Founding Partner

Our purpose is to bring people and resources together to build a better world. We do this through our strategy to deliver long-term value and returns through the cycle.   At BHP, we're focused on the resources the world needs to develop and decarbonise. Copper for renewable energy. Nickel for electric vehicles. Potash for sustainable farming. Iron ore and metallurgical coal for the steel needed for global infrastructure and the energy transition. A resources mix for today and for the future.  We supply resources essential for everyday life and economic development, and many are key to a lower carbon world. We’re committed to growing value for everyone who depend on and support us.

Headline Sponsor

Minetek Water is the trusted partner for mining and industrial leaders needing to manage wastewater safely, sustainably, and cost-effectively. Minetek solves the critical challenge of wastewater management with the world's largest range of mechanical water evaporation systems, engineered to withstand even the harshest mining and industrial environments. Designed for maximum mobility, efficiency and reliability, Minetek’s solutions help operators meet compliance, reduce risk, and stay focused on production. With over 700 projects delivered across diverse climates and 30 countries, Minetek is a proven leader in water management for mining, power, oil and gas, and heavy industry.

Co-Sponsor

Co-Sponsor

Established in 1974, INTERA is an employee-owned geoscience and engineering consulting firm offering expertise in developing and applying system-level models and other quantitative tools that incorporate a project’s complete water balance and allow our clients to make informed decisions with respect to overall water management. Whether it is designing and implementing a testing program capable of evaluating a wide range of hydraulic properties, models that must accurately estimate an impact to water quantity or quality, or strategies that garner stakeholder and regulatory agency support, INTERA delivers solutions for each phase of the mining life cycle.

Associate Sponsor

Proxa delivers state-of-the-art water treatment solutions, setting the benchmark for reliability and operational efficiency. With more than 30 years of experience leveraging our global team’s technical knowledge to support the mining and industrial sectors across Australia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East with projects delivering on customer expectations. Proxa provides continuous improvement, customised solutions that minimise waste across mining and critical minerals projects enhancing our clients water balance. Our end-to-end capabilities span consulting, research & development, design, engineering, equipment supply, construction, plant modernisation and rapid-response emergency solutions. Once plants are installed, we offer comprehensive management, commissioning, training, operations, maintenance, technical support services, remote monitoring, chemicals, consumables and spare parts supply.

Exhibitor

Exhibitor

EarthScience Information Systems (EScIS) is an Australian company founded in 2003, helping organisations turn complex environmental data into confident decisions. We develop and implement ESdat, a proven platform for managing field, laboratory and data-logger workflows end to end—capture, validate, analyse, visualise and report. Built by experienced scientists and software developers, ESdat streamlines QA/QC, accelerates compliance reporting and makes data easy to share across projects and teams. From contaminated land and groundwater monitoring to mining and resource projects, ESdat supports high-volume datasets with traceability and audit-ready outputs. Trusted globally by utilities, local/state/federal government agencies, mining and energy groups, landfill operators and environmental consultancies, we help clients reduce risk, save time and focus on outcomes.

Exhibitor

Exhibitor

With over 50 years of experience and using proprietary products, Sovereign Hydroseal develops and successfully implements solutions to stop groundwater ingress into underground structures such as mines and tunnels. Sovereign Hydroseal’s proprietary polymer grout NOH2O is a high-performance alternative to ordinary cementitious or chemical resin grouts for controlling groundwater inflows. Sovereign develops site specific water control solutions for underground and open pit mines, tunnels, tailings storage facilities, shafts, civil construction sites and building basements. These solutions incorporate hydrogeological, geotechnical and grout engineering knowledge and expertise to achieve bespoke sustainable and cost-effective solutions.

Exhibitor

Established in 2000, Water Technology delivers rigorous, science-led solutions to complex water and environmental challenges across Australia and New Zealand with extensive experience in the mining sector. The firm’s expertise spans mine water management, surface water and groundwater assessment, water quality, geomorphology, ecology, remote sensing, flood and stormwater modelling, and integrated water management planning. Driven by a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled scientists, engineers and technical specialists, Water Technology blends analytical rigour with practical insights to support mining, government, infrastructure, and development sector; delivering sustainable and resilient outcomes for water systems and communities.

Supporter

Aquapax provides reliable bulk drinking water solutions for mining operations, with systems purpose-built for remote and high-demand environments. Our 1000 L water pods are delivered pallet-ready, require no on-site treatment, and can be rapidly deployed or integrated into existing potable systems and crib facilities. With consistent supply, extended shelf life, and independently tested water quality, Aquapax supports efficient site operations while reducing reliance on single-use plastic bottles.