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NOMINATE SUCCESS. CELEBRATE EXCELLENCE.

Each year, we recognize exceptional achievements within the mining industry by inviting our readers to nominate individuals, companies, or organizations that have shown remarkable dedication to advancing the industry over the past year.

Nominations for the 2026 Mining Magazine Awards are now open. The winners will be announced on MiningMagazine.com and featured in the September 2026 issue of Mining Magazine.

 - Nominations will close on 22nd May 2026 - 

AWARD CATEGORIES


INTERNATIONAL DRILL & BLAST AWARD


(Mining Magazine / GeoDrilling International)

Mining Magazine's sister title GeoDrilling International's Drill and Blast Award recognizes groundbreaking advancements in drilling and blasting technologies. This prestigious award honours those who push the boundaries of efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility in mineral extraction.

AI IN ACTION AWARD


This award recognises groundbreaking use of artificial intelligence to advance the mining industry. It is for projects, technologies or strategies that apply AI or are highly AI-enabled to drive efficiency, safety, sustainability and data-driven decision-making across exploration, extraction, processing, or logistics. The award celebrates innovations that have already made a significant, tangible impact in the real world.

CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT AWARD


This is a new award that celebrates those in the mining industry achieving tangible results in the journey towards net zero. This might be a mining company that has undertaken a bold electrification strategy, an equipment manufacturer that has developed a game-changing innovation to help miners cut emissions, or an individual who has driven sustainability in their organisation.

EXPLORATION EXCELLENCE AWARD


The Mining Magazine Exploration Excellence Award recognises those in the exploration field that have demonstrated exceptional innovation and dedication in mineral exploration, honouring those groundbreaking discoveries that are shaping the future of mineral exploration and resource development.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD    


This award is for exceptional individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to mining over a significant period of time.

MINERAL PROCESSING EXCELLENCE AWARD


Mining Magazine's Mineral Processing Award recognises outstanding advancements in mineral processing technologies that drive the mining industry forward. This prestigious award honours those who elevate the efficiency, sustainability, and value creation in mineral extraction and refinement.

MINING MAGAZINE PARTNERSHIP OF THE YEAR


Mining is increasingly being defined by new ways of working together, and this award is designed to celebrate those partnerships that have made a difference. The Mining Magazine Partnership of the Year Award recognises those pairings that lead the way in shaping the future of the sector.

SAFETY EXCELLENCE AWARD


This award honours mining companies that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to protecting their workforce and fostering a culture of safety. It rewards companies that can demonstrate they have developed comprehensive safety protocols, developed innovative training programs, and continuously improved operational practices to ensure the well-being of their employees.

SOFTWARE EXCELLENCE AWARD


This award is to recognise those providers that have demonstrated outstanding excellence in creating solutions that have transformed the mining industry.

SURFACE MINING EXCELLENCE AWARD


This award recognises the fleets, transport, and bulk-handling solutions that power the surface mines of the world. Whether focused on innovation that drives productivity, reduces environmental impact or enhances safety standards, these are the game-changing surface solutions.

TAILINGS INNOVATION AWARD


This award honours mining, equipment and technology (METS) companies that have achieved groundbreaking advancements in tailings management. By demonstrating exceptional innovation, this organisation has significantly improved environmental stewardship, operational efficiency, and community well-being. Their pioneering approach to tailings management will exemplify sustainable practices, setting a new benchmark for responsible resource extraction.

UNDERGROUND EXCELLENCE AWARD


This award celebrates those that are transforming the underground mining sector. It recognises vehicles, technologies, and innovative solutions that enhance safety, productivity, sustainability, or operational efficiency in challenging subterranean environments. Entrants may include developments in automation, electrification, digital systems, design engineering, or other areas driving progress in underground operations.

VEHICLE EXCELLENCE AWARD


This award recognises equipment manufacturers that have designed and manufactured mining fleet vehicles or equipment with exceptional performance, safety, and environmental sustainability.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD


Mining Magazine supports women in mining, and this award celebrates those women in the sector that have shown exceptional leadership skills, inspired others in the industry and driven change and progress. Nominees can be from any region or area of expertise within mining, but must stand out as someone who makes a difference to colleagues and to mining as a whole.


Terms & Conditions

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  • Nominations are limited to one entry for each category per person.
  • Nominations must be completed on the form specific to the category being entered.
  • Nominations closed at 00:00 GMT on May 22, 2026.
  • Winners will be announced on MiningMagazine.com and in the September 2026 issue of Mining Magazine.
  • Cost of entry is Free. 


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