{"id":688,"date":"2024-02-21T09:27:58","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T09:27:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sustainability-handbook.alive2green.co.za\/?p=688"},"modified":"2024-02-21T10:22:31","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T10:22:31","slug":"mintek-to-celebrate-90-years-of-innovation-with-an-industry-conference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sustainability-handbook.alive2green.co.za\/?p=688","title":{"rendered":"MINTEK TO CELEBRATE 90 YEARS OF INNOVATION WITH AN INDUSTRY CONFERENCE"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Randburg, February 19, 2024 &#8211; Following the conclusion of the successful<br>2024 Mining Indaba in Cape Town, Mintek, South Africa&#8217;s pioneering<br>mineral and metallurgical innovation research council, proudly announces<br>the forthcoming Mintek@90 Conference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2024, Mintek commemorates nine decades of unwavering commitment to<br>advancing the mineral and metallurgical sectors, reflecting not only<br>Mintek&#8217;s enduring heritage and remarkable history but also the<br>collective endeavours of the South African government, the Department of<br>Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE), and the industry in fostering the<br>minerals sector&#8217;s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To herald this significant milestone, Mintek unveils the Mintek@90<br>Conference, a tribute to 90 years of excellence in minerals innovation.<br>This event is scheduled to take place from 11-12 November 2024 at the<br>esteemed Sandton Convention Centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mintek@90 Conference provides a distinctive platform for industry<br>leaders, experts, and enthusiasts to convene and shape the future of the<br>minerals sector. With a focus on collaboration, the conference aims to<br>address pivotal areas of development within the industry, including<br>Energy, Critical Minerals, Emerging Technologies, Unlocking Resources,<br>Advanced Materials, Environmental considerations, Social Responsibility,<br>Governance, and Human Capital Development for the future mining<br>Industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This collaborative initiative seeks to redefine Mintek&#8217;s role as the<br>preferred partner in mineral and metallurgical innovation. Dr Molefi<br>Motuku, CEO of Mintek, emphasised the significance of the Mintek@90<br>Conference, stating, &#8220;As South Africa commemorates 30 years of<br>democracy, we also celebrate Mintek&#8217;s 90th anniversary and its<br>indispensable contributions to our mineral and metallurgical sectors.<br>The Mintek@90 Conference not only honours Mintek&#8217;s achievements but also<br>aligns with our nation&#8217;s journey over the past three decades and our<br>vision for the future.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, remarked, &#8220;The<br>Mintek@90 Conference marks a pivotal moment in South Africa&#8217;s minerals<br>sector. It is a testament to Mintek&#8217;s enduring commitment to innovation<br>and its vital role in driving the industry forward. This initiative<br>showcases our country&#8217;s rich mining heritage and underscores the<br>importance of collaborative efforts in shaping a sustainable future for<br>our mineral resources.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, the Mintek@90 Conference serves as the flagship event of a<br>series of activities planned for the year, including a dedicated<br>symposium focussing on the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Sector in<br>April and the Young Researchers Symposium on Mineral Innovation in July,<br>highlighting Mintek&#8217;s comprehensive approach to fostering innovation and<br>inclusivity within the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past 90 years, Mintek has extended its products and services to<br>clients in over 60 countries, delivering invaluable expertise and<br>trillions of rands in value to the industry. 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