2018 Mining & Exploration International Conference & Expo (MEI 2018)

MEI 2018 represents one of the mining industry's premier international gatherings, designed to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the global mining sector. The three-day event combines a comprehensive conference program with an extensive trade exposition, creating multiple touchpoints for learning, networking, and business development.

The conference programming centers on three strategic pillars that reflect current industry imperatives: workforce development addresses the critical skills shortage facing mining operations worldwide; sustainability and community engagement tackles the sector's environmental and social license requirements; and technology focuses on digital transformation and automation trends reshaping mining operations. These themes ensure attendees gain insights into both immediate operational challenges and long-term strategic considerations.

The exposition floor features 500 booths representing the full spectrum of mining technologies, equipment, and services. From exploration and extraction technologies to processing equipment and environmental solutions, the expo provides a comprehensive view of industry innovation. The inclusion of meeting rooms and suites facilitates private business discussions and partnership negotiations that often drive significant industry developments.

With representation across coal, metals, surface mining, and nonmetal underground operations, MEI 2018 offers unparalleled cross-sector exposure. This diversity enables attendees to identify best practices and technologies from adjacent sectors that can be adapted to their own operations. The international scope attracts mining professionals from established and emerging markets, creating opportunities to understand global trends and identify new business opportunities in developing mining regions.