Introduction
The minerals industry is a backbone for most of the economies in the African continent, thus, it is vital that the exploitation of the mineral resources is conducted profitably. However, without any paradigm shift in the tactics we employ to mine these resources, the mineral wealth we possess will not be of any benefit to the current and future generations. There needs to be a shift in the way we exploit the resources in order to ensure longevity of current operations and enable mining of deep-level complex orebodies in a safe, healthy and profitable manner. This can be achieved through integration of 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th revolutions to create a sustainable minerals industry
Objective
Objective
- Provide proof of the ‘unlocked value’ offered by innovations through technology (tools), strategy and skills development.
- Offer deeper context specifically for the African minerals sector (risks & opportunities)
- Document impact of current/anticipated changes on future sustainability and competitiveness
- Offer clarity on expectations for papers/abstracts submission through announcements
Who should attend
Who should attend
This conference should be of value to all professionals across the entire minerals industry value chain, including:
- All metallurgical fields
- Exploration
- Geology
- Geotechnical engineering
- ICT experts
- Industrial relations and community involvement Mechanical, electrical/electronic engineers
- Leadership/management/government/community
- Mineralogy
- Mining
- Mixed reality visualisation tech
- SHE practitioners
- Software developers
How to Register
HOW TO REGISTER
Complete the registration form and return to
anna@saimm.co.za or camielah@saimm.co.za
Exhibition/Sponsorship
EXHIBITION/SPONSORSHIP
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Companies wishing to
sponsor or exhibit should contact the Conference Co-ordinator.
Conference Co-ordinator: Camielah Jardine • E-mail: camielah@saimm.co.za
Tel: +27 11 834 1273/7 • www.saimm.co.za
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Package 1
Major Sponsor (P1)
Limited to 1 Sponsor
Branding Benefits
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference
- Dedicated social media exposure on all SAIMM social media platforms with company link and logo before and during the conference
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media
- Exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- 10 Minute presentation speaking slot during the conference proceedings
- Logo printed on abstract booklet, programme, and electronic proceedings
- An A4 Insert (your corporate brochure, promotional material, etc.) into all conference delegate bags/folder or seat drop
- Electronic company profile on electronic proceedings
- Visual advertising at the conference (Company to brand conference with 2 free standing banners (2m x 1m) in the registration area (banner supplied by sponsor)
- Logo advertising in Young Professionals SAIMM journal distributed to 4000+ members
Conference benefits
- 2 Conference delegate registrations
Sponsorship investment:
R25 000.00
Deposit of R12 500 to secure
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Package 2
Naming Rights (P2)
Limited to 1 Sponsor Per Session
Branding Benefits
- Exclusive branding of a 2 hour session during the proceedings. Naming rights for the session
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference
- 10 Minute presentation speaking slot during the sponsored session
- Logo printed on abstract booklet, programme, and electronic proceedings
- An A4 Insert (your corporate brochure, promotional material, etc.) into all conference delegate bags
- Visual branding at the conference (Company to brand session with 2 free standing banners (2m x 1m) in the registration area (banner supplied by sponsor)
- Advertising in Young Professionals SAIMM journal distributed to 4000+ members
Conference benefits
- 1 Conference delegate registration
Sponsorship investment:
R10 000.00
Deposit of R5 000.00 to secure
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Package 3
Delegate Bag (P3)
Limited to 1 Sponsor
Branding Benefits
- Exclusive branding of the delegate bag. SAIMM to provide bag. SAIMM logo to appear secondary to the sponsor logo.
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
- Advertising in Young Professionals SAIMM journal distributed to 4000+ members
Sponsorship investment:
R10 000.00
Deposit of R5 000.00 to secure
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Package 4
Delegate Gift Sponsor (P4)
Limited to 1 Sponsor
Branding Benefits
- Branded delegate gift to be branded and supplied by sponsor.
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
Sponsorship investment:
R8 000.00
Deposit of R4 000.00 to secure
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Package 5
Delegate Goodie Bag (P5)
Limited to 1 Sponsor Per Day
Branding Benefits
- Sponsor to supply branded pen, notepad and delegate gift (Get creative with the delegate gift)
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
Sponsorship investment:
R8 000.00
Deposit of R4 000.00 to secure
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Package 6
Lunch Sponsor (P6)
Limited to 1 Sponsor Per Day
Branding Benefits
- Exclusive branding of the delegate lunch area for one day of the conference.
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings –including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
- Visual branding at the conference (Company to brand session with 2 free standing banners (2m x 1m) in the registration area and lunch area (banner supplied by sponsor)
Sponsorship investment:
R6 000.00
Deposit of R3 000.00 to secure
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Package 7
Cocktail Sponsor (P7)
Limited to 1 Sponsor
Branding Benefits
- Exclusive branding of the cocktail function.
