Gain intimate access to C-suite miners, senior investors and government figures you can't meet anywhere else
74% of delegates hold a job title of ‘Head of’ and above, meaning you are amongst true decision-makers
Establish new relationships and build on existing ones through informal drinks receptions, networking lunches and coffee breaks
FT journalism live on stage with unfiltered, agenda-setting discussions
Kickstart new business deals ahead of time using the FT Live networking app
Metals & Mining Summit
The global shift to cleaner energy is no longer a long-term goal; it is reshaping markets now, placing new pressure on the supply of critical minerals. This shift has triggered a wave of geopolitical competition and a rethinking of how global value chains function. Governments are moving to secure future access to key resources, while investors are pushing for quicker returns in an increasingly uncertain environment.
The mining sector sits at the centre of these changes. China’s overseas acquisitions are redrawing the competitive map, prompting the US and its allies to diversify and localise supply chains. Meanwhile, governments in resource-rich countries particularly in Africa and Latin America are asserting greater control, seeking a bigger share of mining revenues. These dynamics add to long-standing industry challenges, from permitting delays and local opposition to the high upfront cost of new projects all in the face of rising demand for copper, lithium and rare earths.
Against this backdrop, the 7th edition of the FT Mining & Metals Summit will bring together global CEOs, financiers, policymakers and strategists to debate the sector’s future. Through candid interviews and high-level panels, the summit will set the tone for LME Week and the year ahead – offering a critical platform to explore how the industry can meet demand, manage disruption, and deliver value in a more contested world.
Key themes and discussions
Consolidation and mergers
National interests in mining assets
Regulatory scrutiny
Critical minerals and supply chain security
Trade policies and tariffs
Past speakers
Why attend?
Understand
The emerging opportunities and risks from a strategic perspective to help inform your business strategy
Connect
With CEOs from the largest and most influential corporations in mining and finance
Discover
How the industry is building mineral security and shaping global supply chains for a sustainable future
THE SUPER EARLY BIRD
IN-PERSON PASS
Gain access to in-person sessions and networking drinks. Network and connect with your peers.
£1,629
plus VAT
THE SUPER EARLY BIRD
DIGITAL PASS
Access to live talks, Q&A and video on demand. Join from the comfort of your home or office.
£219
plus VAT
The power of networking
Resources
Complimentary Report
Copper’s Supply Challenge: Securing the metal behind electrification, rearmament and industrial growth
2025 Companies List
View the high calibre of companies who attended the previous edition of the event
Amazing insights at a transformative moment for the mining industry!
- Global Head Mining & Metals, dss+
Speaking Opportunities
Savannah Adams
savannah.adams@ft.com
Speaking Opportunities
Peter Bamford
peter.bamford@ft.com
Delegate Services
Shivani Budhdev
shivani.budhdev@ft.com
More top deal-making energy & commodities events
Energy Transition Summit
29 - 30 October 2025 | London
In-Person & Digital
Commodities Asia Summit
5 - 6 November 2025 | Singapore
In-Person & Digital
Commodities Global Summit
20 - 22 April 2026 | Lausanne
In-Person & Digital