Aspermont Limited (ASX:ASP) announced it will bring together more than 2,000 mining industry participants, including over 500 executives and 100 speakers, at its co-located Future of Mining Australia and MiningNews Select conferences in Perth on June 16-17, 2026. The events come at a time of significant transformation for the global resources sector, with themes including technology and innovation, energy transition, sustainability and workforce development taking center stage.
According to the company, the conferences will feature discussions on defense and critical minerals, connected mine automation, global mining policy developments and artificial intelligence adoption. The agenda also includes a start-up pitch competition, executive leadership roundtable and workforce development initiatives. Speakers will represent government, major mining companies, investment groups and technology organizations.
The events are designed to address operational, strategic and investment challenges facing the global resources sector, which is currently navigating resource nationalism, commodity supply pressures and accelerating automation. Aspermont’s mining and energy media portfolio, including Mining Magazine, Australia’s Mining Monthly, MiningNews.net and Energy News Bulletin, supports the conferences.
Aspermont CEO Alex Thurley said in the announcement that the co-located events will provide a comprehensive platform for the industry to tackle its most pressing issues. “The mining sector is at a crossroads, and these conferences will bring together the key players to share insights and strategies for the future,” he said.
The importance of these gatherings cannot be overstated. The mining industry is a cornerstone of the global economy, providing essential raw materials for everything from construction to technology. However, it faces mounting pressures from environmental concerns, geopolitical tensions and the need for rapid technological advancement. Events like the Future of Mining Australia and MiningNews Select serve as critical forums for stakeholders to align on best practices and innovative solutions.
For attendees, the conferences offer a unique opportunity to network with peers, learn from industry leaders and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies. The start-up pitch competition, for instance, will showcase new ventures that could disrupt traditional mining operations. The workforce development initiatives aim to address skills shortages and attract new talent to the sector.
Aspermont operates a scalable Content-as-a-Service (CaaS) model, delivering premium content to over 3 million users and 5,000 corporate clients across 150 countries. The company is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, with core hubs in the UK, Australia, Brazil, USA, Canada, Singapore and the Philippines. For more information, visit Aspermont’s website.
The conferences underscore the industry’s shift toward sustainability and digitalization, with automation and AI adoption being key topics. As the world transitions to cleaner energy sources, critical minerals like lithium, cobalt and rare earths are in high demand, making the discussions on defense and critical minerals particularly timely.
Overall, the events represent a significant gathering for the mining community, providing a platform to shape the future of the industry amid rapid change.
