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On Friday, June 12 at 10:00 am MT, join SME's Automation and Robotics Committee (ARC) for an important virtual planning meeting highlighting a series of key activities for member engagement.Learn more about how you can get involved in the MINEXCHANGE 2027 technical program, participate in the development of a proposed ARC journal, represent ARC on other SME committees, be a featured speaker in SME's Webinar Series, and more! https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/sT7vRMM3Q460S3AUjM6YSg#/registration

Join SME Gila Valley for the 1st Annual Mine & Wine Tour 🍷⛏️ This event supports our mission to advance mining and metallurgy through education, networking, and community engagement. Register to connect with professionals, learn about current practices, and explore how our regional industry is evolving. For your ticket, you get: Event-themed Tote Bus ride to/from Wilcox, AZ 3 Free Tasting room sessions

The North American Tunneling conference (NAT) is the premier biennial tunneling event for North America, bringing together the brightest, most resourceful and innovative minds in the tunneling and underground construction industry.

Register for the upcoming Mine Slope & Subsidence Meeting on June 15, 9 a.m. Welcome and Introductions - Sam Spearing, Spokane Mining Research Division, Spokane, WA, NIOSH The Utilization of LiDar in Underground Mining Health and Safety Research at NIOSH Nicole Evanek, Pittsburg Mining Research Division, Pittsburg, PA, NIOSH Global Navigation Satellite Systems: Where are we Now and What the Future Holds Lee Hellen-Kurloo, (Recorded talk) InSar and Integrated Data with AI Geotechnical Tools. Rob McEwan, KorrAI, Ontario, Canada

Mining companies across the value chain, from owners to service providers and equipment suppliers, are exploring AI, automation, and robotics. The challenge is not just the technology, but how to successfully implement it and build acceptance across teams and throughout the full life cycle of a mine. Join SME’s Virtual Section for a dynamic panel discussion featuring experts from the Automation & Robotics Committee (ARC). You’ll hear candid insights on what works, what doesn’t, and how organizations are navigating real-world challenges. Featured panelists include: Joel Haight (University of Pittsburgh), Brad Baillio (Epiroc), Jim Haughey (Komatsu), Nathalie Risso (University of Arizona), Ben Miller (mule.bot), and Jordan Oxborrow (Automation Engineer)—moderated by Steve Schafrik (University of Kentucky).

All:      JOLT was formed to assist the communities in NW Colorado transition their economies from the coal based power infrastructure to what may come next.  As part of their process they hold an annual summit, and this year it is in Grand Junction.  Members of the Colorado Plateau Section of SME are invited.  There is a registration fee, so don't skip over that piece.  The e-mail we received is attached, I was unable to load the speaker list, but it should be on the website if you wish to see it.  I listed my contact information and I'll forward you the e-mail with the speaker list from Ray if you need more information.  Hope you find it informative. You won’t want to miss this!                                                                            SAVE THE DATE!!                                                                                                                                                       JUNE 18 - 19, Grand Junction, Colo. Colorado Mesa University Meyer Ballroom 1455 N 12th St. Join us in Grand Junction Colorado for the Fourth Annual Colorado Energy Summit! The Jolt Committee really wants to see you attend this one-of-a-kind Energy Summit and If you are Looking for speakers who will EDUCATE attendees about ALL THE ABOVE Energy options as we transition from traditional sources, please mark your calendar. We have a robust line-up of speakers such as the Colorado Mining Assoc. We have a panel on Wind Energy and Integrated Energy Systems. A panel on the Government Obstacles to Energy Development. It’s also been confirmed we will have Deputy Director of the Interior giving the keynote address. This is your invitation to the fourth annual Energy Summit and seating will be limited, so don’t delay registering! Please see the attached agenda of speakers and their topics We hope you plan to attend this jampacked conference to learn what’s happening in the world of Energy! Registration for the NW Energy Summit will be $100/person and you can register on our website at joltenergysummit.com, using the QR code with payment options.   JOLT (Joint Organizations Leading Transition) is a collaborative group of current and former elected officials, higher education, and private-sector leaders with a united voice for rural Colorado. We advocate for energy-impacted communities, promote an “all-of-the-above” energy economy, and educate the public about energy diversity. Hope to see you at the fourth Annual Colorado Energy Summit in Grand Junction, CO, June 18 -19, 2026, at Colorado Mesa University!  If you have any questions, please contact me or any committee member. Below are a couple of hotel options for your stay. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Junction for 169.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book: Monday, May 18, 2026 The group code is JLTJLTA. or call Lisa at (248)930-8183 Courtyard by Marriott Grand Junction for 169.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book: Monday, May 18, 2026 The group code is JLTJLTA. or call Lisa at (248)930-8183 Montrose County Commissioner Sue Hansen Delta County Commissioner Wendell Koontz Dr. Lisa Jones-CNCC President Former Representative Rose Pugliese Mesa County Commissioner Bobbie Daniel Mandy Miller-Shactee Engineering Matt Shuler-Editor for the Jackson County Star   Ray Beck 970-629-0409 beckr328@gmail.com Chair for JOLT

