Ahmedabad, December 2nd, 2023: Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (GMDC) takes a significant stride in innovation through its wing, the International Centre of Excellence in Mining Safety and Automation (iCEM). iCEM proudly announces a strategic collaboration with IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s Technology Innovation in Exploration & Mining (TEXMiN) Foundation, marking a shared vision for the future of mining.
This partnership is not just about technology; it’s a commitment to exploring and developing cutting-edge technologies like Mining 4.0, AI, and digitalization for the betterment of mining operations. Notably, the collaboration focuses on nurturing the skills required by the miners of tomorrow.
GMDC’s dedication to sustainable mining aligns seamlessly with TEXMiN’s mission of deploying IT and digitalization-based solutions to enhance human capabilities. Beyond technology, this collaboration aims to foster a community of skilled individuals prepared to tackle the challenges of an ever-evolving industry.
Operating under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems, TEXMiN brings expertise in developing practical solutions for mineral exploration and mining using cyber-physical systems.
iCEM, GMDC’s Center of Excellence, aspires to be India’s leading institute for enabling sustainable mining. Positioned at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, iCEM reflects the global shift towards critical minerals, sustainable mining practices, and digitalization.
At the core of this collaboration are the people – the miners, innovators, and visionaries looking beyond today. The symbolic signing ceremony featured Prof. Dheeraj Kumar of IIT(ISM) Dhanbad & Director, TEXMiN, and Mr. Anupam Jalote, CEO of iCEM, officially marking this transformative partnership.
Shri Roopwant Singh IAS, Chairman of iCEM and Managing Director of GMDC, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, saying, “GMDC is delighted that its iCEM is collaborating with IIT (ISM) – TEXMiN. This partnership is noteworthy as it brings the power of technology, academia, and domain expertise to help us realize our ambitious growth plans. We believe this partnership will benefit both organizations and the broader mining community”.
Prof. Dheeraj Kumar Dy. Director, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad & Director, TEXMiN said, “The mining industry has a critical role to play in supporting mining communities to develop the skills needed to fully participate in the digital economy of the future. Academia and industry collaboration like this between iCEM-GMDC – TEXMiN – IIT(ISM) will help Indian mining and metal companies in their current reskilling and upskilling programs on digital transformation and build the workforce for the future and further help achieve 3S Mining (Safe, Smart, Sustainable) through operation & process optimization.”
GMDC and iCEM, through this collaboration, set a new benchmark for technological advancement in mining, showcasing a commitment to nurturing talent for a sustainable future.
Ahmedabad, November 7, 2023: Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd, one of the leading mining Public Sector enterprises in India is proud to announce a significant milestone in the field of mining and mineral development with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between its subsidiary, the International Centre of Innovation in Mining (iCEM), and Australia’s prestigious Monash University.
The primary objective of this MoU is to facilitate collaboration between iCEM and Monash University, aimed at injecting a fresh impetus of research and innovation into GMDC and the broader Mining and Mineral Development Sector in India. This collaboration seeks to address critical challenges, including reducing mining’s environmental footprint and enhancing its efficiency, with a strong focus on critical minerals. Moreover, it aims to foster the development of skills required to achieve these objectives.
GMDC’s strategic focus on renewable energy, metals, and other minerals combined with its ambitious growth plans, makes it a natural partner for Monash University, which excels in research and innovation, particularly in areas related to climate change, geopolitical security, and critical minerals. iCEM, with its vision of becoming India’s premier institute for sustainable mining, aspires to drive growth in the mining sector, making it more efficient, safer, and environmentally sustainable. The collaboration is in line with the global shift towards critical minerals, sustainable mining practices, net-zero goals, and digitalization, underscoring iCEM’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and collaborative excellence.
Monash University, a renowned institution with a 60-year legacy, boasts world-class expertise in mining, and critical minerals and a strong focus on addressing climate change and geopolitical security issues. It has an extensive network of campuses spanning the Indo-Pacific region and Europe, with global partnerships, including prestigious institutions in the UK and the US.
The signing ceremony, held Yesterday, witnessed the exchange of the signed MoU documents by Professor Susan Elliott, Vice Chancellor of Monash University, and Mr Anupam Jalote, CEO of iCEM. The occasion was graced by the presence of Mr Santosh Agrawal, COO of iCEM, Professor Gurdeep Singh, Director of Training at iCEM, and Mr Deepak Vyas, General Manager at GMDC.
Shri Roopwant Singh IAS, Chairman of iCEM and Managing Director of GMDC, expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, saying, “GMDC is delighted to collaborate with Monash University, one of Australia’s finest institutions. This partnership represents a significant step towards a future of sustainable mining driven by research and innovation. We believe that Professor Susan Elliott’s visit to Gujarat to commemorate this MoU will bring tangible benefits to both organizations and the broader mining community through this transformative relationship.”
The collaboration between GMDC’s iCEM and Monash University promises to usher in a new era of innovation, sustainability, and progress in the mining sector, not only in India but across the globe. The shared vision of driving positive change and achieving sustainable mining practices underscores the significance of this partnership for the future of the industry.
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