The Lancashire branch are delighted to be hosting Brian Duthie, Director, at Nova Geo for our next technical event looking at Mineral Extraction Optimisation Through Geotechnical Good Practice.
Unlock Hidden Reserves. Enhance Quarry Performance. Drive Sustainable Growth.
Join us for a high‑impact technical presentation exploring how modern geotechnical engineering principles can transform mineral extraction efficiency in hard rock quarries. This session is designed for quarry managers, technical specialists, geologists, and operational leaders committed to maximising the value of their operations.
What to Expect?
This presentation will showcase real-world case studies demonstrating how advanced geotechnical assessment and design can: - Increase and maximise extractable reserves.
Improve slope stability and long-term excavation planning.
Optimise bench configuration, quarry geometry, and extraction sequencing.
Reduce operational risk through geotechnical best practice.
Deliver measurable commercial gains through modern optimisation techniques.
From structural mapping to failure mode analysis, you’ll see how applied geotechnics can unlock reserves previously considered inaccessible or uneconomic.
Why Attend?
Hear real examples of how operators have extended quarry life through technical refinement.
Whether you're looking to refine existing extraction strategies or plan future expansions, this session provides practical tools and insights to support better decision‑making.
Who Should Attend?
Quarry and operations managers & supervisors
Geotechnical and mining engineers Geologists and technical specialists
Directors and senior leaders within the extractives industry
Format
📌 Technical presentation
📌 Case study demonstrations
📌 Q&A session with geotechnical experts
Food at 17:30, AGM 18:00 to 18:30, Presentation from 18:30 to 19:30
Please register your attendance by emailing Debbie White, debbie.white@quarrying.org with the date and/or event title.