Here’s your 3-minute quick read version of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro’s podcast Episode 101.
We’ve pulled out the key insights and takeaways—perfect for when you want the value, minus the headphones.
Busy day? Short on time?
Here’s your 3-minute quick read version of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro’s podcast Episode 100.
We’ve pulled out the key insights and takeaways—perfect for when you want the value, minus the headphones.
Podcast topic: Should We Minimise Conditional Bias in Resource Estimation?
Germanium, once a niche metal, is now a rising star in critical minerals. Prices surged in 2024, driven by geopolitical tensions, supply constraints, and rising demand from high-tech industries. But what’s behind this sudden spike, and what does it mean for the future of germanium?
All-in Sustaining Costs (AISC) is a key mining metric that reflects the true cost of production, including sustaining capital and operational expenses. This article explores its impact on profitability, investment decisions, and mine sustainability
Matt Mullins, our Executive Consultant based in the UK. With a wealth of experience in the mining industry, Matt has contributed to major corporations and mid-tier companies across 26 countries. In a recent conversation, we explored Matt’s remarkable journey, from his upbringing in South Africa to his diverse career experiences and current role at Snowden Optiro.
Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner at Snowden Optiro provides detailed insights into unlocking the mining value chain and breaks down its key stages. The mining value chain is a multifaceted process that begins with the initial resource…
Draft JORC Code Changes for Reconciliation: A Summary of Key Updates and Their Impact by Rayleen Hargreaves, Principal Consultant and Reconcilor Product Owner at Snowden Optiro. With the proposed changes to the JORC Code, particularly in the area of reconciliation,…
In his March 2024 Geo Bulletin piece, Matt Mullins explores Mount Kilimanjaro's geological wonders. Mullins highlights the climb's challenges and diverse landscapes, underscoring the mountain's status as one of Africa's tallest freestanding volcanoes. He provides practical tips for accessing Kilimanjaro via road or air through Arusha, Tanzania, inviting readers to experience its geological beauty firsthand.
An introduction to geology – from early exploration through to the reporting of mineral resources Presenter: Clementine Clark – Principal Consultant This 1-day Geology for Non-Geologists course teaches key geology and resource estimation concepts, how a company progresses a project…
Taking your resource estimation knowledge to the next level. Course presenter: Clementine Clark – Principal Consultant This practical 3-day Advanced Resource Estimation course shows you how and when to apply techniques such as co-kriging, multiple indicator kriging, conditional simulation and…
