Dig Deep

This week, Rob is in conversation with John Mulligan, one of the directors of the World Gold Council, a market development organisation for the gold industry. John explains his role there, as well as the broader role of the Gold Council in the mining industry itself, how it was founded and with what purpose, as well as its influence on today’s industry. This is a fascinating conversation that will...

In this podcast, we interview Tim George, the CEO Pensana Metals Ltd who are heading towards being a significant supplier of raw materials to the magnet metal market, and who are currently developing a mine in Angola.  Tim is here to discuss the opportunities of mining in Angola and the infrastructure that is currently present in the country. We also talk about Pensana Metal’s Longonjo project who...

In this episode, Rob talks to Jeff Quartermaine, MD & CEO of Perseus Mining, a diversified and multi-jurisdiction West African-focused gold production, development and exploration company with operations in Ghana & Cote d’Iviore.  Join the conversation about how Perseus Mining has developed as a company, the challenges of mining in Ghana & Cote d’lvoire and how to develop CSR with governments and...

In this episode, Rob Tyson talks to Marco Maestri, the Mining Group Leader at Golder, one of the main providers of independent consultancy, design and construction services to the mining industry at large, who explains the various stages of how a consultant in the mining industry develops their career into management and what key skills, attributes and best practices are needed to develop yourself...

How many mining companies really analyse risk?  In this podcast, Rob interviews Robert Fig who specialises in commodity risk management, and who has worked in the banking and mining industry for over thirty years gaining a deep understanding of the risks involved for companies within the mining sector.  We talk about the difference between transactional and strategic hedging and what safeguards ex...

In this week’s show, Rob talks to Rick Howes, President & CEO of Dundee Precious Metals, a Canadian based international gold mining company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, mining and processing of precious metals.  Dundee own and operate a gold, copper and silver mine in Bulgaria and have a processing facility in Namibia. Listen as Rob and Rick talk about how Dundee Precious...

Rick Rule is the President & CEO of Sprott U.S Holdings and a highly experienced investor and speculator, focused on sub $1,000,000,000 market capitalization public and private issuers in natural resource industries.  He has led and participated in hundreds of privately placed debt and equity issuances for resource companies operating internationally, and is also a sought-after investment conferen...

Rob talks to Steve Poulton, Founder of Altus Strategies PLC, which is listed on the London & Toronto Stock Exchange. Altus are a project and royalty generator in the mining sector with a focus on Africa who create value by making mineral discoveries across multiple licences.  In this episode we talk about the importance of mentoring and networking in furthering your career and what Altus Strategie...

Today’s podcast is all about Uranium, and features an interview with Daniel Major, CEO of GoviEX Uranium, a mineral resources company focused on the exploration and development of uranium properties in Africa.  TSX listed, GoviEx’s principal objective is to become a significant uranium producer through the continued exploration and development of its mine-permitted projects in Niger, Zambia and Ma...

“Changing the way the world mines” Rob interviews Richard Verkley, CEO & Executive Chairman of Eco Metals Recovery, a new green mining equipment manufacturing business entering the global gold mining market with a unique metals recovery system called the "Separator". Richard talks about what the company are doing in the industry and about Karuschain, a type of blockchain that aims to transform the...

Rob talks to Murray MacNab, the COO of United Mining Services (UMS) and James Keir, the Group Executive Manager for Engineering Technical Services at UMS Group Of Companies. UMS is an internationally recognised group of companies offering technical, advisory and contracting services to the mining industry, specialising in shaft-sinking and underground mining. James and Murray join Rob on this epis...

Rob talks to Gerard Wood, Managing Director of Bluefield Asset Management Specialists and author of Simplifying Mining Maintenance, about the varied services that Bluefield offer, and how they contribute to the mining industry by focussing on efficiency, reliability and cost effectiveness. KEY TAKEAWAYS Gerard began in the mining industry in his teens as a tradesman on the shop floor, working his...

