Workshop: Underground Mine Communications Infrastructure

Underground Mine Communications Infrastructure Workshop

Operation and Maintenance of Underground Communication Systems

A GMG Guideline Development Series

Join underground technology leaders for a collaborative workshop aimed at finalizing the upcoming version of GMG’s Underground Communications Infrastructure Guideline. This version takes a full lifecycle approach to mine connectivity starting with technology selection and extending through to installation, operation, and eventual decommissioning.

This session zeroes in on the Operation and Maintenance phase. Dive into the real-world challenges and learnings of operating and maintaining large-scale underground communications systems. This interactive session will feature a short presentation and panel discussion with GMG project lead industry experts as they share firsthand insights — successes, setbacks, and the strategies that made a difference.

Collaborative Workshop: Practical problem-solving and input into the guideline

What to Expect

• Presentation with Russell Kennett, Manager, Underground Technology, Rio Tinto, and GMG project Co-lead on fibre and Ethernet networks, TETRA radio, and Wi-Fi systems
• Expert panel discussion comparing experiences across regions and mining types with:
  • Russell Kennett, Manager, Underground Technology, Rio Tinto
  • Justin Lustik, Mine Business Improvement and Projects General Supervisor, Agnico Eagle
  • Terry Pasieka, Program Manager, CGI
• Mini-workshop: share key challenges, success stories, and opportunities for future improvements
• Wrap-up: explore questions and highlight actionable takeaways