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The 2026 Mining Supercycle: Strategic Resilience in a Mature Bull Run

As we navigate the opening weeks of 2026, the mining industry finds itself in an extraordinary, yet uncharacteristically sober, bull market. We didn’t predict the bull run in commodity prices, but we can definitely help our clients globally to define value in this current and any changing pricing environment.

Highlights from the 9th International PGM Conference

The 9th International PGMs Conference confirmed that the sector is entering a new era defined by strategic integration and a focus on value addition. 

Cautious Optimism and Critical Minerals: Key Takeaways from the Joburg Indaba 2025

BDM Jani van Rensburg reports on the mood at Joburg Indaba 2025: Cautious optimism. While major investment in Critical Minerals like PGMs and Manganese is planned, achieving global competitiveness requires urgent action.

VBKOM at Coal & Energy Transition Day: Africa's Energy Future

VBKOM attended the Coal and Energy Transition Day, discussing Africa's evolving energy landscape. 

VBKOM attends the PGMs Industry Day: Key insights and future prospects

VBKOM's attendance at the PGMs Industry Day highlighted market uncertainties alongside future potential in hybrid vehicle tech. 

Investing in African Mining Indaba 2025 in full force

VBKOM's Executive Team attended Mining Indaba 2025 in Cape Town. Key discussions focused on critical minerals, energy transition, and sustainable mining practices. 

Another successful Mine Planning and Design Short Course with Enterprises UP

VBKOM delivers another successful Open Pit Mine Planning and Design course in partnership with Enterprises UP. This course equips individuals with the essential skills to excel in the mining industry. 

Celebrating our Culture and the Future

VBKOM is committed to nurturing young talent in the mining industry. Our bursary program provides financial support and mentorship to promising South African students. 

Moderating Dissertation Oral Exams for the UP Department of Mining Engineering

On 20 and 21 November 2023, final-year Mining Engineering students at the University of Pretoria presented their PSC 411 project dissertations.

Imparting knowledge through VBKOM's Mine Planning and Design Short Course with Enterprises UP

VBKOM, in partnership with Enterprises University of Pretoria, created a training solution that focused on the different aspects of the mining value chain.

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