10:00 AM - 11:00 AMPlenary session 1: Mining development in Kazakhstan: Milestones and Key Trends
Forecasts of global commodity and financial markets development
Roadmap for the improvement of legislation in subsoil use regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan
Key business risks and new opportunities
Mining Digitisation
Prospects for the growth of joint projects in the field of subsoil use with the participation of foreign investors
New opportunities and financing tools in the mining industry
China’s “One Belt, One Way” initiative – vectors for the further development
11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCoffee Break
11:30 AM - 01:00 PMPlenary session 2: Practical steps towards the implementation of the Mining Code in Kazakhstan during transition period through 2024
Transition period for subsurface use contracts
Reporting by final beneficiaries of subsoil use
The management programme of the National Subsoil Fund
Implementation of the first-come, first-served principle
Changes in the obligations of the subsoil user
Changes in the composition and types of project documents, depending on the types of minerals
Measures to ensure company’s obligations relating to the exploitation of the deposit
Implementation of international system of calculation of reserves of mineral resources using the CRIRSCO system
New tools to minimize corruption risks in the implementation of subsoil use operations
Programme for the establishment of a National Data Bank.
Key success elements of establishing new businesses and transformation of existing enterprises in Kazakhstan’s mining sector.
02:00 PM - 03:30 PMMineVenture competition
The competition is open to exploration companies and subsoil users interested in attracting finance and investors for subsoil use projects in Kazakhstan and the countries of Central Asia.
03:30 PM - 04:00 PMCoffee break
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 1: New opportunities and prospects for attracting investments and financing projects under the new Mining Code
Legal opinion. What has changed in the financial and investment market with the adoption of the Subsoil Code of Kazakhstan?
Foreign investment in the mining sector of Kazakhstan: a retrospective, case studies, and the experience of investors
Assessment of the JSC“Kazatomprom” IPO and prospects of raising money in the equity markets for mining companies operating in Kazakhstan
New opportunities for financing the development of undeveloped fields and junior geological exploration projects in Kazakhstan
Choice of exit strategy: initial public offering v. sale to private equity v. sale to strategic investors
Investment case. The experience of attracting a world-class investment fund to a private mining project in Kazakhstan
Legal case. Experience in solving a set of administrative and legal requirements for the organisation of international financing of a mining project in Kazakhstan
Project case. Preparation of a mining project for sale to a foreign investor.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 2: Digitalisation in the mining industry: tools to improve production
Industry 4.0: the digital transformation of the mining industry. The role and place of Kazakhstan
Government commitment to create an environment for the integration of digital technologies into domestic production
The challenges for the digital transformation of the mining industry in Kazakhstan and beyond
How do mining companies use the tools of the digital revolution?
Digital twins: is it hype or an absolute requirement for the future?
Examples of the implementation of AI solutions in certain segments of the production cycle
Introduction of machine learning, artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies.
06:00 PM - 08:00 PMDrinks
A business drinks reception will offer delegates the chance to network in a relaxed atmosphere with background live folk and classical music.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AMPlenary session 1: Mining development in Kazakhstan: Milestones and Key Trends
Forecasts of global commodity and financial markets development
Roadmap for the improvement of legislation in subsoil use regulation in the Republic of Kazakhstan
Key business risks and new opportunities
Mining Digitisation
Prospects for the growth of joint projects in the field of subsoil use with the participation of foreign investors
New opportunities and financing tools in the mining industry
China’s “One Belt, One Way” initiative – vectors for the further development
11:30 AM - 01:00 PMPlenary session 2: Practical steps towards the implementation of the Mining Code in Kazakhstan during transition period through 2024
Transition period for subsurface use contracts
Reporting by final beneficiaries of subsoil use
The management programme of the National Subsoil Fund
Implementation of the first-come, first-served principle
Changes in the obligations of the subsoil user
Changes in the composition and types of project documents, depending on the types of minerals
Measures to ensure company’s obligations relating to the exploitation of the deposit
Implementation of international system of calculation of reserves of mineral resources using the CRIRSCO system
New tools to minimize corruption risks in the implementation of subsoil use operations
Programme for the establishment of a National Data Bank.
