Kolkata: Australia participates as 'focus country' in IMME 2014

Over 25 Australian companies are participating at the IMME 2014 exhibition showcasing Australia’s global leadership position in Mining Technology and Services. 

 

Australia has a good mining sector and Australian mining companies have a reputation for being highly innovative and productive. 

 

The strength of Australia’s mining industry is reflective of the depth and diversity of the sector and the abundance of natural resources in Australia. 

 

Australia is endowed with an abundant supply of mineral resources, including the world’s largest reserves of lead, nickel, uranium and zinc.

 

Australia is also a world leader in mining, equipment and technology services (METS). Australia is at the forefront in developing innovative technologies for the mining & resources sector with new techniques of mining and mineral development originating from Australia. 

 

Australia’s mining sector has built a reputation as a world leader in the development and manufacture of METS. Australian firms are competitive across the complete mining supply chain, including exploration, mine development, engineering, minerals processing, environmental management, mine safety, research and development, education and training and community engagement. 

 

The Australian participation at the IMME 2014 exhibition features a cross section of Australian mining equipment technology services firms whose business profile includes mine site infrastructure; PLM & Real-Time visual simulation solutions; underground mining services; mining equipment components & spare parts; mineral processing systems & components; mining project software; mine management systems and mining training. 

 

Speaking about the Australian participation at IMME 2014, Tom Calder, Trade Commissioner, Australian Trade Commission, based in New Delhi said, “Australian mining companies are leaders in economic exploration, mining, mineral processing and transformation of raw minerals. The world’s most extensive mineral research and development programs and facilities are in Australia. A number of innovative methods of mining and mineral beneficiation have originated in Australia. As mining is conducted in remote and harsh environments, Australian companies are at the forefront of developing effective new technology and services, and demand for Australian expertise continues to grow." 

 

“Minerals and resources are major cornerstones in the Australia-India bilateral trade relationship. Australian coking coal fuels the Indian steel industry and Australian companies are increasingly involved in minerals exploration in India. IMME plays an invaluable role in bringing together global players in the mining sector, and provides the opportunity for Australia and India to share their expertise. Australian participation at IMME 2014 offers an excellent opportunity for the Indian mining and minerals sector to access and source Australian mining technology and expertise, and explore technology sourcing and partnership agreements with Australian suppliers,” said Tom Calder.