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GMG - JOHANNESBURG FORUM 2026

Date	17 March 2026
-	18 March 2026
Location	54 ON BATH, ROSEBANK, JOHANNESBURG
Resources	GMG Forum 2026 Announcement 11122025.pdf SAIMM Sponsorship Prospectus GMG Forum 2026 11122025.pdf

Background

Kick off 2026 with the first GMG Forum of the year – a dynamic, hands-on gathering where the global mining community comes together to collaborate, innovate, and shape the next phase of mining transformation.

GMG’s Johannesburg Forum isn’t just another conference – it’s a working event where mining operators, OEMs, OTMs, technology providers, and researchers tackle real challenges, share lessons learned, and co-create solutions that make mining safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Themes

THEMES INCLUDE:

Driving a Low-Carbon Future – Real pathways to decarbonization and sustainable operations
Intelligent Mining – Turning data and AI into decisions that deliver real value
Safety & Resilience – How technology is transforming workforce safety and reliability
Underground Transformation – The future of automation and autonomy underground

This highly interactive forum blends case studies, panels, and open discussions focused on sharing lessons learned, exploring innovation, and co-creating the next steps in mining’s transformation.

Want to Speak?

WANT TO SPEAK?

We’re looking for innovative, real-world stories that showcase progress, lessons learned, and practical applications of technology and collaboration in mining.

If you’ve led a project, piloted a new solution, or have insights that could help others navigate change, we’d love to hear from you.

To express interest or propose a topic, email lfoley@gmggroup.org with a short description of your idea.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of mining in South Africa.

Details and registration coming soon!

Registration Fees

Early Bird Rates		Amount VAT Excl.
SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member		2 890
Non SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member		3 612
SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member (1 Day)		1 395
Non SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member (1 Day)		1 583
Students		845
Retired Member		845

Standard Rates	Amount VAT excl.
SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member	3 400
Non SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member	4 250
SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member (1 Day)	1 640
Non SAIMM/SAGA/GSSA/GMG Member (1 Day)	1 862
Students	994
Retired Member	994

Please note that all fees are exclusive of VAT.

Early bird valid until 30 January 2026.

Registration closes on 12 March 2026.Please note late registrations will incur a R500 administration fee for registrations received after the closing date.