UPCOMING EVENTS
The World Community of Geological Surveys (WCOGS) will aim to hold a minimum of one virtual activity or event per year that will be open to all associate organizations with no registration fee. While in-person events may be held as part of major conferences, WCOGS will aim to make all events virtually accessible to all associates at minimum cost.
Raw Materials Week 2024
The Raw Materials Week will take place in Brussels, from 9-13 December 2024.
The Raw Materials Week is an annual event organised by the European Commission. It gathers a wide range of stakeholders discussing policies and initiatives in the field of raw material, providing an overview of ongoing EU activities in this sector. The Raw Materials Week will focus on the first year of implementing the CRM Act, including the strategic projects and partnerships. The annual High-Level Conference on raw materials will take place on 11 December 2024. Event details
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Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025
Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 will run from 3-6 February 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.
In 2025, the premier platform for deal-making, investment, and corporate networking will feature an agenda themed ‘Future-Proofing African Mining, Today!’ anchored on seven key content pillars. These include Industrialising Africa; Future-Proofing our Communities; Delivering Effective Net Zero & Just Energy Transition Strategies; Maximising on Africa’s Critical Minerals Endowment; Giving a Voice to Future Generations; Adopting Game-Changing Technologies; and Prioritising Health & Safety. Event details
The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2025
The PDAC Convention will be held from 2–5 March 2025 in Toronto, Canada.
As the leading global event for the mineral exploration and mining industry, PDAC attracts up to 30,000 attendees from 135+ countries. Known as the "Super Bowl" of the sector, the convention offers unparalleled networking, educational programming, and business opportunities. Since 1932, PDAC has grown to host over 1,100 exhibitors and 700 presenters, cementing its status as the event of choice for the industry. Registration for the event opens in December 2024. Event details