Rob talks to Kevin Sabin, the Director of Hargreaves Services, a diversified group of companies delivering services to the industrial, mining and property sectors. Kevin heads up their mining division and goes into what exactly Hargreaves offer in terms of services, as well as what makes them unique in their field. Through associations with important initiatives such as the Sirius Minerals project...

Malcolm Paterson, CEO & Director of Greengold Engineering joins Rob to talk about his mineral project development and production company based in Indonesia, who specialises in developing innovative technologies to reduce costs and improve recovery in the processing of minerals. Malcolm gives his invaluable insights into the new technologies he is developing for his many clients, along with how the...

The aspect of social investment and environmental investment in the planet  is not debatable, it should be a part of every bankable feasibility study, this is especially important in developing countries’ Rob is in conversation with Mark Dawe Managing Director of B2 Gold Namibia. They discuss the corporate social responsibility central to the operating philosophy of the company and giving back to...

‘Gold Stars and Black Holes – Analysing the Discount: from Resource to Sanction, analysing how differentiated in-situ values for mineral resources across all the major equity markets have evolved, and how equity valuations then increase (or not) ‘ In this fascinating episode, Rob is in conversation with Charles Gibson from Edison Investment Research and Phil Newall of Armstrong Waddell Internation...

How will the mining industry innovate through the technological revolution that we are currently going through? To answer this and other key questions Rob Interviews Michelle Ash the chief innovation officer for barrick Gold, and the Chair of the Global Mining Guidelines Group. Their conversation moves from how Michelle got into the mining industry to what skills people need to adapt to the rate o...

Peter Ledwidge is the managing director for Mako Gold who are exploring and developing assets in West Africa. The company was created in 2015 and has had significant success making 3 discoveries in 3 years. Rob and Peter discuss the success of Mako Gold and its plans moving forward. For a fascinating insight into the world of gold explorers listen in.   KEY TAKEAWAYS How are you developing as a co...

Rob talks to Amanda Van Dyke, the portfolio manager for South River Asset Management, a specialist fund management company.  Amanda discusses her beginnings in the mining industry, the roles of diversity and public relations in improving the perception and profitability of the business, and also her suggestions for wise future investments. KEY TAKEAWAYS   Amanda’s route into the mining industry wa...

  Rob Tyson is joined by Rocky Smith, CEO of Peak Resources, who’s agreed to talk about the company’s exciting rare earth projects in Tanzania and England. He explains why this unique project is coming into fruition and why they selected the UK as a base of operation, along with their aims, core principles and plans for the future.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Mining’s effect On Electric Vehicles - Rocky point...

‘Being honest throughout your career is the best thing you can do, and is respected throughout the industry’  Tim Livesey shares his fascinating career journey from his first role in South Africa to his present role as CEO of Oriole Resources Plc. As someone who has worked for both smaller and larger companies, he has extensive experience in the mining industry across different levels and projects...

“The mining industry is changing faster than ever, resulting in both greater growth potential, as well as more disruption and volatility than in years past”. In this episode of the Dig Deep Podcast, Rob interviews Andrew Swart, who is the Canadian Global leader for Mining & Metals for Deloitte and was the author of a report exploring the key mining trends in 2019 globally. Today, he briefly discus...

What steps should you go through to smoothly grow your career to management in the mining industry?  In this episode of the Dig Deep Podcast, Rob invites Keith, an expert exploration geologist, to talk about his journey towards being one of the well-known mining entrepreneurs. He shares some personal stories, from how he got into geology to the current business endeavours he has right now. Discove...

Is cobalt still gonna be a commodity in the next decades? In this episode of the Dig Deep Podcast, Rob talks to Lance, Peter, and Yves from Cobalt Blockchain Inc. They discuss the importance of cobalt, the current political situation of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and everything you need to know about their company. Another interesting thing you’ll hear today is how they ensure that during t...

AFRICAN MINING, WILLING PARTIES WORKING TOGETHER. In this episode John Clarke, a mining veteran shares his career journey working in Africa from the Ashanti Goldfields to Great Quest Fertilisers where he is currently the Chairman.    This podcast is an opportunity to hear about how John has successfully worked in different countries and the vital aspects that must be considered when you are a gues...