‘Corporate memory’, labour key challenges for new projects

Mining’s loss of “corporate memory” during the industry’s last protracted downturn is going to add significantly to cost and compliance headwinds confronting the next wave of projects, according to a

Do you understand the business case and does it meet corporate objectives?

A study charter/ policy is a declaration – before commencing any work – that aligns the study to the corporation’s strategic goals, outlines the terms of reference and scope of work

Block cave ore reserves – are we reporting a reserve or potential inventory?

In a recent paper, Enthalpy Associate and Director at Stratavision Nat Burgio considered the question of whether current reserve reporting for block caving operations adequately considers the complexities and geotechnical

Enthalpy taps rich vein of expertise in distributed network

The volume and calibre of miners on Enthalpy’s client list speak to the integrity and longevity of the Australian-based advisory firm. CEO Paul Harper says the register also underlines the

When leading a mining study, where do you start?

When you’re asked to lead a study on a mining project, you’ll have plenty of questions. What’s your directive and framework? What are the constraints? What minimum standards will apply?

Mining Short Course – Study Processes for Resource Projects

Accurate studies play a critical role in the success of projects. Enthalpy’s Paul Harper has teamed with the AusIMM to develop a four-week short course, Study Processes for Resource Projects.

Enthalpy Chile grows its team with the appointment of mining leader Felipe Bravo

Enthalpy Pty Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of mining leader Felipe Bravo as Executive Director of Projects for Enthalpy Chile SpA. Felipe has over 35 years’ mining experience

Study processes for resource projects to improve project delivery performance

Why are so many mining projects still far exceeding capital costs, experiencing construction schedule overruns and failing to meet environmental and social obligations? The answer is not always straightforward and

Accurate cost estimations call for an industry-specific approach

Accurate cost estimations can make or break a project – and estimating in the resources sector calls for specific knowledge unique to our industry. AusIMM, the peak body for people

A Capital Investment System – the support and assurance needed to back the right mining project decisions

Investment decisions to develop new capital assets or acquire existing ones should be made on information via a phased evaluation process. The technical and other project information changes over time

Media release – Enthalpy Capital Investment System now available on Concerto Analytics Digital Platform

Enthalpy and Concerto Analytics have partnered to make the Enthalpy Capital Investment System available on the Concerto business platform, to enhance visualisation and optimise project management and delivery for mining

Before developing a mining project, make sure you’re developing the right one

It’s a characteristic feature of the resource industry that no two orebodies are the same and consequently no two projects are the same. The development of resource projects requires the

Improved Reporting of Mining Feasibility Study Results

Enthalpy’s CEO, Paul Harper, presented on the topic Improved Reporting of Mining Feasibility Study Results at the 2019 Mineral Systems of the Pacific Rim Congress in Auckland. Download Presentation Mining

Evolution of Leadership & Management Through Technological Change

At the AusIMM New Leaders Conference 2017 Enthalpy’s Paul Harper presented on the topic Evolution of Leadership & Management Through Technological Change. View the presentation. Paul Harper is a mining

Independent peer review & benchmarking

At the AusIMM Project Evaluation 2016 conference in Adelaide Neil Cusworth and Jane Miller presented industry leading thoughts on Independent Peer Review and the use of Benchmarking in capital projects.

The use and abuse of feasibility studies – has anything changed?

At the AusIMM Project Evaluation Conference 2016 in Adelaide, Neil Cusworth presented an update of his Use and Abuse of Feasibility Studies 2007 paper. ‘The use and abuse of feasibility

Cave Mining – Understanding the Fundamentals From A Mining Business Perspective

At the 13th AusIMM Underground Operators’ Conference 2017 Cave Mining Masterclass 2040 Enthalpy’s Paul Harper presented on ‘Understanding the Fundamentals From A Mining Business Perspective’ View the presentation. This presentation

Making the Right Investment Decisions

Making the Right Investment Decisions to develop or acquire new capital assets should be made on complete information evaluated via a feasibility process. By necessity the information is never final,

The Use and Abuse of Feasibility Studies

At the AusIMM Project Evaluation 2007 conference Neil Cusworth and William Mackenzie first presented industry leading thoughts on Independent Peer Review and the use of Benchmarking in capital projects. Download Article