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APCOM 2027

Submit an abstract and be part of the APCOM 2027 Technical Program. APCOM 2027 invites researchers, practitioners, and technology providers to share original research, industrial case studies, and field deployments that advance computational methods, operations research, and data-driven intelligence across the mining value chain.

Abstract submission deadline:

· July 31, 2026

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Accepted abstracts will then be invited to develop a full technical paper following the conference paper guidelines.

Why Submit?

Why present at APCOM 2027?

Presenting at APCOM 2027 is an opportunity to share your work with a specialized international audience focused on innovation, decision-making, and performance improvement in mining.

Showcase your work to a global technical audience
Share research, innovations, case studies, and best practices
Connect with professionals across the mining ecosystem
Build collaborations and new business opportunities
Contribute to the future of data-driven mining

What to Submit?

What We Are Looking For

APCOM 2027 welcomes abstracts that clearly explain:

Showcase your work to a global technical audience
Share research, innovations, case studies, and best practices
Connect with professionals across the mining ecosystem
Build collaborations and new business opportunities
Contribute to the future of data-driven mining

subjects

Conference Topics

Orebody Modelling

Showcase your work to a global technical audience
Share research, innovations, case studies, and best practices
Connect with professionals across the mining ecosystem
Build collaborations and new business opportunities
Contribute to the future of data-driven mining

Sustainable Practices

Environmental monitoring, sensing, and data management
Water and energy optimisation
Emissions accounting and decarbonisation analytics
Tailings, waste, and geotechnical risk analytics
Closure and reclamation planning supported by data and models

Mine Planning and Design

Mine design, strategic/tactical scheduling, and optimisation
Planning and scheduling across strategic, tactical, and operational horizons
Stochastic and robust planning, scenario analysis, and uncertainty management
Cut-off policies, blending, stockpiles, and value chain optimisation
Reconciliation-driven planning and short-interval control integration
Geometallurgical integration into design and planning

Mine Operations

Equipment dispatch, routing, and productivity modelling
Maintenance optimisation and reliability analytics
Automation, autonomy, and human–machine teaming
Digital twins and operational decision support
Mineral processing analytics, advanced process control, and plant optimisation
Cybersecurity for connected operations and OT/IT convergence
Mining technology, electrification, interoperability, and integration

Investment and Risk Management

Financial modelling, project evaluation, and capital allocation
Decision-making under uncertainty and risk-based metrics
Portfolio optimisation and value/risk trade-offs
Commodity, operational, supply chain, and ESG risk analytics
Assurance, auditability, and model risk management
Geometallurgical integration into design and planning

Key Dates

Timeline for authors and presenters

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July 31, 2026

Abstract submission deadline
~ 300 words via XCD portal

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August 30, 2026

Author notification & paper guidelines
Accepted authors receive full instructions

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October 30, 2026

Draft paper submission
Peer review process begins

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March 1, 2027

Final paper & presenter registration deadline
Registration required to be included in proceedings

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May 2–5, 2027

APCOM 2027 — Montreal
Co-located with CIM CONNECT 2027

Submission Process

APCOM 2027 uses an abstract-first submission model.

Authors must first submit an abstract of approximately 300 words. Abstracts should describe the problem and decision context, methods and data, key results, and contribution or expected impact.

Following abstract acceptance, authors will receive paper guidelines and will be invited to submit a draft technical paper for peer review.

How to submit:

1. Create an account in the submission portal
2. Upload your 300-word abstract
3. Select the appropriate conference topic or topics

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Important Information

Before submitting, please note:

APCOM 2027 is an in-person conference.
All presentations will take place at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.
A technical paper is mandatory for presentation.
The author or presenter must register and pay the presenter registration fee by the deadline in order to be included in the proceedings and scheduled in the program.

Ready to contribute to APCOM 2027?

Share your research, insights, case studies, or field experience with a specialized international community advancing the future of mining through data, intelligence, and operations research.

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