MENDOZA, ARGENTINA. July 24, 2014. Argentina Mining is pleased to announce an update regarding its convention, the 10th edition of the Premium event on Mining in Argentina, International Convention on Business Opportunities in Exploration, Geology and Mining, “Argentina Mining 2014”, that will take place September 3-5, 2014, in Salta Province. The convention will be held at the Conventions Center from Salta, located at the entrance of the city on the road that leads to International Airport Martín Miguel de Güemes.
Argentina Mining is the premium international meeting of the mining sector in our country and it takes place biennially since 1996. Mining conferences have taken place in South America since 1995, and Argentina Mining 2014 will be the tenth edition of this important event in our country. Previously, also Bolivia Mining 95, 99 and 2001 and Ecuador Mining 97 were held.
Argentina Mining is an excellent opportunity to establish business contacts; to promote mining properties; to offer products and services; to become informed on mining regulation and policies, as well as to be updated in the evolution of mining projects and exploration plans, everything in a fully focused mining environment, alongside its key players.
Once again Salta –one of the most important provinces concerning Mining- will be the venue for the convention. In this event, the main referents of the mining activity in Argentina will be present. An exhibition of more than 80 booths will be held, and more than 300 companies will be participating, an important presence of mining companies, a show of drill cores and multiple opportunities for networking in the social program. More than 2000 people are expected to visit the convention.
The international Convention, Argentina Mining 2014 was declared of provincial interest by the Government of Salta and San Juan.
In keeping with tradition, the attraction of the event is its program. More than 40 executives and Government representatives will be part of the conference program that will include the upgrade of mines in operation, mining projects, CSR experiences –exploration and operation-, environment, Government policies, and legal and financial issues, among other topics. The key issues to understand the mining activity in Argentina will be provided.
The event will be addressed to executives from mining companies operating in Argentina or evaluating the region, as well as providers searching for business opportunities. According to previous editions, more than 50% of the attendees hold management positions.
Highlights of the next Edition of Argentina Mining 2014 are:
- The convention counts with the support of international bodies like: the Canadian Embassy, Australian Embassy and Austrade, Chilean Embassy and ProChile, British Embassy, South African Embassy, Polish Embassy and Argentine-Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
- Three-day conference featuring renowned local and international speakers.
- Exhibition of mining projects and service/product offering of top suppliers.
- Multiple networking opportunities.
- Presence of most mining companies currently working or interested in the country.
- 2000 people are expected at the convention: delegates, exhibitors and visitors. Most of the attendants are directors and professionals from the main Mining companies operating in the area, as Major as Junior, explorers and companies that have operating mines.
Blue-chip companies who have confirmed their presence as sponsors at the 10th International Convention on Business Opportunities in Exploration, Geology and Mining, Argentina Mining 2014, are: Orocobre (Lithium), José Cartellone Construcciones Civiles (Platinum); ALS, Mansfield, Silver Standard Resources, SRK Consulting (Gold); Troy Resources Argentina, Ausenco, Grupo AGV y Puente (Silver); First Quantum y Latinominería (Copper); Barrick, Mexplort, Pascual & Asociados, Estudio Randle y Bayton (Bronze).
For more information about participating companies, the conference program and ways to participate, visit
www.argentinamining.com
About Argentina Mining:
Argentina Mining is an Events and Marketing firm focused on the Argentinean mining market, with offices in Mendoza and Salta. Its objectives are gathering the mining community in Argentina and providing a place to promote the activity in the world, developing business opportunities for its members. The company organizes the premium international event of the Argentinean mining sector, the Argentina Mining Convention, which takes place biennially in Argentina since 1996, and the Latin Exploration Conference, among others. Additionally, it provides advisory services in public relations and marketing and develops supplementary products. For further information please visit
www.argentinamining.com
