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Geological
The exploration, investigation and evaluation of geological deposits and materials which host valuable mineral and energy resources
Mining Engineering & Surveying
The process of evaluating the potential of mining prospects, designing mining solutions and extracting ore materials in open pit or underground mines and quarries
Mineral Processing
The suite of processes used to separate valuable minerals from their host rock and each other
Environmental & Social
Environmental and social aspects of existing, proposed and closed mine sites
Energy
The identification, assessment & development of primary & renewable energy. Providing alternative energy options for mining operations or the exploitation of geological energy resources
Software & Digital
Specialist software developers and expertise in the use of software applications, databases and digital technology
Analysis & Testing
Facilities include chemical & mineralogical analysis laboratories, physical testing & portable chemical, geotechnical & geophysical test capability, as well as bench, pilot & full-scale mineral processing test facilities
Research & Training
Cornwall hosts the famous Camborne School of Mines & a range of other R&D facilities applying expertise in geology, mining engineering and mineral processing to world-leading research and teaching
Contractors & Supply Chain
Contractors and supply chain businesses that fabricate and retail products or provide services to the industry
Professional Support Services
Businesses offering professional business services to the local, national and international extractive industry
Mines & Quarries
Established working mines and quarries who share valuable expertise and operational best practice to the global mining industry
Mining Heritage
Cornwall hosts mining World Heritage Sites, exemplars of post-mining restoration & local cultural organisations