Geomechanics.io

  • Free Tools
Sign UpLog In
Built byBoxcut Studio

Geomechanics.io

Geomechanics, Streamlined.

© 2026 Geomechanics.io. All rights reserved.

Geomechanics.io

CMRR-ioGEODB-ioHYDROGEO-ioQCDB-ioFree Tools & CalculatorsBlogLatest Industry News

Industries

MiningConstructionTunnelling

Company

Terms of UsePrivacy PolicyLinkedIn
    Projects

    Global mineral race and 2026 IMARC: policy and funding takeaways for projects

    September 9, 2026|

    Reviewed by Tom Sullivan

    Global mineral race and 2026 IMARC: policy and funding takeaways for projects

    First reported on Australian Mining

    30 Second Briefing

    A looming “space race” for critical minerals is set to accelerate state-backed mining investment, with International Council on Mining and Metals chief executive Rohitesh Dhawan arguing that geopolitical competition could rapidly expand permitting, infrastructure funding and offtake guarantees. The 2026 International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) in Melbourne is being framed as a test of whether governments will move beyond rhetoric to concrete policy support, including streamlined approvals and public–private financing for new copper, nickel and rare earths projects.

    Technical Brief

    • Rohitesh Dhawan, CEO of the International Council on Mining and Metals, is driving the “space race” framing.

    Our Take

    The International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) features in several recent policy pieces in our database, signalling that its positions are increasingly shaping how governments frame project-approval pathways rather than just voluntary industry standards.

    Linking this IMARC 2026 discussion in Australia with the 2025–2026 coverage of Antofagasta and Newmont via ICMM suggests that copper- and gold-focused majors are likely to be key voices in any ‘mineral race’ debates over permitting speed versus ESG safeguards.

    With 121 Policy stories and 2386 tag-matched ‘Projects’ pieces in our coverage, Australia stands out as one of the most frequently cited jurisdictions where digitalisation themes flagged by Australian Mining are converging with high-level ICMM policy messaging on future project pipelines.

    Geotechnical Software for Modern Teams

    Centralise site data, logs, and lab results with GEODB-io, CMRR-io, and HYDROGEO-io.

    No credit card required.

    • Save and export unlimited calculations
    • Advanced data visualisation
    • Generate professional PDF reports
    • Cloud storage for all your projects

    Prepared by collating external sources, AI-assisted tools, and Geomechanics.io’s proprietary mining database, then reviewed for technical accuracy & edited by our geotechnical team.

    Related Articles

    DfT secrecy on Cosco UK port presence: risk takeaways for port engineers
    Policy
    about 22 hours ago

    DfT secrecy on Cosco UK port presence: risk takeaways for port engineers

    The Department for Transport has refused a freedom of information request to disclose what port facilities Chinese state-owned Cosco Shipping operates in the UK, after US officials alleged the firm has enabled Beijing to monitor US military communications. The decision limits public visibility of Cosco’s role in UK container terminals, logistics hubs and potential access to critical maritime data infrastructure such as fibre links and port management systems. Port planners, marine engineers and security consultants may face tighter scrutiny on future concessions, terminal upgrades and digital systems involving Chinese operators.

    Mining data transparency: what EITI revenues mean for project economics
    Policy
    about 22 hours ago

    Mining data transparency: what EITI revenues mean for project economics

    Mining transparency rules under the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative now cover 56 countries and about 3,900 entities, with governments disclosing $3.6 trillion in extractive revenue and using project-level models to renegotiate deals such as the DRC’s Sicomines copper-cobalt agreement, which lifted planned infrastructure investment to $7 billion from $3 billion. EITI-backed fiscal analysis has halted or reshaped major transactions, including Ghana’s proposed Agyapa Royalties sale and Porgera gold mine ownership in Papua New Guinea, and is informing Simandou iron ore revenue planning in Guinea. Ownership and trade data are also driving licence refusals, enforcement against illicit flows and due-diligence checks in Armenia, Ghana and Colombia, particularly for critical minerals.

    £10.5bn UK flood defences: pipeline and design implications for engineers
    Policy
    about 22 hours ago

    £10.5bn UK flood defences: pipeline and design implications for engineers

    The UK government is creating a Flood and Drought Resilience Taskforce alongside a £10.5bn funding commitment for flood defences between 2024 and 2036. The programme will target long‑term protection against extreme rainfall and prolonged dry spells, signalling sustained investment in river embankments, coastal defences, storage reservoirs and urban surface‑water schemes. Civil and geotechnical teams can expect a steady pipeline of appraisal, design and upgrade work, with closer integration of hydrological modelling, asset condition data and climate‑change allowances in line with current Environment Agency practice.

    Related Industries & Products

    Mining

    Geotechnical software solutions for mining operations including CMRR analysis, hydrogeological testing, and data management.

    Construction

    Quality control software for construction companies with material testing, batch tracking, and compliance management.

    CMRR-io

    Streamline coal mine roof stability assessments with our cloud-based CMRR software featuring automated calculations, multi-scenario analysis, and collaborative workflows.

    HYDROGEO-io

    Comprehensive hydrogeological testing platform for managing, analysing, and reporting on packer tests, lugeon values, and hydraulic conductivity assessments.

    GEODB-io

    Centralised geotechnical data management solution for storing, accessing, and analysing all your site investigation and material testing data.

    AllGeotechnicalInfrastructureHazardsEnvironmental