DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS, IBRAM
"For iron ore, our logistics infrastructure is quite competitive. We have three different railways, two out of Minas Gerais and one out of Carajás, and very good ports."
"We are the first company in the world to produce a mine-duty battery charger that is designed for underground mining, and that was done more than 10 years ago!"
"The industry is relatively conservative. Although there have been some excellent improvements in productivity, I would say that a global lack of qualified labor has driven the shift from mechanical to automated drills."
"There is a noticeable change taking place in Québec's mining sector, with an increased interest in exploring new technologies and fostering innovative thinking."
"Integrating advanced technologies that improve conveyor belt productivity is our central challenge, both to oversee rollers and pulleys operations, and to avoid or reduce fire risk."
"In the summer and winter of 2023, the heli-portable drill will be the star of the show, especially regarding environmental impact and access to land factors."
Mexico's chemical industry faces challenges in securing a reliable feedstock supply and maintaining global competitiveness. A shift towards sustainable energy and local production could provide long-term growth opportunities, and some sectors are booming, including Mexico's dynamic chemical distribution market.