Securing metals and minerals, empowering the future

From December 2-4, more than 2000 delegates and industry leaders come together at the Business Design Centre in London for the 2025 Resourcing Tomorrow event — a platform where ideas meet action and global partnerships pave the way for mining’s future.

As the anchor of London Mining Week, Resourcing Tomorrow exists to advance global progress by bringing the mining industry together to secure the metals and minerals that power our future.

In an increasingly resource-constrained world, the future depends on building strategic partnerships, fostering honest conversations and sharing knowledge to drive progress. Resourcing Tomorrow brings global leaders together to make this happen.

As geopolitical uncertainty, energy security concerns and the transition to renewables converge, the mining sector has never been more integral to the global economy. This year’s event will delve into the transformative challenges and opportunities that are defining the future of mining, from securing critical minerals and navigating global geopolitics to advancing sustainability and fostering industry collaboration.

Building on last year’s theme, breaking out of the echo chamber, this event will explore the emerging trends and innovative solutions that are reshaping the sector. Attendees will gain insights into how the mining industry can contribute to global energy transition goals, enhance supply chain resilience and support the renewable energy sector through strategic partnerships.

Timed just weeks after COP30 in Brazil, Resourcing Tomorrow offers the global mining community a powerful platform to respond, align and act. It is where the industry comes together after the pledges are made to chart how we deliver on them.

Held in London, the global centre for finance and policy, Resourcing Tomorrow connects decision makers from across mining, investment, government, energy and technology to tackle the industry’s most critical challenges and unlock opportunities.

The 2025 programme will focus on the key drivers shaping mining’s future. Discussions will cover critical mineral strategies, global geopolitics, ESG leadership and cross-sector innovation, all designed to equip attendees with the insights and solutions needed to lead in a rapidly evolving world.

Government Roundtable

Hosted at the London Stock Exchange on December 1, The Resourcing Tomorrow Government Roundtable will gather more than 20 ministers alongside senior mining executives, financiers and industry experts.

This high-level forum will address how governments, the mining industry and financial institutions can work together to accelerate the critical mineral supply needed for the energy transition. Discussions will centre on geopolitical resilience, mobilising sustainable capital, and driving innovation in circular economy models.

With participation from more than 30 countries and leading mining companies, the roundtable provides a rare opportunity to shape global policy frameworks, strengthen supply chains and align strategies for a more secure and sustainable future.

A vivid showcase of all things mining

The Resourcing Tomorrow show floor is where the mining industry’s brightest ideas and most essential services come together. Discover fresh inspiration, practical solutions, and live demonstrations of the latest innovations — from ambitious startups to some of the biggest names in the sector.

Whether you’re focused on exploration, mine development, sustainability, safety, finance, legal, consulting or technology, Resourcing Tomorrow offers the tools and connections to move your business forward. With more than 150 exhibitors and more than 2000 attendees under one roof, it is the go-to destination for the entire mining value chain.

Keynote speakers

Resourcing Tomorrow is the leading international forum for mining and energy, bringing together more than 300 world-class speakers from across the globe. From government ministers and institutional investors to visionary innovators and chief executives of major mining companies, this global gathering delivers critical insights and strategies shaping the future of mining and energy on an international stage.

Fortescue (ASX: FMG) Metals chief executive Dino Otranto will bring his more than 20 years of experience in the global resources sector to Resourcing Tomorrow 2025. Mr Otranto has navigated diverse commodities and operations across multiple continents. His leadership is defined by operational excellence, technical expertise and financial acumen — grounded in a strong commitment to safety, values and workforce engagement. Now, as Fortescue undergoes rapid growth, Dino is at the helm driving large-scale decarbonisation efforts and shaping the future of the Company’s iron ore business.

Alcoa president and chief executive William Oplinger is a global industry leader in bauxite, alumina and aluminium. He has deep experience leading Alcoa’s finance function, having overseen for treasury, pension, tax, controllership, financial planning and analysis, audit, investor relations and transformation. Prior to joining Alcoa, Mr Oplinger held engineering, marketing management and business planning positions with Westinghouse and Emerson Electric.

AngloGold Ashanti chief development officer Terry Briggs has more than 25 years of experience, including several site-based technical and operations management roles at a series of underground and open pit base and precious metal operations globally at all stages of development from start-up to closure. Prior to joining AngloGold Ashanti, Mr Briggs spent over a dozen years at Newmont Corporation in various leadership roles in Technical Services, Corporate Development and Finance, where he played a prominent role in a variety of large-scale transactions and value-add initiatives.

Mr Briggs will partake in a keynote discussion on December 3 alongside Mr Otranto: What does good mining leadership mean in a time of geopolitical uncertainty?

With delegates representing more than 90 different countries, there is also an abundance of speakers representing international mining districts.

Saudi Gold Refinery chairman Suliman Al-Othaim is a distinguished businessman and entrepreneur renowned for his significant contributions to the jewellery and precious metals industry, both in the Kingdom and internationally.

As the chairman of Saudi Gold Refinery and the Suliman Al-Othaim Jewellery Group, he has been instrumental in shaping the gold and jewellery sector in Saudi Arabia.

Italy Ministry of Enterprise Internationalisation unit head Alberto Castronovo plays a pivotal role in Italy’s CRM strategy, promoting a strategic fund to boost mining and recycling projects, collaborating with European partners and aligning with the EU’s CRMA objectives to secure critical raw materials for industrial and green transition needs.

He has highlighted Italy’s efforts to restart its mining industry, dormant since the 1980s, through a strategic fund with €1b public funding matched by private investments, aiming to create a pipeline of projects worth around €2b. This fund supports the entire CRM value chain from extraction to recycling, fostering collaboration with private stakeholders to enhance Italy’s industrial autonomy and contribute to the energy transition and circular economy.

Mr Castronovo will partake in a keynote panel discussion, Reimagining government and industry resource partnerships for mineral security success, on December 4.

Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) critical minerals security director Gracelin Baskaran is a mining economist, and her primary expertise is in critical minerals and trade.

She began her career in South Africa’s platinum belt. She later spent five years at the World Bank in South Africa, where she coauthored the book Africa’s resource future: harnessing natural resources for economic transformation during the low-carbon transition.  She was a Fulbright Scholar and has also held positions at the University of Cambridge, University of London and University of Cape Town. Dr Baskaran is now writing a book on an international strategy for critical minerals engagement for the US.

Dr Baskaran will participate in a keynote discussion, Evaluating the impact of geopolitics and an increasingly fragmented world on the mining industry, on December 3.

Connecting industry and the future workforce

The mining industry is growing and evolving, but a widening skills gap means fresh talent is essential to drive its future.

Resourcing Tomorrow believes mining offers exciting, dynamic and rewarding career paths. From engineering and sustainability to technology, innovation, finance, legal, consultancy and more, the opportunities are vast.

Resourcing Tomorrow is committed to supporting the next generation of mining professionals by providing access to the knowledge, connections and career opportunities that help them launch successful careers.

The NextGen Leaders Programme is designed to connect students and recent graduates with key players in the mining sector. Through exclusive networking opportunities and industry engagement, it aims to bridge the gap between education and real-world careers.

Discover tailored global opportunities across regions and sectors. Resourcing Tomorrow brings together industry leaders, governments and innovators to forge strategic partnerships, attract investment and shape the future of mining and energy.