Confirmed speakerDr. Ajit Singh Choudhary
Managing Director
Elitech Earth Science Pvt. Ltd.
ONE DAY. THE NEXT STEP FOR INDIAN MINING.
MINECon2027DIGITAL MINING
From Data to
Operational Decisions
12 FEBRUARY 2027NAGPUR, INDIA
For mine operators, contractors, equipment manufacturers
and technology leaders.
The conference
Technology that
delivers at the mine.
Connect technology with the decisions that shape every shift.
A dashboard can show a delay. A connected mining operation must help people understand its cause, decide what to do and measure whether the intervention worked.
MINECon 2027 brings mine operators, mining contractors, equipment manufacturers, technology providers, procurement leaders and researchers together to explore that connection between information and execution.
From connected fleets and intelligent dispatch to predictive maintenance, automation and cleaner equipment, the focus is practical: improving cost per tonne, strengthening safety and building capability under Indian operating conditions.
What must change at the mine for technology to deliver measurable value?
01 / INDIAN OPERATIONSBuilt around operating realities
Mixed fleets, changing geology, equipment wear and demanding site conditions make implementation and service support central to every technology decision.
02 / WHY NAGPURClose to the mining ecosystem
Home to Western Coalfields Limited’s headquarters, Nagpur provides a relevant setting for operators, contractors and suppliers serving the region.
03 / THE BUSINESS CASEFrom investment to outcomes
Assess reliability, data access, interoperability and lifecycle support alongside purchase price, with clear measures of operational improvement.
Confirmed speakers
Perspectives from
across the industry.
Meet the leaders bringing expertise in mining, earth sciences, research and workforce development.
Confirmed speaker
Confirmed speakerProf. Dheeraj Kumar
Head, CoRE-MiN · Centre of Excellence for Critical Minerals (NCMM-CoE)
IIT (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad
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Director, TEXMiN Foundation · Technology Translational Research Park (TTRP), DST, Government of India. Professor (HAG), Department of Mining Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad.
Confirmed speakerDr. Deependra Singh
President, REAI
Former CMD, IREL
Confirmed speakerNavneet Kumar
COO & Officiating CEO
Skill Council for Mining Sector
The conversations
Five sessions.
One operational focus.
Explore the technologies, supplier capabilities and skills that support a more productive, reliable mining operation.
01The connected mine
Fleet management · IoT · AI · Drones · Digital twins
The connected mine
Fleet management · IoT · AI · Drones · Digital twins
Bring dispatch records, survey reports, maintenance logs and fuel information into a more coordinated view of the mine. Examine how connected equipment, geospatial intelligence and analytics can turn operational signals into timely action.
Takeaway: Select digital applications against the indicators that should improve.
- Cycle times, idle hours, payloads and fleet utilisation.
- Drone surveys for stockpiles, haul roads and site conditions.
- AI and digital twins for analysis and scenario testing.
- Connectivity, data quality, cybersecurity and interoperability.
- Retrofits and phased deployment for mixed fleets.
02More productive mining
Advanced equipment · Continuous mining · Automation
More productive mining
Advanced equipment · Continuous mining · Automation
Improve the complete operating cycle, from excavation and loading to haulage, conveying and downstream handling. Explore where automation and advanced equipment can remove bottlenecks, with technology choices grounded in geology, mine life and local support.
Takeaway: Evaluate an equipment upgrade against the performance of the wider mine.
- Equipment capacity, geology and production planning.
- Continuous mining systems and support infrastructure.
- Automated drilling, smart dispatch and operator assistance.
- Remote-controlled equipment and phased automation.
- Availability, productivity and lifecycle cost.
03Electrification and lower-emission mining
Equipment · Energy systems · The business case
Electrification and lower-emission mining
Equipment · Energy systems · The business case
Explore where electric and alternative-fuel equipment can suit mining duty cycles, and the infrastructure needed to support it. Assess cleaner technologies alongside opportunities to improve the efficiency of existing assets.
Takeaway: Compare cleaner technologies through operational suitability and total cost of ownership.
- Battery-electric equipment, payloads, gradients and duty cycles.
- Charging, electrical distribution and maintenance capability.
- Trolley-assist systems and alternative fuels.
- Efficient pumps, motors, conveyors and compressed air.
- Renewable power, energy measurement and emissions.
04Local capabilities for modern mining
MSME vendor development · Localisation · Procurement
Local capabilities for modern mining
MSME vendor development · Localisation · Procurement
Connect mining buyers’ requirements with the capabilities local suppliers need to develop. Examine opportunities in components, wear parts, fabrication, electrical systems, sensors and refurbishment, supported by consistent quality and field performance.
Takeaway: Understand what mining buyers require and how local suppliers can prepare.
- Vendor qualification, testing and documentation.
- Traceability and repeatable manufacturing quality.
- Structured field trials for local alternatives.