You are invited to attend the next meeting for the SME South Texas Minerals Section. Speaker: TBD Subject: TBD When:  June 18, 2026, from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM (CT) Where:   Oasis Grill & Bar, 4425 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi, TX 78412 Community:   South Texas Minerals SME Section There will be a $10/person meeting fee.  Please RSVP to smts.sme@gmail.com

The SME Midweek Member Mixer (MMM) is a bi-monthly, 1/2 hour virtual networking event. MMM is held the second Wednesday of every other month at 9:00 am Mountain Time. Join each event to discuss industry topics and SME programs. 

$400 Member | $450 Non-member Course includes:Course materials, sampling demonstration, lunch and refreshments Overview This course covers the Theory of Sampling (ToS) essentials that have the greatest impact on cost and operations, and the resulting concerns, issues, and compromises. Examples of implementation of samplers for on-stream analysis and process control are provided along with best practices and pitfalls to be avoided. It is presented from a mineral processing perspective, but the fundamentals are applicable to virtually any plant. Information and examples are kept simple and are easily grasped. Anyone associated with mineral processing and similar plant processes will benefit by understanding the basics. For example, plant Operations & Maintenance, those who develop flowsheets, plant designers, etc. Particularly, process engineers, metallurgical staff, management, lab personnel, and design engineers will find the course useful. Course Content Basics of Representative Sampling Why it Matters Overview – Types of Samplers Typical Challenges and Problems What to Sample & Where Considerations in New Plant Design Considerations in Retrofitting Existing Installations Discussion of the Inevitable Compromises Instructors Mick L McCaslin, PE; McCaslin Consulting LLCTom Strombotne, Senior Product Applications Specialist – Minerals, Thermo Fisher Scientific REGISTER

 International Conference on Ground Control in Mining August 10-11, 2026 | Charleston, WV Participate in achieving practical ground control solutions in mining at the 45th International Conference on Ground Control in Mining. By attending, you will experience two days of highly focused technical programs that you can put into practice at your organization, get access to the type of industry research and insights you need from today’s thought leaders, and connect with other professionals in the industry. Learn more here: groundcontrolmining.org

Objectives and Content This course aims to demonstrate how mineral economics and mine management add sustainable value to a mining project or corporation. In addition to addressing how mineral policy and investment timing affect asset value, the course will cover the following topics: the capital, commercial, investment, operational, and innovation strategies of a mining enterprise; valuing a mine asset; project and portfolio management techniques for mining corporations; capacity planning; conventional and alternative finance approaches for mining projects; mining accounting and taxation; equipment availability and maintenance; sustainability, standardization, and mining. Learn More Instructor: Mustafa Kumral, McGill University Venue: Montreal, QC For more information please contact:CIM Events and Professional DevelopmentTel: 514.939.2710, ext. 1344E-mail: professionaldevelopment@cim.org

