MINEARC Webinar 4: Business opportunities and innovation in mining and mineral value chain

The global mining and mineral industry is undergoing a major transformation driven by technological innovation, commercial sector demands, and the accelerating emerging technology such as semiconductors for AI advancement. From exploration and extraction to processing, logistics, and recycling, new business models and investment opportunities are reshaping the entire mineral value chain. Business opportunities and innovation in mining and mineral value chain is part of a series hosted by the MINEARC project.

The webinar brings together stakeholders from the mining industry, science technology and business communities, including entrepreneurs and startups, mining and mineral industry professionals, investors and financial institutions, policymakers and regulators, researchers, academics, and students, and other professionals to discuss business opportunities and innovation in mining and mineral value chain.

Webinar time (EEST / GMT+3):

9:00—16:00, 14 April, 2026
9:00—15:00, 15 April, 2026

This webinar explores emerging business opportunities and innovative solutions across the mining and mineral value chain, with a focus on how technology, and value addition are redefining competitiveness in the sector. Participants will gain insights into critical minerals, digital mining, automation, and downstream value creation.

Industry and research experts will discuss real-world case studies, market trends, and practical strategies for entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, students, and professionals seeking to participate in the future of mining.

The themes of the webinar include:

• Overview of the mining and mineral value chain
• Emerging business opportunities in exploration, mining, and processing
• Innovation in automation, AI, and digital mining
• Critical minerals and opportunities linked to emerging technologies
• Value addition, beneficiation, and circular economy approaches
• Investment trends and new business models in mining

The detailed program and registration link will be published on this site soon.


Contact information

Liyuan Chi
Oulu Mining School
liyuan.chi@oulu.fi

Adeyemi Aladejare
Oulu Mining School
adeyemi.aladejare@oulu.fi

Prof. Saija Luukkanen
Head of Oulu Mining School
saija.luukkanen@oulu.fi