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International research projects

While Europe is at the leading edge of scientific research in many areas, it nevertheless finds it difficult to convert its scientific breakthroughs into innovative, competitive and sustainable products and services. Since the launch of the First Framework Programme for Research and Technological Development in 1984, the EU’s institutions have been playing a driving role in organization of multidisciplinary trans-frontier cooperation.

            

Project title:

Autonomous Exploration and Extraction of Deep Mineral Deposits (PERSEPHONE)

Abstract:
The key goal of the PERSEPHONE project is development of the pioneering technologies for pushing the limits of EU mining industry and embodiment of autonomous and integrated near mine exploration capability. It will make it possible to access of critical raw materials through hard-to-reach deep and abandoned mines. The overall concept and vision of PERSEPHONE will be achieved by reducing the size of mining machines currently adapted to the human scale and embedding autonomy for risk-aware navigation and full digitalization of the extraction process. Also the concept of digital twin creation will be expanded with data gathered with innovative systems.  High level of innovation determines their preliminary state od development. Thus technologies of PERSEPHONE project will achieve max TRL 5.

Additionally, PERSEPHONE is introducing completely novel approaches in online near mine exploration core analysis and overall integration of related data analytics to the mine expansion. Thus, PERSEPHONE allows to foster green transition by reducing the cost and waste generated from deep-mining operations and foster the vision of zero human presence in highly hazardous areas. These will allow to achieve PERSEPHONE’s overall goal to digitalize and automate extraction value chain by creation of new concepts of energy-efficient autonomous drilling machines with advanced perception capabilities for navigation, face drilling, and core extraction, which will enable data-driven digital twin creation and geological modelling for further enhanced decision support and optimal extraction

KGHM CUPRUM participates in the development of innovative data-driven approach for computer aided planning of exploitation in exceptional deposit conditions. Our specialists will also provide input to development of technologies aimed at improvement of drilling and blasting process by increase drilling precision and proper rock mass preconditioning.

More info at the project website:

PERSEPHONE (persephone-mining.eu)

https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101138451

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Duration:
1 January 2024 – 31 December 2026

Project value:
Total project value: 4 993 125,47  €
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 293 124,00 €

Funding rate: 100%

Project title:

Intelligent digital toolbox towards more sustainable and safer extraction of mineral resources, European Health and Digital Executive Agency, GA 101092365 (NetHelix)

Abstract:
Europe’s industry and economy depend on a secure access to many commodities.

In 2020, the EC updated its list of critical non-energy non-agricultural raw materials (CRMs), based on scarcity of supply and importance to EU industry. Today, the list includes: Antimony, Fluorspar, Magnesium, Silicon Metal, Baryte, Gallium, Natural Graphite, Tantalum, Bauxite, Germanium, Natural Rubber, Titanium, Beryllium, Hafnium, Niobium, Vanadium, Bismuth, HREEs, PGMs, Tungsten, Borates, Indium, Phosphate rock, Strontium, Cobalt, Lithium, Phosphorus, Coking Coal, LREEs, Scandium. Securing sustainable access to CRM, is of high importance for the EU economy. However, the EU is confronted with a number of technological and environmental challenges along the entire production value chain of primary and secondary raw materials. NetHelix demonstrates in real life settings a toolbox of new technologies for automating and streamlining the extraction process, taking advantage of deposits through mining and waste deposits processing methods, maximising efficiency, reducing waste production, and increasing environmental and huma health and safety.

NETHELIX  project is implemented by the Systems Analytics Department, which is responsible for the development of AI algorithms for predictive maintenance of mining machinery and the optimization of mining processes in the mines: Dundee Precious Metals, Hellenic Copper Mines, Mytilineos (Delfoi Mines) Hellas Gold – Eldorado. The Department of Mining Aerology is also involved in the project, whose scope of work is related to the development of the laser air quality analyzer.

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Leader:
Astrial GMBH

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z.o.o. – Research and Development Centre, Poland; Ethnicon Metsovion Polytechnion, Greece; National Technical University Of Athens, Greece; Technische Universitaet Bergakademie Freiberg, Germany; Ulm University, Germany; Center For Research And Innovation Cyprus Ltd, Cyprus; Plegma Labs Technologikes Lyseis Anonymos Etairia, Greece; CSEM Centre Suisse D’electronique Et De Microtechnique SA – Recherche Et Developpement, Switzerland; Sandvik Mining and Construction Oy, Finland; EIT Raw Materials Clc East sp. z o.o., Poland; Emphasis Digiworld AE, Greece; Abaut Gmbh, Germany; Altus Lsa Commercial & Manufacturing SA, Greece; Societal Resilience & Climate Change Center Of Excellence, Belgium; Risa Sicherheitanalysen Gmbh, Germany; Engitec Systems International Limited, Cyprus; Markopoulou-Papakonstantinou Kai Synergates, Greece; Etaireia Dikigoron, Cyprus; Omya GmbH, Austria; Dundee Precious Metals Chelopech, Bulgaria; Hellenic Copper Mines Limited, Cyprus; Mytilinaios Anonimi Etaireia, Greece; Hellas Gold S.A., Greece; Alpes Lasers SA, Switzerland

Duration:
1.01.2023 – 30.06.2026

Project value:
Total project value: 14 900 000,00 €
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 414 000,00 €

Funding rate: 70%

Project title:

Agile Exploration and Geo-modelling for European Critical Raw materials (AGEMERA)

Abstract:
New environmental, economic and societal requirements in the EU’s transition to a low-carbon and digital economy call for innovative methods and techniques to be developed and applied in mineral exploration.

