28 - 29 September 2026

The St. Regis New Capital, Cairo

UNLOCKING EGYPT AND THE ARABIAN NUBIAN SHIELD'S EXPLORATION POTENTIAL

ABOUT THE TECHNICAL CONFERENCE

Spotlighting geoscience, exploration technologies, and operational excellence, the Technical Conference at the Egypt Mining Forum delves into the latest advancements in mineral exploration.

Developed in collaboration with leading geologists, geophysicists, exploration managers, and technology innovators, the technical sessions deliver expert-led insights and project case studies that highlight the latest trends redefining mineral exploration and the best practices driving new commercial discoveries.

TECHNICAL CATEGORIES

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ARABIAN NUBIAN SHIELD GEOLOGY

• Geological evolution of Egypt and the Arabian Nubian Shield
• Comparative studies across different parts of the Shield
• Mapping and mineral potential assessment within the Shield
• Exploration implications for Greenfield and Brownfield terrains
• Targeting and evaluation of critical minerals within the region
• Structural and economic geology applications of the Shield

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GEOPHYSICAL METHODS

• Airborne magnetic, gravity, and radiometric surveys
• Seismic and electromagnetic methods for subsurface imaging
• Ground-based and drone-assisted geophysical applications
• Data integration, inversion, and interpretation techniques
• Seismic methods and exploration seismic methods for subsurface characterisation

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EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES & INNOVATION

• Emerging technologies in mineral targeting and prospecting
• Subsurface intelligence and technological innovation
• GIS and remote sensing
• Intelligent mining solutions - the use of AI in ground selection
• Geoscience data Integration for mineral exploration

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ADVANCES IN DRILLING

• Innovative drilling techniques for hard rock and frontier terrains
• Core recovery optimisation and sample quality assurance
• Drilling automation, robotics, and safety innovations
• Integration of geotechnical and geological data from drilling
• Planning an effective drilling campaign

3
GEOCHEMISTRY & LAB SAMPLING

• Soil, rock, and stream sediment geochemistry for mineral exploration
• Geochemical vectoring and pathfinder element analysis
• Portable analytical tools
• Laboratory innovations and quality assurance/quality control protocols
• Geochemical databases and data interpretation best practices

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EXPLORATION TO MINE DEVELOPMENT

• Transitioning from exploration to feasibility and mine development
• Resource estimation, classification, and reporting standards
• Geological inputs to mine design, planning, and optimisation
• Case studies of successful projects that have moved from discovery to full scale production

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MINE OPERATIONS

• Mine design, planning, and scheduling optimisation for productivity and safety
• Open-pit and underground mining methods and engineering solutions
• Equipment performance, maintenance strategies, and cost control
• Mineral extraction, material handling, and haulage efficiency
• Automation, digital mine management, and real-time monitoring systems
• Sustainable and responsible mining practices; ethical governance and environmental stewardship

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NEXT-GEN WORKFORCE

• Workforce upskilling and reskilling
• Collaboration between universities, industry and government
• Gender and youth engagement in mining careers
• The role of leadership and career development in mining
• Talent acquisition strategies
• People management and continuous development
• Strategic HR management and planning

2026 TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

TIMELINE

  1. Call for papers opens

    Wednesday 14 January

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  2. Call for papers closes

    Thursday 23 April

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  3. Author Notifications

    May

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  4. Egypt Mining Forum 2026 Opens

    Monday 28 - Tuesday 29 September

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