By David Niu | ACB News – Australian Chinese Business News
At a time when energy systems are being redefined and global supply chains are being restructured, the significance of IMARC 2025 extends far beyond mining itself.
It reflects a new phase of global realignment — where capital, resources, and technology converge and compete.
Under the spotlight of ICC Sydney, the structure and partnerships of the global mining industry are being reimagined.
Ministers of energy and mining, central bank leaders, global investors, and industry executives from five continents will gather in Sydney, Australia, from 21–23 October 2025 for the International Mining and Resources Conference + Expo (IMARC 2025).
Widely regarded as the “Davos of the global mining industry,” this year’s IMARC — to be held at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) — is expected to welcome more than 10,000 delegates from over 120 countries, making it the largest and most internationally attended edition in the event’s history.
Australia’s Top Officials to Open IMARC 2025 – Sydney Becomes the Global Hub for Mining and Energy Decisions
According to information obtained by ACB News, the opening morning of IMARC 2025 will feature an Opening Premier’s Address delivered by New South Wales Premier Chris Minns, followed by an Australian Government Ministerial Keynote from Hon. Madeleine King, Minister for Resources and Minister for Northern Australia.
Both leaders are expected to share key insights into Australia’s strategic direction in critical minerals development, clean energy transition, and industrial innovation — reinforcing the country’s growing role in shaping the global energy and resources landscape.
Courtney Houssos, NSW Minister for Finance, Domestic Manufacturing, Government Procurement, and Natural Resources, will also participate, highlighting the state’s latest initiatives in energy security, infrastructure development, and manufacturing revitalisation.
The high-level government presence underscores Australia’s ambition to strengthen its position as a global hub for critical minerals and clean energy supply chains.
IMARC Chief Operating Officer Anita Richards noted:
“When ministers and leaders from five continents converge in Sydney, IMARC is no longer just an Australian event — it is where the future of global mining and energy is being shaped.”
Global Ministers Unite to Address Energy Security and Resource Cooperation
IMARC 2025 will welcome ministerial representatives and senior officials from Saudi Arabia, New Zealand, Botswana, Sweden, Uganda, and Timor-Leste, alongside key delegations from Peru, the European Union, and the United States.
Peru’s Minister of Energy and Mines Jorge Montero and Central Reserve Bank President Julio Velarde will lead the country’s delegation, while Joaquim Nunes de Almeida, Director for the Internal Market at the European Commission, Utah Governor Spencer Cox, and Botswana’s Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Joy Kenewendo are among the featured speakers.
Country pavilions from Peru, Germany, Sweden, Italy, New Zealand, Morocco, India, and Canada (Québec) will also be showcased, promoting national projects and investment opportunities.
The dedicated Global Opportunities Conference Stream will serve as a major platform for governments to present trade missions and investment initiatives.
Julian Kettle, Senior Vice President of Wood Mackenzie, commented:
“Delivering the metals and materials needed for the energy transition cannot be done in isolation. Platforms like IMARC enable governments, investors, and the private sector to collaborate across jurisdictions to unlock supply and capital.”
Technology and Investment in Tandem: Mining Innovation Accelerates
With the theme “Strengthening Supply Chains, Optimising Costs, and Driving Productivity,” IMARC 2025 will explore the transformation of mining through digitalisation, artificial intelligence, automation, and low-carbon technologies.
A major highlight will be the debut of the Innovation & Investment Alley, a new exhibition zone dedicated to breakthrough technologies shaping the industry’s future.
Featured innovations include:
Fleet Space Technologies’ SPIDER lunar exploration project;
Next-generation electric and hybrid mining vehicles from SANY, Volvo, and Hitachi Construction Machinery;
AI-driven geological data and automation platforms from IMDEX, Epiroc, Weir, and Hexagon;
The Rio Tinto Ventures × Founders Factory global mining technology accelerator, unveiling 18 selected start-ups.
Global consulting firm Bain & Company will also release its Global Mining Capital and Innovation Investment Trends Report at IMARC, analysing the new capital cycle’s risks, valuations, and return models.
Investment in a New Era: Capital Meets the Energy Transition
As energy transition minerals gain prominence as long-term investment assets, IMARC’s Investor Program has expanded to include exclusive roundtables and dealmaking sessions.
Participants will include sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, and investment banks.
Key discussion topics will cover:
Capital realignment in global critical minerals supply chains;
The impact of clean energy and electric vehicles on mining investment;
Integrating ESG performance into long-term value creation;
Emerging investment trends across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
A newly launched Investor Concierge Service will offer one-on-one introductions to connect investors with mining and technology companies more effectively.
China–Australia Cooperation: Complementary Strengths, Expanding Opportunities
Amid the accelerating global energy transition and supply chain realignment, China–Australia cooperation in mining and clean energy is entering a new phase of strategic opportunity.
Australia’s Future Made in Australia Plan aims to build a world-leading domestic ecosystem for critical minerals processing and green manufacturing — creating jobs, driving regional growth, and enhancing national energy security.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has repeatedly emphasised that this initiative is designed to position Australia as a renewable energy superpower in the decades ahead.
Meanwhile, China, a global leader in solar, wind, lithium, and energy storage technologies, brings unparalleled industrial capacity, project execution expertise, and supply chain integration experience — complementing Australia’s natural resource strength.
Both nations share immense potential for collaboration across lithium, nickel, copper, and rare earths, as well as solar, hydrogen, and energy storage sectors.
IMARC 2025 is expected to serve as a vital platform for advancing bilateral engagement in resources development, green technology, and investment cooperation.
According to ACB News reports, over 360 international mining and equipment companies participated in IMARC 2023, including more than 30 from China.
As the only Chinese-language financial media partner of IMARC in previous year, ACB News (Australian Chinese Business News) will once again attend and provide comprehensive coverage — delivering bilingual reports that capture key policy discussions, industry insights, and corporate highlights, and showcasing Australia’s growing role in the global resources and energy value chain.
Defining the Next Chapter of Global Mining and Energy
At a time when energy systems are being redefined and global supply chains are being restructured, the significance of IMARC 2025 extends far beyond mining itself.
It reflects a new phase of global realignment — where capital, resources, and technology converge and compete.
Under the spotlight of ICC Sydney, the structure and partnerships of the global mining industry are being reimagined.
For Australia, this moment represents not only a chance to deepen international collaboration but also a historic opportunity to strengthen its voice and leadership in the next generation of sustainable resource development.
IMARC 2025
Dates: 21–23 October 2025
Venue: International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney)
Website: www.imarcglobal.com
Organiser: Beacon Events
Theme: Strengthening Supply Chains, Optimising Costs, and Driving Productivity
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