- Collaboration between OEMs, contractors and MSMEs.
- Service support, warranties and delivery reliability.
05People for technology-enabled mines
Training · Reskilling · Safer adoption
People for technology-enabled mines
Training · Reskilling · Safer adoption
Build the skills operators, dispatchers, supervisors and maintenance teams need to use digital tools effectively. Connect training to site practice, operating responsibilities and competency assessment while retaining valuable field experience.
Takeaway: Link workforce development to equipment, procedures and operational responsibilities.
- Simulator-based equipment and hazard-awareness training.
- Digital skills for supervisors and maintenance teams.
- Remote operation and automation training.
- Electrical and battery-system competencies.
- ITI and polytechnic partnerships; opportunities for women.
Across the technical discussions
Predictive maintenance and lifecycle support
Connect condition monitoring with diagnosis, spares availability, repair capability and planned maintenance. Vibration, temperature, oil-condition and fault information will feature within the fleet, productivity and case-study discussions.
12 February 2027 · All times IST
A day designed
to move ideas forward.
Keynotes, panel discussions, technology case studies and time to connect with the mining ecosystem.
09:00–10:00
Registration and networking
Networking
10:00–10:15
Welcome address — India Mining Review
Welcome
10:15–10:40
Opening keynote — Digital Mining: From Data to Operational Decisions
Keynote
10:40–10:55
Special keynote — Advisory board perspective
Keynote
10:55–11:10
Industry keynote — Building smarter, safer and more productive mines
Keynote
11:10–12:00
Session 1: The connected mine — fleet management, IoT, AI, drones and digital twins
Panel
12:00–12:15
Partner case study — Applying data to productivity and safety
Case study
12:15–13:00
Session 2: More productive mining — advanced equipment, continuous mining and automation
Panel
13:00–14:00
Networking lunch
Break
14:00–14:55
Session 3: Electrification and lower-emission mining
Panel
14:55–15:10
Partner technology case study
Case study
15:10–15:20
Tea break
Break
15:20–16:10
Session 4: Local capabilities — vendor development, localisation and procurement
Panel
16:10–17:00
Session 5: People for technology-enabled mines
Panel
17:00–18:00
Proposed India Mining Review Industry Excellence Recognition Ceremony
Recognition
18:00–18:15
Closing remarks and vote of thanks
Closing
18:15 onwards
Networking reception and dinner
Networking
Proposed programme. Session timings, speakers’ allocations, the recognition ceremony and networking arrangements are subject to confirmation. Speaker-to-session allocations will be announced separately.
Add to calendar ↗Who should attend
The entire mining
value chain, connected.
01Mine owners
Mine owners
& operators
Mining, production, planning, safety, maintenance, electrical and digital transformation teams.
02Contractors
Contractors
& project teams
MDOs, mining contractors, EPC contractors, material-handling companies and infrastructure service providers.
03Equipment
Equipment
& technology
Machinery manufacturers, component suppliers, automation specialists, software companies and energy solution providers.
04Procurement
Procurement
& capability
Purchase teams, MSMEs, vendor-development leaders, consultants, researchers and training institutions.
Be part of the conversation
Bring your challenges.
Explore the next step.
Discover opportunities to participate, showcase relevant solutions and build industry relationships.
Conference participation
Engage with operational challenges, compare approaches and connect with peers across the mining value chain.
Technology & products
Present equipment, components, digital tools and services to a focused audience of mining professionals.
Sponsorship & knowledge
Explore event visibility, technical case-study presentations and showcase opportunities, subject to the agreed package.
Plan your visit to Nagpur.
Friday, 12 February 2027
Conference registration from 09:00 IST.
Networking reception and dinner proposed from 18:15.
Venue in Nagpur to be announced.
Save the date ↓ Registration details coming soon
Delegate registration, sponsorship contacts and venue information will be announced. Participation fees and package inclusions are yet to be published.
Explore the brochure for the complete conference overview and proposed programme.
Get the conference brochure ↓Useful to know
Before you
make plans.
When and where is MINECon 2027?
The one-day conference is scheduled for 12 February 2027 in Nagpur, India. The exact venue will be announced. All programme times are in Indian Standard Time.
Are the speakers confirmed?
Yes. The four people featured in the speakers section are confirmed speakers. Their individual session allocations will be announced separately.
Is the conference only for coal mining?
The discussions cover mining operations and supply chains, with a strong focus on Indian operating conditions and the regional coal-mining ecosystem. Both opencast and underground applications are relevant, with different equipment, communications and safety needs.
How can I register or discuss sponsorship?
Registration and enquiry details are to be announced. The event offers conference participation, technology and product showcases, and sponsorship and knowledge partnerships. Packages and inclusions will be subject to agreement.
Where will predictive maintenance be discussed?
Predictive maintenance, spares planning and lifecycle support are cross-cutting topics within the fleet, productivity and technology case-study discussions.