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CHAMBER OF MINES BURKINA FASO

"Despite recent security challenges, Burkina Faso has a strong track record of opening an average of 1.2 new mines annually since 2010. We expect this trend to continue."

SEMS EXPLORATION

"We believe technology should enhance, not replace, the role of geologists in exploration."

BLU ROCK MINING SERVICES

"The signs indicate a promising trend for exploration, particularly in copper, cobalt, and lithium, especially in Zambia."

MINEQUIP TECHNICAL SERVICES

"We have focused on the Kolwezi region, where our major customers are concentrated and have set up a large storage warehouse there."

BUREAU VERITAS

“People are often comfortable with the status quo and using techniques they know, but things are changing rapidly in our industry.”

ORMSTON LIST FRAWLEY LLP

"The biggest challenge is that mineral projects take a long time to explore and develop, while markets offer comparatively short windows for financing."