Money of Mine Has the mining industry lost the plot? With Mike Christie
Today we’re sharing an enlightening discussion into the world of making discoveries, African exploration and having an edge, with First Quantum’s Mike Christie.
We explore whether mining companies have lost the plot, where he’d explore if he had a blank canvas, how the approach of the Chinese differs and a whole heap more.
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(0:00:00)Introduction
(0:02:22)Have western mining companies lost the plot?
(0:05:25)Permitting and approvals
(0:07:30)Who has the best chance of discovery?
(0:13:22)AI and machine learning for exploration
(0:16:35)Where are the hot spots?
(0:20:15)Tech advancements in processing
(0:25:50)First Quantum's exploration success
(0:35:50)Reliance on NPV and IRR analysis