Geographe to Showcase Specialised Tooling and Enhanced Performance Solutions at IMARC 2026 in Sydney

Geographe, a leading Western Australian manufacturer of Specialised Tooling and Enhanced Performance wear parts for the global mining industry, will be exhibiting at the International Mining and Resources Conference 2026. 

The event, recognised as Australia’s largest and most influential mining gathering, will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and decision makers from across the mining value chain at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney from 27–29 October 2026. 

Event Details 

IMARC has announced an impressive speaker lineup featuring more than 500 mining, finance, and government leaders from around the world. Under the theme ‘From Strategy to Execution: Delivering Responsible, Resilient and Viable Resources’, the conference will address critical issues shaping the future of the global mining industry. 

Headline Speakers 

The 2026 program features high profile industry speakers including: 

• Marley Palin, Vice President, Innovation at BHP, who will share insights on scaling AI and innovation across mining operations. 

• Vanessa Torres, Managing Director & CEO of Perenti, presenting on delivering mining in a higher-cost, more complex world. 

• Katie Charuga, Director of Integrated Operations at Fortescue, discussing operational transformation and technology integration. 

• Elsabe Muller, President of Alcoa Australia and Vice President of Operations, addressing Australia’s competitive edge in resources and industrial capability. 

• Ivan Vella, CEO of IGO, participating in keynote discussions on Australia’s resources future. 

• Lawrie Conway, Managing Director & CEO of Evolution Mining, speaking on NSW mining growth and capital discipline. 

• Jake Klein, Executive Chair of Evolution Mining, sharing lessons in capital discipline, productivity and project delivery. 

Exhibition Details 

With more exhibitors than ever before across the 20,000m2 expo floor, Geographe invites attendees to visit Stand T12, located near the Plenary Theatre and the Thiess Operational Excellence Theatre where they will be showcasing Specialised Tooling including the new Ball Stud Bearing Installation and Removal Tool (BSBIRT).   

The BSBIRT, a finalist at both the recent 2026 GRX Awards and the Australian Mining Prospect Awards will be presented alongside the award winning Ball Stud Removal Tool (BSRT) with both tools helping maintenance crews perform faster, safer tasks on their Caterpillar 785,789 and 793 haul trucks. A BSRT version to suit Caterpillar 777 haul trucks is also available. 

These tools plus others will be displayed along with various Enhanced Performance Wear Parts that support reliability, performance, and safety in some of the world’s most demanding mining environments. 

Why IMARC? 

“IMARC continues to set the stage for meaningful conversations around technology, sustainability, and the future of resources. After being invited as guests of SAP and Beacon Events previously, the quality and growth of the event was clear.” said Aaron Clarke, Marketing Manager.   

“We look forward to seeing you there and demonstrating how Geographe’s specialised solutions can help support your mining operations in achieving greater reliability, performance, and safety outcomes,”  

Industry professionals who have not yet registered for the IMARC expo can secure their tickets at: https://hubs.la/Q04qNQpH0  

About Geographe

Geographe designs, engineers and manufactures Replacement Parts, Enhanced Performance Wear Parts™ and Specialised Tooling™ for the global mining industry. Its solutions focus on improving safety, reducing downtime and extending the life of Heavy Machinery and Fixed Plant Equipment. Its products are used across Australia, the Americas, Africa and Asia.  Visit www.geographe.com.au for more information.