Key success elements of establishing new businesses and transformation of existing enterprises in Kazakhstan’s mining sector.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 1: New opportunities and prospects for attracting investments and financing projects under the new Mining Code
Legal opinion. What has changed in the financial and investment market with the adoption of the Subsoil Code of Kazakhstan?
Foreign investment in the mining sector of Kazakhstan: a retrospective, case studies, and the experience of investors
Assessment of the JSC“Kazatomprom” IPO and prospects of raising money in the equity markets for mining companies operating in Kazakhstan
New opportunities for financing the development of undeveloped fields and junior geological exploration projects in Kazakhstan
Choice of exit strategy: initial public offering v. sale to private equity v. sale to strategic investors
Investment case. The experience of attracting a world-class investment fund to a private mining project in Kazakhstan
Legal case. Experience in solving a set of administrative and legal requirements for the organisation of international financing of a mining project in Kazakhstan
Project case. Preparation of a mining project for sale to a foreign investor.
The competition is open to exploration companies and subsoil users interested in attracting finance and investors for subsoil use projects in Kazakhstan and the countries of Central Asia.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 2: Digitalisation in the mining industry: tools to improve production
Industry 4.0: the digital transformation of the mining industry. The role and place of Kazakhstan
Government commitment to create an environment for the integration of digital technologies into domestic production
The challenges for the digital transformation of the mining industry in Kazakhstan and beyond
How do mining companies use the tools of the digital revolution?
Digital twins: is it hype or an absolute requirement for the future?
Examples of the implementation of AI solutions in certain segments of the production cycle
Introduction of machine learning, artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies.
09:30 AM - 11:00 AMPlenary session 3: Prospects for the development of new exploration and mining projects in Kazakhstan
Financing
Technology
Regulation
Business cases
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM3rd Technological Innovation Competition: MineTech University
The competition is open to teams from mining and polytechnic universities interested in presenting unique technologies and innovative solutions to improve mining productivity in Kazakhstan.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AMCoffee break
11:30 AM - 01:00 PMPlenary session 4: Optimising KPI in mining production
Technical factors in the optimisation of mining production
Identifying priority KPI in the selection of production economic optimisation models. What are the priorities? Content, tonnage or extraction? How should we teach geologists, miners and enrichers to think about aspects of financial and economic feasibility?
Cut-off grade as a key indicator of the economics of mining production
The need to increase flexibility in state regulation to provide a legal basis for the optimisation in the mining economy.
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM3rd Technological Innovation Competition
MineTech Business
This competition is aimed at mining service and technologies companies.
MineTech Invest
The competition will provide a platform for innovators looking for business partners and investors who could assist with the transformation of innovative technology project into a marketable product.
01:00 PM - 02:00 PMLunch
02:00 PM - 03:30 PMTechnical session 3: Managing silos in mining industry
Expansion of the functions of departments in the integrated planning and optimisation of mining production
Consolidation of mining production processes
The optimisation of enrichment and ore sorting processes
Improving the efficiency of ore blending and ore separation processes
Ore control
Control systems and systems integration mining industry
The place of geometallurgy in the optimisation of ore processing and enrichment.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PMTechnical session 4: The digital revolution in exploration and geological data management
Traditional and innovative geophysical, mineralogical and geochemical prospecting methods
The main trends in modern exploration techniques
New level of geological data management
Organisation of electric prospecting works and interpretation of magnetotelluric and magnetovariational sounding data
Fundamentals of automated field geometrisation
Practical examples of discoveries of hidden mineralisation and potential ore fields using traditional and digital methods
03:30 PM - 04:00 PMCoffee break
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 5: Developing a ‘green’ mining economy in Kazakhstan
Introduction to the new draft environmental code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. New mechanisms for encouraging subsoil users to introduce ‘green’ technologies.
Updated requirements of the Code on Subsoil and Subsoil Use of the Republic of Kazakhstan for post-mining reconciliation and changes in the approach to the assessment of obligations following mine closures.
Improvement of the compensation mechanisms for mining enterprises introducing green methods and reducing their environmental footprint.
