The seventh UK Mining Conference, held June 10-11 at Falmouth’s Princess Pavilion & Gyllyngdune Gardens, provided a unique platform for industry stakeholders to discuss how the country can secure domestic supplies of critical minerals at pace to meet increasing demand and reduce reliance on imports.
The conference also included several specialist satellite events at venues across town. A Geologists’ Workshop showcased real-world, geological problem-solving to 72 participants, while a similar number gathered at the inaugural Investors’ Congress to discuss how, when and why to invest in mining projects, and encourage financiers to consider mineral opportunities in the UK.
“This year’s UK Mining Conference attracted 610 attendees who represented 295 organizations from 21 countries across the globe, which far exceeded previous records as well as expectations,” said Jay One Events Managing Director Jane Isaacs. “We staged 12 events at six venues and were proud to work with more than 30 local suppliers to bring them to fruition.”
In his closing remarks, Perran Moon, MP for Camborne, Redruth and Hayle, discussed how the resurgence of mining is driving back hope into the Cornwall communities. “This is not just about jobs, but about developing infrastructure and societal improvements, and it is an exciting time if we play our strong hand well,” Moon said.
“However, we now need to leverage more support for our industry, change investors’ attitude to risk and take a holistic approach to mineral exploration, production, processing, skills development, and recycling to ensure that Cornwall punches above its weight and joins other projects across the UK in contributing secure, domestic supplies of the critical minerals we need to power modern life.”
The 2027 UK Mining Conference is scheduled for June 16-17.
Source: UK Mining Conference