that develop and implement 4.0. Industry Technologies at the mining and metallurgical enterprises in Russia.

Themes

Production management technologies are constantly evolving. The huge amount of data that companies have to deal with, the rapid change of business models, the emergence of innovative management tools is the reality of the current business environment. The sooner companies adapt to a new reality, the higher their chances in competition. Digital transformation is not a newfangled invention, it is a need for survival in a world where information plays a key role. Experts believe that digital transformation can take the company to a new level of development and business efficiency.

In recent years, leading industrial companies have noticeably increased their level of sampling production, having installed a sufficient number of sensors and sensors to visualize the technological process in real time. For such companies, the very availability of data is not a problem, the main difficulty is to derive benefits from a huge amount of disconnected information, where traditional methods (relational databases) and analysis are not applicable. According to experts, more than 70% of generated data is not used by the enterprise. Nevertheless, the management of companies understands that these data may be further useful for conducting advanced analytics. For example, for the implementation of timely replacement of equipment at the time when it is appropriate instead of the standard approach – scheduled preventive repairs – an accurate prediction of the failure of the equipment or its components is necessary.

What are the key trends in mining digitisation in Russia and Globally? Can subsoil use in Russia take full advantage of the Industry 4.0 technologist and spearhead the development of digital economy? What set of measures is necessary for this to take? Why is digitisation of subsoil use important today in strategic terms for Russia? Will this strengthen Russia’s position in the CIS and in African countries?

Timing and Logistics

  • The conference will is held in the main hall (accommodates up to 500 delegates).
  • Theme setting keynote presentations often precede panel discussions.
  • The Sessions are usually held in the first part of the day and last from 60 to 90 minutes.
  • To stimulate the discussions prior to each session the audience takes part in topical survey via MINEX Forum mobile application.. The results are projected on the main screen in real time.
  • Paper presentation time is limited to 15-20 minutes.

A&V equipment and technical services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example of the conference presentation:

Speaker: Mikhail Terletsky, Natural Ressources Sales Unit Leader, IBM

Presentation: “Technologies and solutions of IBM Industry 4.0 for building industrial options in mining and geological industry”.

Duration: 15 minutes

Number of slides: 24

Video recording: MINEX Forum YouTube channel

Business Podiums

Promotional demonstrations of products, technologies or services are organised at the Business Podium area, located in the second exhibition hall. Admission to the business podium area is free for exhibition visitors and forum delegates.

Timing and Logistics

Participation numbers are content driven and vary from 10 to up 50 participants.

Theme: Can be determined by speaker and should be agreed in advance with the program committee

Duration: not more than 30 minutes

A&V equipment and technical services

  • To reduce noise interference from the trade show, business podiums are organised in the novel “Silent Event” format. Presentations are streamed to the headphones via special audio system.
  • Simultaneous translation: not provided
  • Equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Mixing Console, Microphones, Silent Event Audio System and Visitor Headphones.

Presentation at MineInvest Competition

The second mining investment accelerator competition MineInvest competition will offer subsoil users the opportunity to present investment projects to potential partners, investors or buyers.

Presentations will be evaluated by a jury composed of competent persons, heads of mining companies responsible for strategic development and investment activities, as well as representatives of investment companies, banks, private equity funds and government organisations.

Participants will be offered an opportunity for one-on-one meetings with potential investors. The winners will be awarded a Competition diploma.

A&V equipment and services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Example presentation at the MineInvest competition:

Speaker: Aleksandr Yakubchuk, Director of exploration, Orsu Metals Corporation

Topic: “Sergeevskoe Gold Project – a new discovery in Siberia, Russia”.

Duration: 15 minutes

Number of slides: 19

Audio Recording

Presentation at MineDigital Competition

The competition is held within the framework of the “Mining Goes Digital” conference on the digitisation of mining and metal enterprises.

Technological companies, start-ups and IT departments of Mining and Metals enterprises that have developed or implemented digitisation, automation and robotisation solutions for the mining industry are invited to participate.

Presentations will be evaluated by leading experts from Russian and International companies. The winners will receive diplomas and valuable gifts.

A&V equipment and services

  • Simultaneous translation (Russian-English): provided
  • Presentation equipment: Projector, Screen, Laptop, Clicker/Presenter, Lectern, Microphones, Audio System, Translation headsets

Super challenge. Competition partners may offer the winners to test the technology in real production.

Video Interviews

Jointly with the first geological channel, the MINEX forum invites speakers to conduct video interviews. The total number of video channel subscribers exceeds 8,000 viewers.