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Join us on this episode of Mining Now as we delve into the dynamic world of mining innovations, sustainability efforts, and future industry trends. Our guest host, Gus Minor, engages in an insightful conversation with Pierre Julien, President Americas, and Vikram Jayaraman MBA, M.Eng, Senior Vice President – North America Business Operations, both from DRA Global.

In this engaging discussion, we explore the bustling mining industry with DRA Global, industry leaders who pride themselves on introducing new technologies and designs to mining operations. Discover the significant shift in mining focus – from traditional engineering approaches to a business case-driven methodology, integrating mineral economics and ESG considerations. Learn how this approach is transforming mining projects and fostering sustainability.

Uncover the crucial importance of attracting fresh talent to the mining sector. Explore the innovative strategies being employed to rebrand the industry and attract a new generation of passionate individuals, ensuring a robust and sustainable future for mining.

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🔸 Speaker 1: Pierre Julien - President Americas
🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierrejulien1/
🔸 Speaker 2: Vikram Jayaraman MBA, M.Eng - Senior Vice President – North America Business Operations
🔸 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikram-jayaraman-47485a7/
🔸 Website: https://www.draglobal.com/
🔸 Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dra-global/

Chapters
0:25 - Introduction and overview of the current state of the mining industry
1:46 - Shifting focus towards business case and ESG considerations
4:07 - Addressing the challenge of attracting talent to the mining industry
7:40 - Promoting mining for society and engaging younger generations
9:28 - Exploring the role of innovation and technology in the industry
14:05 - Supporting and de-risking innovative technologies in mining
19:34 - Unforeseen opportunities and shifts in the mining industry

🔹 Mining NOW
Mining Now is a joint mining podcast and web series produced by CIM/ICM and Crownsmen Partners. Join us to learn about the latest innovations in operating mines to increase energy efficiency and production. We look into modern mining and processing equipment including autonomous vehicles and IOT technology. Experts tackle everything from skilled labour shortages to team building to meeting evolving safety regulations. This is the mining of today that will shape the mines of tomorrow.

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🔹 The Team
Hosted by: Gus Minor | LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/47bCZB1

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