Stephen AbhangGeologistFujairah Natural Resources Corporation Stephen Abhang is an accomplished geologist and strategic projects specialist with over 11 years of experience spanning material handling, logistics, and the natural resources sector. In his current role with the Fujairah Natural...

Michael Akira serves a pivotal role within the Chamber of Mines, Ghana, bringing a multidisciplinary background in Law, Economics, and Finance to the organization. Prior to this, he held senior positions across the financial, legal, and mining sectors, including Company Secretary & Head of...

Basma Al Shatti is a dynamic leader with a proven track record in the energy and mineral resources sector. Currently serving as the Head of the Department of Strategic Planning at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in Jordan, Basma brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the...

Saleh Al Tayyar is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and refining industry. Currently serving as the Vice President of Technical Operations at Saudi Gold Refinery, Saleh is known for his strategic leadership and technical expertise in the field. With a strong...

Samar Alghanim is a highly experienced geologist with a proven track record in the mining industry. Currently working at Maaden, one of the leading mining companies in the Middle East, Samar brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of geology. With a strong background in mineral...

  Youssef Mohammed AlHaddad is a seasoned Senior Mine Geologist with a wealth of experience in the mining industry. Currently serving at Ma’aden Barrick Copper Company, Youssef brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision to his role. With a strong background in geology and...

Ibrahim ALHasni is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. As the Managing Director of Duqm Quarries SAOC, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision in driving the company towards operational excellence and sustainable...

Ibrahim AlhussainManaging Director, Petro TM Oil Ibrahim Alhussain is the Owner and Managing Director of Petro TM Oil, bringing over 11 years of experience in the lubricants industry. He began his career as a supplier of base oils and additives before expanding into the manufacturing of specialty...

Ali Al-Maqbali is a dedicated Reliability Maintenance Engineer with a proven track record of optimizing operations in the mining industry. With a strong background in mechanical engineering and a keen eye for detail, Ali specializes in developing and implementing maintenance strategies to ensure...

H.E. Saif Ghubash serves as the Assistant Undersecretary for Petroleum, Gas & Mineral Resources in the United Arab Emirates, a role he has held since February 2023. He is responsible for shaping and overseeing strategic policy initiatives and regulatory frameworks that influence the UAE's...

H.E. Sharif Salim Al-Olama is the Undersecretary for Energy and Petroleum Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. Prior to joining the Ministry in 2020, H.E. Al-Olama held several senior technical and commercial leadership positions at ADNOC, including Senior Vice President of...

Victor is a senior professional with over 22 years of leadership experience in management, direction, and technical roles, specializing in large-scale industrial projects across oil & gas, fertilizers, mining, metal processing, waste treatment, and energy sectors. With extensive expertise in...

Reboneng Aphane is a seasoned Senior Section Manager at Anglo American, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in the mining industry to The Mining Show 2025. With a proven track record of successfully managing mining operations, Reboneng is well-equipped to share valuable insights and...

Antony is Regional Director for The MSA Group. He is a geologist with >25 years of experience in exploration, mining, and consulting.

Marlon Bockarie-Konteh is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in policy research, planning, and knowledge management. Currently serving as the Director in the Ministry of Youth Affairs in Sierra Leone, Marlon is dedicated to driving positive change and development in the region. With...

Enrique Bollet Sheron is a seasoned Senior Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record of success in the mining industry. With years of experience in designing and implementing mechanical systems for mining operations, Enrique brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role at Mazoon...

Remi Bosc is a seasoned professional in the mining and quarrying industry, currently serving as the Managing Director of Arethuse Geology. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Remi has established himself as a respected expert in geology, mining operations, and sustainable...

Alejandra Cardona is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining industry. As the Chief Executive Officer of Camara Argentina de Empresas Mineras, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision in promoting the growth and sustainability of the mining...

Mohamad Chafic is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. Currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Kazax Minerals Inc., he is known for his strategic vision, operational expertise, and leadership skills. With a strong background in...

Desiderius Chapewa is Zambia’s Chief Geologist under the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, where he oversees national geological survey programs, mining operations reporting, and industry research initiatives. He manages Zambia's National Geological Database, a critical resource for...

Mateus Quintela Chaves is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining industry. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Product at International Resources Holding, Mateus is a visionary leader with a proven track record of driving innovation and growth in the...

Chaanza Chifwepa is a seasoned Principal Exploration Geologist with a wealth of experience in the mining industry. Currently serving at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development in Zambia, Chaanza is a dedicated professional committed to advancing the exploration and extraction of mineral...

Banu Çolak is a seasoned mining professional with over 20 years of experience in gold, lead, and zinc mining. She has led data management and NI43-101 reporting for a NASDAQ-listed gold mining company with Türkiye’s largest gold reserves, contributing to world-class discoveries such as the Çöpler...

Dr. John D. Cooper, Ph.D., serves as Director of Policy and Research at the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources, bringing over 15 years of expertise in engineering, ICT, mining policy, and governance. He is also a lecturer and serves on three national boards in Sierra Leone.

