The regional mining and quarrying landscape across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. At the very center of this dynamic shift is The Mining Show, returning for its 19th annual edition at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Bringing together over 6,500 industry professionals and 300 international exhibitors across more than 50 specialized sessions, the gathering serves as the definitive ecosystem for operational innovation, resource development, and technological integration.
Yet, beyond the impressive scale of the exhibition floor, the heart of the event lies within its conference program. Featuring an elite roster of over 150 speakers, the two-day summit bridges regulatory authority with corporate strategy, placing heavy-hitting leaders on stage to debate the future of extraction and sustainability.
Decarbonization, Safety, and Policy: Voices From the Stage
Governments and global mining houses are increasingly prioritizing policy alignment alongside environmental and operational risk management. Among the flagship speakers heading to Dubai is Dalitso Mhango, Assistant Director of Large Scale Mining Development at Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development. Mhango brings crucial regulatory oversight to conversations surrounding large-scale mineral rights, international partnerships, and responsible project acceleration across Africa’s copper belt.
From the corporate operations front, critical focus turns toward high-stakes risk management and process safety. Claudio Braga, Senior Process Safety, Risk, Emergency Response and Crisis Leader (APAC and EME) at global mining giant Vale, brings deep operational insight into safeguarding critical infrastructure while maintaining industrial continuity. Meanwhile, Reboneng Aphane, Section Manager at Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore, offers frontline perspectives on modernizing pit operations, boosting efficiency, and establishing safer working environments in large-scale extraction.
Energy transition and sustainability efforts are equally woven into the agenda. Industrial decarbonization strategies will be championed by practitioners like Ahmed Hussein, Head of Maintenance at Holcim Emirates Cement, who provides actionable blueprints for reducing heavy industry’s carbon footprint. On the renewable energy integration side, Avanthika Satheesh, Director for MENA at Customized Energy Solutions, provides strategic expertise on energy storage, grid integration, and clean technology adoption for energy-intensive mining facilities.
Capital Markets, Exploration, and Technical Leadership
Securing capital and driving strategic exploration remain vital for meeting global demand for critical minerals. C-suite leaders and financial strategists are stepping up to unpack capital deployment and junior mining growth:
- Tony Harwood, CEO of Montero Mining & Exploration, lends crucial insights into early-stage project financing, exploration risk management, and the geopolitical dynamics of securing strategic deposits.
- Dr. Stefan Stoev, CEO and Chairman of the Executive Board at MINEX Group, shares his executive roadmap for technical innovation and project execution in complex geological environments.
- Raadiyah Emam, Head of Investor Relations and Administration at Ankh Resource, highlights the financial communication channels and ESG accountability required to attract modern institutional investment.
Industry Leaders Sound Off
The buzz surrounding the conference extends well beyond the keynote stage. Delegates, technology partners, and executive exhibitors emphasize that the true strength of the gathering lies in its ability to bring decision-makers together around shared goals.
“Well-attended by key decision makers from global mining and quarrying companies. The event managed to attract the right mix of c-level executives!”
— FLSmidth Middle East
“The Mining Show is where the future of mining is built. From conversations to collaborations, this event is a must-attend for anyone serious about making an impact.”
— Roxia
“A great opportunity for stakeholders in the industry to get involved with conversations surrounding the future of mining.”
— Outotec
As global demand for critical materials accelerates, the insights shared by these industry leaders in Dubai will play an essential role in defining how resources are discovered, funded, and responsibly extracted for decades to come.