Strategic Mine Planning with New Digital Technologies, Risk Management and Mineral Value Chains Objectives and Content At the time of a continuing rebound of metal markets, learn how the application of new digital technologies can add substantial value to strategic mine planning and asset valuation. The new technologies and related tools integrate technical risk management while capitalizing on the synergies amongst the elements of mineral value chains through their simultaneous optimization – from mines to products to markets. Learn how you can improve performance by: Learning the state-of-the-art strategic mine planning concepts and new approaches that unlock and add value to mining assets Finding out how to minimize technical risks and produce optimal pit designs with strategic mine planning processes and the next generation optimization methods Discovering methods and tools for the simultaneous risk-managing (stochastic) optimization of mining complexes and mineral value chains from mines to products to markets Discovering how the new developments will help you capture the “upside potential” in mine plans and minimize “downside risks”, as well as increase cash flows Exploring and learning from real-world examples, practices and comparisons in diverse applications, from gold and copper mines to iron ore and nickel laterites Understanding how to deal with blending and non-linear geometallurgical interactions in the processing streams, as materials are transformed from bulk material to refined products Participating in hands-on computer sessions that show how to increase project value by employing new risk-managing simultaneous optimization models Learn More Please note: It is strongly recommended that participants bring a laptop. Instructors: Roussos Dimitrakopoulos, McGill University Montreal, Canada  Venue: Montreal, QC For more information please contact:CIM Events and Professional DevelopmentTel: 514.939.2710, ext. 1344E-mail: professionaldevelopment@cim.org

Geostatistical Evaluation of Mineral Resources and their Uncertainty under the New Regulatory Environment Objectives and Content This course is designed according to the latest regulations on public reporting of Mineral Resources. It aims at showing how state-of-the-art statistical and geostatistical techniques help answer the requirements of those regulations in an objective and reproducible manner. A particular emphasis is put on understanding sampling and estimation errors and related uncertainties, as well as how to assign levels of estimation confidence through the application of resource classification fundamentals. In addition to a solid introduction to mining geostatistics, this course provides a comprehensive overview of how modern techniques, such as conditional simulations, are currently applied in the industry. Attendees will learn: How to conceive of and produce mineral resource models that address the short- and long-term needs of mining companies How to extract geological insights from the statistical analysis of data The sources of error and uncertainty at different stages in the mineral resources modelling process The advantages and limitations of different estimation and simulation methods How to incorporate the knowledge of geological controls of mineralization in the mineral resources workflow How to validate and reconcile mineral resources estimates How to communicate mineral resources estimates and their confidence in compliance with the standards of NI43-101, SEC Mining Disclosure Rules and JORC The various uses of conditional simulations, such as quantification of the uncertainty in mineral resources and value of information studies, strategic mine planning and project evaluation How to integrate orebody simulations into mining planning Learn More Please note: It is strongly recommended that participants bring a laptop. No previous exposure to statistics and geostatistics is required. Instructors: David F. Machuca, SRK Consulting and Roussos Dimitrakopoulos, McGill University  Venue: Montreal, QC For more information please contact:CIM Events and Professional DevelopmentTel: 514.939.2710, ext. 1344E-mail: professionaldevelopment@cim.org

From the East to the West Coast, North America’s tunneling industry is flourishing. The annual Cutting Edge Conference examines the latest advances in tunneling technology, its methodology and how they can be harnessed to assist the nation’s major upcoming underground projects. You’ll find cutting edge perspectives on a range of topics, including meeting industry challenges, developments in materials technology, and methodologies in sustainability.

The SME Arizona Conference is the leading conference for regional collaboration and growth in the mining industry in the southwest, specifically Arizona. The conference focuses on the development, technology and innovations used in local area projects.

An intensive one-day conference where you can keep up on project updates, learn strategies for overcoming challenges, and discuss surrounding critical industry issues.

At MINEXCHANGE, you’re surrounded by people as excited and passionate about the mining industry as you. Join leaders from around the industry where you’ll learn the latest on today’s critical topics from innovation to responsible mining.

Every two years, industry leaders and practitioners from around the world gather at the Rapid Excavation and Tunneling Conference (RETC), the authoritative program for the tunneling profession, to learn about the most recent advances and breakthroughs in this unique field. This comprehensive conference helps practicing professionals keep up with the ever-changing and growing tunneling industry. Stay on top of new trends and technologies as well as innovative concepts, new equipment, materials, management, financing, and design challenges.

An intensive one-day conference where you can keep up on project updates, learn strategies for overcoming challenges, and discuss surrounding critical industry issues.

At MINEXCHANGE, you’re surrounded by people as excited and passionate about the mining industry as you. Join leaders from around the industry where you’ll learn the latest on today’s critical topics from innovation to responsible mining.