Latest Publications

Soft sensors for process control improvements

Reducing downtime and improving grade tracking accuracy in copper flotation using virtual sensors

Jun 15, 2023 - Simon Zieleniewski

Mine-to-mill analytics and mill optimisation

Improving milling throughput performance at a large-scale copper mine through the development of a mine-to-mill analytics solution

May 30, 2023 - Simon Zieleniewski

The Tungsten Supply Chain: Lessons From a Century of Conflict

China’s dominance of the tungsten supply chain has reshaped global markets, defence policy, and critical mineral supply chains.

May 12, 2026 - Kevin Brunelli, Simon Zieleniewski, Tim Rose

The Pinjarra Gallium Plant (operating 1989-1991, 1996-1997): Lessons for today’s critical minerals landscape

The critical minerals landscape has become an important topic for governments and industry. Here is a brief history and analysis of the failed Pinjarra Gallium Plant project - the findings remain relevant to today's policy and decision makers. 

Jan 29, 2025 - Tim Rose

What if Russia imposes nickel export restrictions?

The implications of a Russian nickel export ban. Should Western nations be nervous?

Oct 18, 2024 - Simon Zieleniewski, Tim Rose

Analysing changes to global nickel flows – the rise of Indonesia

Indonesia's growing control of nickel supply chains and the global repercussions

Sep 30, 2024 - Simon Zieleniewski

Ammonium nitrate in the mining industry – changes since the Russia-Ukraine conflict

War and geopolitics are driving changes to ammonium nitrate trade flows and prices.

Mar 12, 2024 - Simon Zieleniewski

Drought in the Panama Canal: Unearthing the Hidden Impact on the Mining Supply Chain

How the Panama Canal Drought Impacts the Mining Supply Chain

Dec 12, 2023 - Scott Thomsett