Delegates at MINEXCHANGE 2025 were keen to discuss how the latest technologies can be used to optimise their operations. Molycop’s Stevan Ostojic and Geoffrey Veytia give us their take-aways from the four-day event.
Key Facts
- Delegates at MINEXCHANGE 2025 wanted to speak in person about how new mining and mineral processing tech can optimise their operations.
- Processing difficult and variable ores was identified as a common challenge.
- Molycop continues to prioritise knowledge sharing and sponsorship of up-and-coming talent by participating in events such as MINEXCHANGE.
We spoke with both Stevan and Geoffrey about the hot topics right now in mining and mineral processing.
Stevan Ostojic, Molycop Technology Manager
What were your key takeaways from MINEXCHANGE 2025?
There was a big showing of metallurgists/mineral processors from around the world. This year MINEXCHANGE included World Gold, which meant that there was a specific focus on gold mining operations. I found attendees were keen to discuss ways to implement new technologies to optimise their operations. And they wanted to see the latest developments in mineral processing in person.
Why do you think it’s important for Molycop to actively participate in events like this?
It allows us to have direct face-to-face contact with customers and potential customers. Plus, it provides us great exposure to Molycop's technology business. Many customers aren’t aware that we have a broad technology offering now.What industry trends or challenges stood out to you during discussions at the event?
The biggest challenge is difficult and variables ores and the difficulties in processing them. Another challenge is manpower and how to best use technology to get the most from the current manpower on site. Undoubtedly, one of the biggest trends examined at the conference was AI. In fact, the keynote speech was ‘AI: Innovation and Disruption – The Path Forward’.How do these conferences help shape the future of mining and mineral processing?
They provide a platform to share ideas with a large group of people. Through the exchange of ideas, we can catalyse the development of new technologies and solutions to customer problems. They also facilitate the quick spread and adoption of technologies that are proven to work.Geoffrey Veytia, Molycop Regional Commercial Manager
What were some of the most valuable conversations you had at the event?
They were with the students, both those we sponsored to attend and those we didn’t. There is excitement within the next generation of engineers when they see the mining and mineral processing industry and the overall participation at these shows.
How did attendees respond to Molycop’s presence and messaging this year?
The response to our booth was positive – clients were excited to hear about the wide range of products and services we offer.
Molycop has been a long-time title sponsor of the Mineral Processing Division (MPD) Scotch Nightcap. How do proceeds support students?
The MPD Scotch Nightcap is a great event that facilitates our engagement with clients in a fun, social environment that includes live music and dancing. All proceeds go towards the MPD Student Scholarship Fund, which awards varying scholarships to more than a dozen students in both graduate and undergraduate programs.
Molycop also supported the SME MPD Luncheon, which recognises industry leaders and students. Why is it important to back events like this?
Recognising professional and academic leaders in the mining industry keeps Molycop engaged with the leaders of today and the future. It’s important to continue our partnership beyond the standard supplier/customer transactional relationship.
We sponsored two students this year, including Kaveh Asgari from West Virginia University. How does supporting students align with Molycop’s vision for the industry’s future?
Being able to provide financial assistance to students, specifically metallurgical/mineral processing engineering students, alleviates some of their financial stresses as well as differentiates us from other suppliers.
Geoffrey Veytia (right) with Kaveh Asgari from West Virginia University who won the SME MPD Fred Bond Award.
