The European perspective in focus at Euro Mine Expo 2014

As the mining industry gathers for the fourth time on the 10^th of June in Skellefteå, Sweden, the European perspective is in focus.

Although Europe is rich in natural resources it is a significant net-importer of most metals and
minerals needed to sustain the European economy. The securing of long-term supply of raw materials is crucial and there is an awareness of the need to promote mining within Europe in order to reduce the import dependency of minerals. At EU and national levels new policies and strategies are now being developed aiming to strengthening Europe’s mineral sector.

The European Commission has stated that non-energy raw materials are vital inputs for the EU
economy. At the same time access to such raw material for EU industry and citizens is becoming increasingly difficult.

At the Euro Mine Expo conference in Skellefteå, one day is reserved for the European mining industry. Amongst the speakers we find Marita Ulvskog, member of the European parliament. Ulvskog will speak on the topic Europe’s Raw Material Challenges.

An insight into the European Intelligence Network on the Supply of Raw Materials will be delivered by Juha Kaija, GTK, Geological Survey of Finland. Kaija is the project manager of European Commision´s FP7 project Minerals4EU.

Sven Renner, Head of the Global Extractive Resources at BGR (Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources), will also contribute by speaking on the topic National Mineral Strategies.

Euro Mine Expo also hosts a trade fair. ”The exhibition has been growing and will in 2014 cover more than 1600 square meters indoors” says Ann-Sofie Greander, sales manager for Euro Mine Expo. “2014 is no exception; the exhibitors registered are not only European, we will see companies from all over the globe” Greander continues. The trade fair with more than 200 exhibitors provides a unique
opportunity to meet companies and forge new business contacts in exploration, mining, equipment suppliers, service and consultants.

The indoor area is fully booked, but there are still outdoor stands available.

The ambitious goal in 2008 was to create the best meeting place for the mining industry in Europe,
the team behind Euro Mine Expo seems to be well underway.

Contact:
Jaana Tengman
Project Manager
Email: jaana.tengman@euromineexpo.com
Phone: +46 (0)910 547 61
Mobile: +46 (0)70 264 83 45

Euro Mine Expo is held June 10-12 2014 in Skellefteå, Sweden. The International Trade Fair and Conference for the mining industry and its suppliers will be arranged for the fourth time at the very heart of Sweden’s mining industry. In this region tradition and history go hand in hand with technical development and innovative ideas.