Extraction 2018
Extraction 2018 is a collaborative global metallurgy conference focused on extractive topics, business and economic issues. The event includes optional industrial tours of major Canadian mining and processing facilities, providing hands-on exposure to industry operations.
Extraction 2018 brings together metallurgists, engineers, and industry professionals from around the world for a comprehensive four-day conference addressing the latest developments in extractive metallurgy. The event combines technical presentations on extractive processes with discussions on business and economic challenges facing the mining and metals sector.
A standout feature of the conference is its industrial tour program, offering three unique opportunities to visit world-class facilities. Attendees can choose from a video tour of Glencore's Sudbury Integrated Nickel Operations Smelter with live technical representatives, a comprehensive day-long experience including CanmetENERGY & KPM Laboratory tours plus a Thousand Islands cruise, or an extensive tour of Glencore's Canadian Copper Refinery. These tours provide invaluable networking opportunities and real-world insights into operational excellence at major Canadian facilities.
The conference represents a critical gathering for professionals involved in mineral processing, pyrometallurgy, hydrometallurgy, and related fields. With early bird pricing available until June 26, 2018, the event attracts cost-conscious professionals seeking to stay current with industry best practices. The Ottawa location provides access to both industry operations and government research facilities, making it an ideal venue for discussing policy, technology, and market trends affecting the extractive industries.
For mining companies, technology providers, and research institutions, Extraction 2018 offers a platform to showcase innovations, forge partnerships, and address the technical and economic challenges driving the sector forward. The combination of academic rigor and industrial application makes this event essential for professionals seeking to advance their understanding of modern extractive metallurgy.