EXPOSIBRAM

EXPOSIBRAM 2026 – Brazilian Mining Congress & Expo is one of the largest and most influential mining events in Latin America and a premier gathering for the global mining industry. Organized by the Brazilian Mining Association (IBRAM), the event will take place August 24–27, 2026, at EXPOMINAS BH in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. As Brazil's flagship mining conference and exhibition, EXPOSIBRAM brings together tens of thousands of participants from around the world, including mining company executives, government officials, investors, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, engineering firms, research organizations, universities, consultants, financial institutions, and industry associations. The event serves as a strategic platform for sharing knowledge, showcasing innovation, building partnerships, and promoting sustainable growth throughout the mining sector.

The conference features a comprehensive program of keynote presentations, executive forums, technical sessions, and panel discussions covering the most significant opportunities and challenges facing the mining industry. Topics include critical minerals, mineral exploration, mining investment, artificial intelligence, automation, digital transformation, mine electrification, decarbonization, ESG, tailings management, water stewardship, operational excellence, workforce development, occupational health and safety, and responsible mining practices. Participants gain insights into emerging technologies, market trends, government policies, and global supply chain developments that are shaping the future of mining both in Brazil and internationally.

Complementing the technical program is one of the largest mining exhibitions in Latin America, featuring hundreds of exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge mining equipment, software, automation systems, digital technologies, environmental solutions, processing technologies, engineering services, and innovative products. The exhibition provides attendees with direct access to leading suppliers and technology developers while offering numerous opportunities for live demonstrations, product launches, and discussions on the practical application of emerging technologies in mining operations. Business matchmaking sessions, networking receptions, and industry meetings further facilitate collaboration between mining companies, investors, technology developers, and service providers.

Brazil is one of the world's leading producers of iron ore, bauxite, nickel, manganese, niobium, graphite, rare earth elements, and other critical minerals that are essential to the global energy transition. As countries seek secure and sustainable sources of these minerals, EXPOSIBRAM has become an increasingly important international forum for discussing supply chain resilience, investment opportunities, responsible resource development, and technological innovation. The conference also highlights Brazil's role in supporting electric vehicles, renewable energy, battery manufacturing, and advanced industrial applications through the sustainable development of its mineral resources.

For CEMI and the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA), EXPOSIBRAM represents an exceptional opportunity to strengthen Canada's engagement with one of the world's most significant mining jurisdictions. The event provides an ideal platform to showcase Canadian mining innovation, promote the commercialization of Canadian technologies, recruit new MICA members, identify deployment opportunities for innovative solutions, and establish partnerships with Brazilian mining companies, research institutions, government agencies, and industry organizations. Areas such as artificial intelligence, autonomous mining, digital operations, mine electrification, environmental technologies, mineral processing, tailings management, and critical minerals present strong opportunities for collaboration between Canadian innovators and the Brazilian mining industry.

Participation in EXPOSIBRAM also supports CEMI and MICA's broader mission of accelerating the adoption of mining innovation, strengthening international commercialization pathways, and connecting Canadian technology companies with global markets. By fostering collaboration between Canada's mining innovation ecosystem and Latin America's largest mining economy, the conference contributes to improving productivity, sustainability, safety, and competitiveness while creating new opportunities for technology deployment, exports, and long-term economic growth across the mining sector.