Aspermont Limited (ASX: ASP) announced it will host the co-located Future of Mining Australia and MiningNews Select conferences in Perth on June 16-17, 2026, drawing more than 2,000 mining industry participants. The events come at a time of significant transformation in the global resources sector, driven by resource nationalism, commodity supply pressures, and accelerating automation.
The conferences will feature over 500 executives and 100 speakers from government, major mining companies, investment groups, and technology organizations. Key themes include technology and innovation, energy transition, sustainability, and workforce development. Sessions will cover defense and critical minerals, connected mine automation, global mining policy developments, and artificial intelligence adoption. Dedicated programs such as a start-up pitch competition, executive leadership roundtable, and workforce development initiatives are also planned.
According to the press release, the events are designed to address operational, strategic, and investment challenges facing the global resources sector. They are supported by Aspermont’s mining and energy media portfolio, which includes Mining Magazine, Australia’s Mining Monthly, MiningNews.net, and Energy News Bulletin.
Aspermont (ASX: ASP) is a B2B media company focused on global resource industries, operating a Content-as-a-Service (CaaS) model. The company delivers content to over 3 million users and 5,000 corporate clients across 150 countries, combining independent journalism, data intelligence, live summits, and targeted marketing services. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, Aspermont has core hubs in the UK, Australia, Brazil, USA, Canada, Singapore, and the Philippines.
The importance of these conferences lies in their timing amid industry shifts. Resource nationalism has increased as countries seek to control critical minerals, while supply chains face pressure from geopolitical tensions. Automation and AI adoption are reshaping mining operations, and the energy transition demands sustainable practices. The events provide a platform for stakeholders to collaborate on these challenges, offering insights into policy developments, technological advancements, and investment opportunities.
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