Mining Project Development
Your mine design goals are the center of everything we do
You explored the property and saw the potential to realize your goals—extracting the variety of minerals and metals at the earth’s surface and underground. Now, we’ll help you answer the big questions. The information we provide—at every stage of a project’s life—helps you root your plans in reality.
We’re experienced with a variety of commodities, having undertaken mining studies from scoping to feasibility level designs and beyond. We can help you understand if mining a deposit is realistic, and if so, how to develop the deposit. If you’re already operating, we’ll provide insights on existing operations so you can make informed decisions to enhance your investment. See another opportunity? Our mining finance teams can determine if your potential investment is a wise one or not.
Efficient and timely mining project management is a global challenge—let's work together to advance the mining industry.
Featured News
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We help you understand and realize the full potential of your mining properties and projects.
NI 43-101
Qualified
Expertise
At each stage
Staff for studies and property assessment.
With each stage of study: scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility level design.
Proper mine development is the first opportunity to prevent bottlenecks. Our mine planning approach looks at the future needs of both the mine and surrounding communities.
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Services
Mine Power
Whether you are designing a new project or expanding your operations, we can assess your power needs, and design a system that meets your requirements, and is adaptable to long-term plans.
Hydrogeology & Geochemistry
We accurately assess your mine’s water footprint and the water variability expected over the life of your mine using a suite of modeling platforms.
Material Handling Systems
Whether you're mining underground or at the surface, we can help you move materials important to your operation.
Mining - Environmental Services
By understanding your goals and the needs of regulators and stakeholders, we can put together a strategy that is balanced for success.
Mine Ventilation Systems
One of our most important roles when ventilating an underground mine worker safety: making sure airflow is sufficient in quantity and quality.
Shafts & Hoisting Systems
We have skilled shaft and hoisting experts who will work with you to tailor designs to meet your needs.
Mine Water Treatment
We have the experience and technical skills to evaluate, design, and build water treatment systems that are tailored to the unique factors of your mine.
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