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
- Visual branding at the conference (Company to brand session with 2 free standing banners (2m x 1m) in the registration area and cocktail area (banner supplied by sponsor)
Sponsorship investment:
R6 000.00
Deposit of R3 000.00 to secure
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Package 8
Banner Sponsorship (P8)
Unlimited
Branding Benefits
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
- Visual branding at the conference (Company to brand session with 2 free standing banners (2m x 1m) in the registration and conference area (banner supplied by sponsor)
Sponsorship investment:
R6 000.00
Deposit of R3 000.00 to secure
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Package 9
Promotional Insert (P9)
Unlimited
Branding Benefits
- An A4 Insert (your corporate brochure, promotional material, etc.) into all conference delegate bags/folder or seat drop. (Promotional material to be supplied by sponsor)
- Electronic company profile on electronic proceedings
- Company logo to appear on student name badge
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
Sponsorship investment:
R5000.00
Deposit of R2 500.00 to secure
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Package 10
Student Registration Fee Sponsorship (P10)
Unlimited
Branding Benefits
- Sponsor the registration fee for a student to attend the conference.
- Company logo to appear on student name badge
- Print, electronic and social media advertising in Mining Weekly and Engineering News publications before the conference.
- Logo and linked-to advertising on print and electronic media including the SAIMM website before and during the conference.
- Monthly exposure on SAIMM mailers direct to database of 4000+ members before and during the conference.
- Logo on all SAIMM printed conference proceedings – including the abstract booklet, programme, conference banners and memory stick.
Sponsorship investment:
R2500.00
Deposit of R1 250.00 to secure
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Call for Papers
CALL FOR PAPERS
Prospective authors 35 years and younger, in the minerals industry, are invited to submit titles and abstracts of their papers in English for the 2018 Young Professionals Conference. The abstract should be no longer than 500 words and must be submitted to: Camielah Jardine camielah@saimm.co.za
Topics
TOPICS
Technical papers on design, research and development and current practices and processes in the following areas; amongst others:
GEOLOGY, MINERALOGY AND ANALYTICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
- Exploration
- Permitting and compliance
- Resources and reserves evaluation
- Sampling and Geostatistical analysis
METALLURGY AND PROCESS
- Extractive
- Beneficiation
- Physical
MINERAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
- Mine planning and optimisation
- Rock engineering and slope stability
- Survey and valuation
- Ventilation and occupational environment management
MINING (SURFACE & UNDERGROUND)
- Equipment
- Material handling
- Mine design and engineering studies
- Shaft sinking
MINERAL POLICY AND MINERALS ECONOMICS
- Governance, compliance, transformation
- Investment decision making
- Policy making and regulations
- Project valuation and finance
SUSTAINABILITY
- Community welfare
- Energy and Water engineering/management
- Environmental and waste management
- Mine reclamation and closure
- Risk management
- Stakeholder relations
HUMAN CAPITAL & TALENT MANAGEMENT
- Education
- Industrial relations
- Training and skills development
OTHER
- Civil, Mechanical and Electrical engineering
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Occupational health and safety
- Product marketing (supply and demand)
- New applications of existing tools (not confined only to modern technologies) in critical areas of management at any point of the mining value chain. This can offer voices to communities and policy makers to prove the value mining is and will continue to create with the ‘correct’ integration of identified tools and approaches offered by Industry 4.0 trends. This can be reserved for more interactive presentations through poster or video presentations and hopefully help towards gaining more acceptance of the possibilities for the future mines.
Why Present a Paper?
WHY PRESENT A PAPER?
Presenting a paper is a great opportunity to:
- Present your work to industry professionals
- Obtain exposure, build reputation and further your career
- Network with peers and upcoming key players
- Familiarise yourself with current developments and exchange ideas on future innovations
- Have your paper published in the SAIMM Journal*
- Earn 2 ECSA credits for attending the conference (1 credit per day)
Submit a paper today!
SUBMIT A PAPER TODAY!
The deadline for Submission of abstracts has been EXTENDED to 7 May 2018
Submission of abstracts: 7 May 2018
Submissionof papers/extended abstracts: 16 May 2018
Conference: 18–19 September 2018
*Journal acceptance subject to peer-review by the Conference Committee and SAIMM Publications Committee
Contact
Contact
Camielah Jardine
Head of Conferencing
Tel: (011) 834-1273/7
Fax: (011) 833-8156 or (011) 838-5923
Email: camielah@saimm.co.za