Jacques Du Randt is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. Currently serving as the Sales and Service Manager for Africa at Brelko Conveyor Products Inc, Jacques is known for his strategic approach to business development and client...

A Senior Engineer at Vale, one of the world’s largest iron ore producers, with over 20 years of expertise in shutdown management, maintenance engineering, project planning, and contract management. Holding an MBA and an MS in Project Management, and currently pursuing a PhD in the same field, they...

Jaavar is a skilled Mine Production Engineer with expertise in overseeing mining operations. He specializes in optimizing production processes, ensuring safety standards, and managing equipment efficiency. With experience coordinating cross-functional teams to improve productivity and minimize...

International Speaker and Author. Trade Negociator in Mining, Petroleum, Real Estate and Gaz sectors between Governments, Real Estate Owners and Investors. Partner for the Democratic Republic of Congo Government and the Contact Person for foreign Mining and Petroleum companies in the DRC including...

Transformational mining executive driving operational turnarounds and sustainable growth in complex investment environments

Mohamad Hammouri is a seasoned Chief Engineer with a wealth of experience in the mining and quarrying sector. Currently serving at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals Resources, Mohamad plays a pivotal role in shaping policies and strategies for the sustainable development of the mining industry in ...

Mohannad Hamzeh is a distinguished Geology Expert with extensive experience in the mining industry. Currently serving as the Chief Geology Expert at Tanweer Phosphate Mining, a subsidiary of Al Tasnim Enterprises LLC, Mohannad brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of geology and...

Ibrahim Bani Hani is a distinguished Head of Department and Senior Engineer at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM). With over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry, Ibrahim has established himself as a leading expert in the field. His expertise lies in...

Joshua Hawley is the CEO and Founder of IGA Capital, leading global investment and financing initiatives in mining, infrastructure, and technology-driven sectors. With extensive expertise in structured finance, project development, and fintech law, he works closely with major ECA and DFI funding...

Lee Hillyer has dedicated 26 years to the mining industry, with a specialisation in crushing and feeding. His career started in the UK as a design engineer in the drafting department before gaining experience across all areas of the business, including design, production, quality assurance, project ...

A highly driven Head of Maintenance & Reliability with over 18 years of experience in the building materials sector, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional maintenance teams—including mechanical, electrical, methods, and production interface—to deliver operational...

Mahmoud is an experienced gold extraction specialist, I focus on optimizing metallurgical processes for quartz-hosted gold deposits. My expertise includes vat leaching and cyanidation techniques, with proficiency in analytical measurements such as cyanide concentration, pH control, and gold content ...

Yousef holds a Master’s degree in Environment, specializing in Dynamics of Territories and Societies from Paris Sorbonne University. He worked for 14 years as an Environmental Specialist at the Environment Protection and Development Authority, supervising environmental projects and plans within...

Saramba Kandeh is a distinguished Senior Partner at Marrah & Associates Law Firm, where she specializes in human rights law and serves as a trusted gender advisor. With a strong background in advocating for social justice and equality, Saramba is a seasoned professional dedicated to promoting...

Parminder Kaur is a Research Scientist at the Geological Survey of Finland (GTK), with expertise in electrochemistry and wastewater treatment. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and has extensive experience in mineral recovery from wastewater. Her research focuses on developing advanced...

Malak Khalil is a seasoned Partner at ADSERO - Ragy Soliman & Partners, a leading firm specializing in providing strategic legal counsel to clients in the mining and quarrying industry. With over 15 years of experience in the field, Malak has established herself as a trusted advisor known for...

Pål Kildemo is a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record in the mining and metals industry. Currently serving as the Chief Finance Officer at Emirates Global Aluminium, Pål brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With a strong background in financial...

Visionary and results-driven Finance Executive with a proven track record across Big Four, Mining, Manufacturing, and Logistics industries throughout the Middle East, APAC, and Türkiye. Adept at leading finance, accounting, and business support functions, with deep expertise in...

Mohammed is a results-driven Electrical Engineer and Technical Manager with extensive expertise in instrumentation, control systems, and industrial automation. He currently leads technical operations at Doha Quarry and oversees new electrical installations for both Doha Quarry and Max Rock in the...

Luis Lopez is a dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record in driving innovation within the mining industry. As the Head of Innovation at Minsur, a leading mining company, Luis is at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge technologies and strategies to optimize operations and...

Masialeti Masialeti is a seasoned professional with a proven track record in driving digital transformation and innovation within the mining industry. Currently serving as the Head of IT & Digital at First Quantum Minerals, Masialeti brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the...

Lawrence McLure, Senior Investment Officer at the Canadian Embassy in the UAE, works cross-culturally to build trusted relationships with strategic investors and project proponents, driving mutually beneficial economic growth. Sector-agnostic but with a focus on extractives (metals &...

Richard Mera is an accomplished Electromechanical Chief of Tailings at Minsur, with over 15 years of experience in the mining industry. He is a dedicated professional known for his expertise in managing tailings operations efficiently and sustainably. Richard has a proven track record of...

Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the mining & metals industry. Skilled in Business Planning, Operations Management, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, and Metals. Strong business development professional with an Associate's degree focused in ...

