Schedule at a Glance

APCOM — Advancing the Future of Mining Through Data, AI, and Optimization

The APCOM 2027 program brings together three days of technical presentations, panel discussions, networking events, and professional development opportunities designed for mining professionals, researchers, and technology innovators.

Held in Montreal, in conjunction with CIM CONNECT 2027, the conference offers delegates access to a dynamic environment where industry expertise, academic research, and emerging technologies converge.

Browse the schedule below to start planning your APCOM 2027 experience.

Quick Facts

Established in 1964
A global gathering of researchers, practitioners, technology providers, and industry leaders
Focused on Data, AI & Optimization
Hosted by CIM
Co-Located with CIM CONNECT 2027

07:30–19:00

Registration

08:30–16:30

Short Courses

16:30–17:00

Opening Ceremony

17:00–19:00

Expo Opening

07:30–17:00

Registration

08:30–10:00

Opening Plenary

10:00–10:30

Coffee Break

10:00–17:00

CIM Expo

10:30–16:45

Technical Program

12:00–14:00

Lunch at the Expo

15:00–15:30

Coffee Break

15:30–17:00

Networking Reception at the Expo

17:30–19:00

Reception, CIM-Caterpillar Awards Gala

19:00–21:30

CIM-Caterpillar Awards Gala

07:30–17:00

Registration

08:30–10:00

Panel Session

10:00–17:00

CIM Expo

10:00–10:30

Coffee Break

10:30–16:45

Technical Program

12:00–14:00

Lunch at the Expo

15:00–15:30

Coffee Break

14:30–16:00

Networking Reception at the Expo

17:00–19:00

Mining for Inclusivity Reception

18:00–21:00

APCOM Networking Dinner

20:00–00:00

Komatsu Gala

07:30–14:00

Registration

08:30–10:00

Panel Session

10:00–10:30

Coffee Break

10:30–12:00

Technical Program

12:00–14:00

APCOM Lunch

14:00–16:30

Closing Panel

16:30–17:45

Closing Ceremony & Reception

The schedule is preliminary and subject to change. Additional technical sessions, speakers, and event details will be announced as they become available.

Explore the APCOM 2027 Technical Program

Discover the topics, technologies, and ideas shaping APCOM 2027. Explore the Technical Program to learn more about the key themes and areas of focus across the mining value chain.

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