MINEX Europe * 27-30 October 2026, Trim, Ireland

Session 10

16:00 – 17:00 / 29 October 2026   Barbican Suite 2

Mine to Market 4.0: The AI-Driven Supply Chain

The final session examines how AI, Big Data, and Remote Sensing are revolutionizing both exploration and operations across the continent. By digitizing the entire value chain—from initial geological surveys to the final concentrate—companies can de-risk projects for investors and improve operational efficiency. The session will showcase how Irish and European tech firms are leading the way in "Sub-Surface Intelligence," providing the data needed to secure the next generation of mining finance.

Speakers:

16:00 AI in Mining: Opportunities and Challenges
Fernando Acosta
Director of Economics and Environment
International Copper Study Group

16:10 - Anchoring AI in Mining Operations - Turning Process Understanding into Operational Value
Stefan Ebert
CEO & Co-Founder
Digital Mine GmbH

16:25 - Diorama – digital transformation training for raw materials