Goldcorp #DisruptMining 2019 Competition

The #DisruptMining competition represents Goldcorp's flagship innovation platform, bringing together pioneering technology companies to showcase solutions for the mining industry's most persistent challenges. The 2019 event featured a rigorous selection process culminating in finalist presentations using a shark tank-style format, where contestants delivered three-minute pitches followed by intensive seven-minute questioning sessions from industry expert panels. This high-pressure environment tests both the technical merit and commercial viability of proposed innovations. The competition attracts global participation from technology developers spanning artificial intelligence, automation, safety systems, and operational efficiency solutions. Beyond the substantial $1 million investment prize, winners gain access to Goldcorp's operational network for real-world testing and development opportunities, plus exposure to top-tier mining operators worldwide. The event has established itself as a premier venue for mining technology innovation, creating pathways for disruptive solutions to reach commercial deployment while fostering collaboration between technology providers and mining operators seeking competitive advantages through innovation adoption.