Due to ongoing travel and gathering restrictions, and the rise of COVID-19 infections around Australia, IMARC and its founding partners, have made the difficult but appropriate decision to reschedule the 2021 edition of the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC).

IMARC 2021 will move to the new dates of January 31 – February 2, 2022, with the hybrid event taking place in-person at the Melbourne Showgrounds, and online for those that cannot attend in-person.

While it is disappointing that this important industry event has had to be postponed, this is the responsible action to take under the circumstances, as the health and safety of IMARC’s participants is the number one priority.

BHP, MMG, Newcrest, Mitsui, OceanaGold and Kirkland Lake Gold have all confirmed their continued support for IMARC in January 2022, with their executive leadership teams confirmed to speak within the conference program.

In addition to the Federal Minister for Resources, the Hon Keith Pitt, and major sponsors METS Ignited, Caterpillar, ABB and World Gold Council who have also confirmed their support and participation.

IMARC 2021’s new dates are aligned with the expected easing of restrictions from all states across Australia, allowing for strong domestic representation.

The co-located Mines and Money Online Connect @ IMARC virtual event, will go ahead as planned from October 19-21.

In the lead up to January 2022, attendees will be invited to participate in the brand-new Talk It Forward Dialogue, a three-part virtual interview series of events.

Discussing big issues such as indigenous and community partnerships, environmental and sustainable principles, and attracting the next generation of STEM leaders; the series will feature specialists in these fields, providing an outsider’s perspective that will help take the mining industry forward. Register your interest here.

AustCham Korea looks forward to continuing our support of the event that will be bringing industry together to Melbourne from January 31 – February 2, 2022.