Dalitso Mhango is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the mining and minerals sector. Currently serving as the Principal Investment Promotion Officer at the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development, Dalitso plays a pivotal role in driving investment and promoting sustainable...

Hanuma Prasad Modali is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the mining industry. As the Managing Director of Deccan Gold Mines Limited, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision in driving the company's growth and success in the sector. With a...

Jumanne Mokili is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Executive Officer with a proven track record of success in the mining and quarrying industry. As the CEO of Jema Africa Limited, Jumanne brings a wealth of experience and expertise in driving operational excellence and strategic growth...

Simone Naicker is a seasoned Senior Metallurgical Engineer with a proven track record of success in the mining industry. With extensive experience in metallurgical processes and operations, Simone has played a pivotal role in optimizing production efficiency and ensuring the highest standards of...

Sipho Ngwenya is a dynamic and results-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining industry. As the Managing Director of Trit Mines, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of successfully managing mining operations in the Middle...

Dr. Jean Marie Kanda Ntumba is a highly respected figure in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with extensive expertise in mineral processing and industrial chemistry. He holds a PhD in Mineral Processing (Engineering) from the University of Liège, Belgium, and a Civil Engineering degree in...

Vincent Obisie Orlu is a distinguished Natural Resource Governance and ESG Researcher at Good Governance Africa. With a strong background in sustainable development and a keen focus on the mining and quarrying sector, Vincent brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the industry. His research...

Abdallah Osman is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. Currently serving as the Director of Siimoodi group, Abdallah has a proven track record of successfully leading teams and projects to deliver exceptional results. His expertise lies in...

Alan Montgomery Poultney is a distinguished Partner and Gem Expert at Scarab London, a renowned name in the world of gemstones and jewelry. With over two decades of experience in the industry, Alan is a trusted authority on gemology, mining, and quarrying. His expertise lies in identifying rare...

Mr Ashley Price, Reko Diq Mining Company, Head of Sustainability, has more than 20 years of experience in environmental, social and water management. Ashley holds a Bachelor of Science from Murdoch University in Western Australia, a Masters in Hydrogeology and Water Management from the University...

Ralph Rossouw is a seasoned mining professional with over 36 years of experience in the industry. Currently serving as the Managing Director at Vedanta Resources, Ralph brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. His strong leadership skills and strategic vision have been instrumental...

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Expert with over 13 years of experience effectively leading a strong HSE culture within world-class companies. Responsible for developing strategies for managing risks identified in the activities of both internal teams and third parties, providing timely...

Tarek Sedki is a seasoned mineral exploration expert with a Ph.D. in Geochemical Exploration, specializing in stream sediment orientation, source, and distribution. With over nine years of experience in gold exploration and deposit modeling in Egypt’s Eastern Desert, Tarek has built a strong...

Gouranga Sen is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in economic and policy analysis in the mining industry. Currently serving as the Group Head of Economic and Policy Analysis at Vedanta Ltd., Gouranga plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's strategic decisions and policy...

Abhijit Shah is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. As the Chief Executive Officer of Emirates Gold, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision in driving the company towards success and sustainability. Abhijit is...

Shamsuddin Shaikh is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the mining and mineral development industry. Currently serving as the Chairman of the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation (PMDC), he has played a pivotal role in shaping the mining landscape in Pakistan. With a...

Happyness Shumbusho is a seasoned Human Resource Manager with a proven track record of success in the mining and quarrying industry. With a strong background in talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational leadership, Happyness brings a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on...

Dr. Stefan Stoev is Co-Founder, CEO & Chairman of the Executive Board of MINEX Group, an Austrian state-of-the-art Exploration and Mining Development Company. As a reputable global developer unearthing wealth and securing Critical Mining for Sustainable Development, MINEX has established a...

Mogahid Bilal Taha is a seasoned CEO with a wealth of experience in the mining and minerals industry. As the head of the African Gold & Minerals Information Center, he brings a deep understanding of the sector's complexities and opportunities. With a proven track record of driving growth...

Tamer Talu is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. As the Managing Director of HT International Trading and Consultancy Ltd., he has a proven track record of driving business growth and delivering successful projects in the Middle...

Mrunali Tembhurne is an accomplished Associate Fellow at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), with a strong background in sustainable mining and natural resource management. With a Master's degree in Environmental Science and over a decade of experience in the field, Mrunali is a...

Esteban Venegas is a Chilean-Italian construction and project management professional based in Germany, holding an M.Sc. in Geotechnique and Infrastructure and an MBA. Fluent in Spanish, English, and German, Esteban has extensive international experience in technical project delivery, contract and...

Yogita Vichare is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the mining and quarrying industry. As the Managing Director of Gaston International, she has led the company to new heights with her strategic vision and innovative approach. Yogita is known for her expertise in...

Darius G Wongen is a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with a proven track record in the mining industry. Currently serving at ArcelorMittal Liberia, Lawrence brings a wealth of experience and expertise in optimizing mechanical systems and processes within the mining sector. With a strong background in...