Welcome to International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety & Automation

iCEM has been established to address the critical need for a pioneering institute dedicated to advancing the mining sector in India. Understanding that the mining value chain has often been handled within organizational silos, which have limited coordination and real-time data exchange, iCEM strives to lead the way in shaping a responsible mining landscape that infuses the power of human intelligence and technological advancements to lead the industry towards economic growth. Another purpose of iCEM is to explore how sustainable practices can be seamlessly integrated within the mining ecosystem, so that the earth’s reserves can be effectively mined, without environmental impacts.

Technology Adoption

Examining and assessing advanced technologies to support mining companies in maintaining a competitive edge in an ever-evolving techno-commercial era.

By evaluating the latest technologies for adoption iCEM assists mining companies in:

Defining specific business goals and objectives that align with the adoption of emerging technologies, including efficiency improvements, cost reduction, safety enhancements, or sustainability initiatives.
Evaluating the potential risks associated with the adoption of new technology.
Conducting a thorough analysis of the current technology landscape within the mining industry.
Identifying suitable technologies that are relevant to the business objectives and goals.
Developing a concept note, pre-feasibility study, Techno-Economic Feasibility Report (TEFR) and proof of concept/demonstration for selected projects.
Narrowing down technology options and selecting knowledge and implementation partners for phased evaluation and adoption.
Building a compelling business case for the adoption of successful pilot projects.

Promoting Innovation

Evolving innovative solutions into future driven projects by providing a conducive ecosystem for startups.

In an era of interconnected technologies and rapidly evolving challenges, the collective expertise of mining enterprises, technology providers and research institutions has become indispensable. iCEM enables mining companies to embrace a collaborative approach to innovation by enabling:

Codevelopment Prospects

Collaborating with potential partners, including technology providers, research institutions and start-ups, whose expertise aligns with the specific needs and challenges of mining enterprises.
Bringing together mining companies and technology partners, fostering an environment of open dialogue and facilitating collaborative agreements.
Undertaking co-development initiatives to suit the requirements of individual mining operations.
Offering project management support to ensure seamless coordination, effective communication and timely progress.
Protecting intellectual property rights of creators, ensuring a fair distribution of benefits and incentives for all parties involved.

Proof of Concept Trials

Innovation in the mining industry revolves around testing new solutions in real-world scenarios to validate their feasibility, functionality and potential impact on the mining value chain. iCEM works towards enabling mining enterprises to embrace change, adopt transformative technologies and drive sustainable growth. It provides a robust ecosystem for well-managed Proof of Concept Trials by:

Actively scouting and curating cutting-edge innovations, emerging technologies and best practices from global sources.
Identifying innovators and start-ups with potential solutions for mining challenges.
Assisting in planning and designing PoC trials.
Offering access to the necessary resources, equipment and expertise required to conduct PoC trials effectively.
Support for data collection during the PoC trials and assists in the analysis of the results.
Monitoring the performance of the PoC trials closely to identify potential challenges and opportunities for optimization.
Facilitating peer review & collaborative feedback sessions to discuss trial outcomes, address issues and refine solutions.
Offering recommendations for scaling up innovations for broader implementation across mining operations.
Helping successful PoCs to integrate into existing mining operations and processes.

Skill and Knowledge Development

Driving skills needed by the evolving mining landscape and certification of existing ones.

Targeted Training Initiatives

Targeted training initiatives by iCEM focus on specific areas of expertise, offering specialized training to address critical challenges and opportunities in various mining companies. iCEM’s role in targeted training initiatives includes:

Conducting needs assessments to identify specific training requirements within mining companies, tailoring initiatives to address unique challenges.
Designing strategic training curricula, incorporating the latest industry practices and emerging trends.
Engaging expert facilitators to deliver focused training sessions, ensuring that participants receive high-quality, practical and relevant knowledge.
Evaluating the effectiveness of training initiatives, seeking feedback from participants to enhance program impact.

Training and Skill Development Conducted at iCEM Campus

Recognizing the need for structured training and development, iCEM collaborated with various stakeholders at GMDC to create an annual training calendar and began its execution. During last year, iCEM not only developed the needed relationships, ecosystem and facilities, but also successfully delivered over 9060 man-hours of training by conducting the following programs for GMDC at iCEM facility leading to revitalization of GMDC/iCEM Dev Dholera campus:

Sr No.	Training Program	Date	Nos of Participants
1	Safety Management for Frontline Supervisors’	December 18-23, 2023	25
2	Use of ILO Classification for Detection of Pneumoconiosis	January 22-23, 2024	6
3	Mine Closure	February 16-17, 2024	71
4	Datamine Mine Planning Software (Phase I)	February 26 – March 3, 2024	11
5	Safety Management for Frontline Supervisors’	March 04-09, 2024	24
6	Orientation Training Program for ‘Workmen’s Inspectors’	March 11-23, 2024	21
7	Mining for Non-Mining Personnel	June 10-12, 2024	38
8	Datamine Mining Software (Phase II)	June 10-18, 2024	12
9	Surpac Mine Planning Software	June 19-24, 2024	14
10	Mining and Environmental Legislation	June 25-27, 2024	27
11	Land Acquisition and R & R	July 18-20, 2024	47
12	Geotechnical Engineering Aspects in Mining	August 21-23, 2024	26

Through these initiatives, iCEM continues to play a crucial role in advancing GMDC’s mission of sustainable mining and excellence in the industry.

Academic Collaborations

Collaborations between the mining industry and academic institutions are essential for bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications. To facilitate the exchange of ideas, research and expertise iCEM offers courses for holistic skilling of professionals & aspirants of mining industry by:
Identifying potential academic partners with expertise relevant to the mining industry’s needs and goals.
Facilitating joint research projects between industry professionals and academic researchers, addressing real-world challenges.
Offering practical training modules within mining companies, for real-world exposure to the industry.

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