Examples of the implementation of waste treatment and water management projects under the new regulations.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMPanel discussion 2: Future Mining Industry: developing potential for social engagement, education and innovation
Legislative changes for the development of Industry 4.0 in Kazakhstan.
The National Plan for Digital Transformation in the Kazakhstani mining industry.
The experience of creating technology parks and innovative hubs.
The future of the labour market.
Future skills in the mining sector: how to achieve “fitness for purpose”.
Training programs for future specialists with the participation of mining companies.
Social projects in the mining industry.
06:00 PM - 06:30 PMMineTech and MineVenture award ceremonies
07:00 PM - 09:00 PMGala dinner dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the MINEX Forum in Kazakhstan
A gala dinner representing the culmination of the forum will give participants the opportunity to discuss the results of the forum and develop business contacts in a relaxed atmosphere.
09:30 AM - 11:00 AMPlenary session 3: Prospects for the development of new exploration and mining projects in Kazakhstan
Financing
Technology
Regulation
Business cases
11:30 AM - 01:00 PMPlenary session 4: Optimising KPI in mining production
Technical factors in the optimisation of mining production
Identifying priority KPI in the selection of production economic optimisation models. What are the priorities? Content, tonnage or extraction? How should we teach geologists, miners and enrichers to think about aspects of financial and economic feasibility?
Cut-off grade as a key indicator of the economics of mining production
The need to increase flexibility in state regulation to provide a legal basis for the optimisation in the mining economy.
02:00 PM - 03:30 PMTechnical session 3: Managing silos in mining industry
Expansion of the functions of departments in the integrated planning and optimisation of mining production
Consolidation of mining production processes
The optimisation of enrichment and ore sorting processes
Improving the efficiency of ore blending and ore separation processes
Ore control
Control systems and systems integration mining industry
The place of geometallurgy in the optimisation of ore processing and enrichment.
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMTechnical session 5: Developing a ‘green’ mining economy in Kazakhstan
Introduction to the new draft environmental code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. New mechanisms for encouraging subsoil users to introduce ‘green’ technologies.
Updated requirements of the Code on Subsoil and Subsoil Use of the Republic of Kazakhstan for post-mining reconciliation and changes in the approach to the assessment of obligations following mine closures.
Improvement of the compensation mechanisms for mining enterprises introducing green methods and reducing their environmental footprint.
Examples of the implementation of waste treatment and water management projects under the new regulations.
06:00 PM - 06:30 PMMineTech and MineVenture award ceremonies
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM3rd Technological Innovation Competition: MineTech University
The competition is open to teams from mining and polytechnic universities interested in presenting unique technologies and innovative solutions to improve mining productivity in Kazakhstan.
11:30 AM - 01:00 PM3rd Technological Innovation Competition
MineTech Business
This competition is aimed at mining service and technologies companies.
MineTech Invest
The competition will provide a platform for innovators looking for business partners and investors who could assist with the transformation of innovative technology project into a marketable product.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PMTechnical session 4: The digital revolution in exploration and geological data management
Traditional and innovative geophysical, mineralogical and geochemical prospecting methods
The main trends in modern exploration techniques
New level of geological data management
Organisation of electric prospecting works and interpretation of magnetotelluric and magnetovariational sounding data
Fundamentals of automated field geometrisation
Practical examples of discoveries of hidden mineralisation and potential ore fields using traditional and digital methods
04:00 PM - 05:30 PMPanel discussion 2: Future Mining Industry: developing potential for social engagement, education and innovation
Legislative changes for the development of Industry 4.0 in Kazakhstan.
The National Plan for Digital Transformation in the Kazakhstani mining industry.
The experience of creating technology parks and innovative hubs.
The future of the labour market.
Future skills in the mining sector: how to achieve “fitness for purpose”.
Training programs for future specialists with the participation of mining companies.
Social projects in the mining industry.
01:00 PM - 02:00 PMLunch
07:00 PM - 09:00 PMGala dinner dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the MINEX Forum in Kazakhstan
A gala dinner representing the culmination of the forum will give participants the opportunity to discuss the results of the forum and develop business contacts in a relaxed atmosphere.
