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08 October 2025
A Direct Call to Mine Operators, Engineers, and Practitioners
CIM CONNECT 2026 is built on a foundation of operator perspective and field-tested case studies. As a leader responsible for efficiency, safety, and results, you know that the most valuable lessons are learned on-site.
Bring your proven solutions (including cost-saving workflows and innovative technical advances) to the industry's premier event. We are seeking submissions that provide practical, actionable blueprints for strategic growth and sustainable operations.
Your Expertise: Required for the 2026 Technical Program
The core of CIM CONNECT 2026 is a three-day focus on the execution challenges facing mining today. Your contribution, whether a traditional abstract, a simulation walk-through, a guided exercise, a hands-on activity, a tutorial, a training module, or a roundtable/panel discussion, will fall within one of these essential operational streams:
Digital Transformation & Strategic Integration
Focus: Operational excellence, automation, and real-time monitoring
Topics Include: Data-driven decision making, electrification, mining innovation & technology, and strategic mine planning
Engineering Excellence & Resource Management
Focus: Core engineering practices and maximizing resource value
Topics Include: Processing innovation and complex ores, applied geoscience & mineral exploration, geotechnical engineering & ground control, metallurgy & materials science, and maintenance engineering & reliability
Sustainability, Safety & Workforce Leadership
Focus: Setting global benchmarks in ESG and human resources
Topics Include: Safety culture, risk management, sustainability and community integration, environmental & social responsibility, and workforce development & talent retention
Submit Your Abstract
Submit your technical abstract or short course proposal now.
Deadline for short course proposals: October 31
Learn more about short course proposals submissions Submit your proposal
