"Realistically, Latin America is "lagging" the US and Europe in the energy transition. However, many initiatives are underway, mainly leveraging the availability of resources like biomass, wind, and solar energy."
"Using our Hydromet Technology at Kabanga and producing locally without the Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions associated with transport, we can provide nickel with ultra-low levels of CO2 emissions."
BE: CEO AND CO-FOUNDER & JK: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, ORES AND CONCENTRATES, OPEN MINERAL
"Open Mineral fits well within this ecosystem, combining the trading of raw materials with advanced technology, and aligning with Saudi Arabia's vision to establish a robust industrial base."
"At present, much of our work in KSA focuses on early-stage exploration and resource evaluation simply because the industry has not yet reached the more advanced stages."
"I anticipate greater support for North American supply chains. For example, Ontario is investing over C$40 billion in midstream and downstream EV development."
"In the current gold price environment, when operators have the capital to spend on putting new mines into production and expanding existing mines, there is tremendous organic growth."
"If you are able to build a great relationship with a company while expediting and providing quality work, it will set you apart as an engineering firm to be trusted in the industry."
This inaugural Saudi Arabia Mining Special Edition, produced in strategic alliance with the Future Minerals Forum and based on more than 60 interviews, explores how the Kingdom is reshaping its mining sector to become a global leader and is setting the tone for the mining agenda.