Pay attention: The world of mining is changing – by Don Duval (Canadian Mining Journal – May 28, 2025)

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The global mining industry continues to build momentum and prepares itself for what appears to be a remarkable technological transformation. Executives are facing unprecedented pressure to find sustainable and creative methods to drive shareholder value and enhance productivity while improving the safety of the workforce — all during a time of global political instability, low commodity prices, and a generation of new workers that are motivated by non-traditional incentives.

This transformation is not only reshaping the landscape of employment and skill requirements for mine workers, but also it is reframing the relationship between the external technology ecosystem and global mining operators.

In this era of transformation, the pace of technological change is unprecedented and as I have mentioned before, I believe the side that pays attention and learns the fastest will win. Those unaware or choose not to pay attention to this technological revolution risk the inability to compete and sustain operations in this new world.

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