"5G is on its way; it will provide the infrastructure needed to deploy the full range of innovations and open a world of possibilities for the DRC's mining sector."
"Veolia has been heavily focused on further developing activities in the mining industry, especially to deliver additional value through byproduct recovery solutions."
"We continue to make strategic investments, even in politically uncertain environments, demonstrating our commitment to serving clients in the face of challenges."
"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."
"Mines are relying on service providers like BME to not only deliver security of supply and quality product, but also to train and upskill mine staff."
2025 was a year of change for Ontario’s mining industry. Canada’s evolving international relationships heightened the focus on economic sovereignty, while federal and provincial elections brought critical minerals to the forefront of policy discussions. The provincial government’s ‘One Project, One Process’ framework aims to reduce permitting delays, as critical mineral prices show early signs of recovery from a prolonged weak cycle.