The AGEMERA project supports unlocking the CRM potential in Europe, by:

  • Developing various non-invasive innovative mineral exploration methods and technologies, in line with the stringent requirements for responsible and sustainable mining;
  • Enhancing the geological understanding and improving genetic models of ore deposits hosting CRMs at key specific sites, by employing a combination of novel and standard methods;
  • Securing the social license to operate in mining, by improving the public awareness across the EU about the potential, role and impact of CRMs in the low-carbon economy transition while strengthening the EU open strategic autonomy;
  • Unlocking the potential of friendly third countries in Africa (e.g., Zambia) for the sustainable supply of CRMs.

KGHM CUPRUM participates in the implementation of all seven work packages, with the greatest involvement planned under the WP3-Geophysical Data Acquisition and WP4-Data Fusion and Processing. KGHM CUPRUM is also the leader of task 4.5 under the AGMERA project which is aimed at comparison of the results of changes in rock mass density determined with the use of muographic measurements with changes in stresses in the same region determined on the basis of 3-dimensional numerical modelling.

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Duration:
1 August 2022 – 31 July 2025

Project value:
Total project value: 7,494,65.00 €
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 283,250.00 €

Funding rate: 100%

Project website: https://agemera.eu/

        

Project title:

Next generation carbon neutral pilots for smart intelligent mining systems (NEXGEN-SIMS)

Abstract:
The three-year project, called NEXGEN SIMS, will support new technologies, methods and processes that will enable a more sustainable and efficient carbon neutral mining operation.

A key aspect of the project is to develop autonomous carbon neutral mining processes. This includes the use of battery-electric mining equipment, full utilization of 5G for optimal connectivity and positioning, autonomous material handling, AI powered traffic and fleet control and collaboration among machines. The project is also focusing on the mine worker of the future – ‘the modern miner’ -and safety, for example by developing autonomous mine inspection technology.

KGHM CUPRUM participates mainly in two work packages ie. WP1 and WP 7. In addition it supports also WP2, WP8 and WP9. The work carried out in the WP1 package includes the development of a strategy to optimize energy consumption and adaptation the local electric network to new solutions based on autonomous and battery-powered devices. This work covers both cost analysis and actual energy consumption measurements. As part of the WP7 package, a system for continuous monitoring of rockburst hazard will be developed. This system will be also used for effectiveness assessment of destress blasting in mining panels. The measurements will be based on data recorded from the network of instrumented rock bolts, which will be analyzed on an ongoing basis in order to assess the condition of the rock mass in the analyzed area. Acquiring up-to-date data on the condition of the rock mass will help to improve work safety and the efficiency of mining processes.

NEXGEN SIMS builds on the successful H2020 EU-sponsored SIMS project, which ran between 2017 and 2020 and played an important role in advancing sustainable mining operations, partly through the use of battery-electric machines.

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Leader/Coordinator:
EPIROC ROCK DRILLS AB

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Duration:
1.05.2021 r. – 30.04.2024 r.

Project value:
Total project value: 16 259 972,50 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 738,437.50 EUR

 

Project title:

Bright concepts for a safe and sustainable digital mining future (IlluMINEation)

Abstract:
Europe urgently needs to reduce its import dependency in respect to a multitude of raw materials. In order to do so, Europe’s mining industry must completely redesign the process of traditional mining via the adoption of pioneering innovations, accompanied by extensive use of data analytics and new types of industrial IoT (IIoT). The EU-funded illuMINEation project will highlight significant aspects of digitalisation in underground mining activities with the aim of achieving highest possible levels of safety, environmental and economic performance. The project will establish a robust multi-level distributed IIoT platform based on large sensor networks featuring wireless communication capabilities. Advanced user interfaces, dashboards and AR/VR applications will allow for an optimised information flow. A rigorous cybersecurity approach will ensure that all data is properly protected.

This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 869379.

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Leader/Coordinator:
MONTANUNIVERSITAET LEOBEN

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Duration:
1 September 2020 – 29 February 2024

Project value:
Total project value: 8,863,685.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 400,500.00 EUR

Project website: www.illuMINEation-h2020.eu

Project title:

Intelligent production management in underground mining (SIMS)

Abstract:
The purpose of the project consists in preparation, validation and implementation of new technologies and solutions for the mining industry. Consortium consisting of mining enterprises and suppliers of innovative technologies as well as the most reputable universities will prepare production management systems in underground mining that will enable to improve effectiveness of control and handling of deposit mining processes. Preparation, testing and demonstration of new and innovative technologies will enable deposit mining especially at large depths, supported by new planning and management tools, as well as the park of properly modified machinery for exploitation, transport and processing of raw materials.

Work of consortium members at SIMS project will enable further development of digitization systems and automation of mining processes of deposits located at large depths, which will contribute to the increased safety of mining works, limited emission of hazardous substances and increased effectiveness of work.

Work performed by KGHM CUPRUM will include a series of numerical analyses of the condition of rock mass in the period of increased occurrence of high energy stress relief of the rock mass in selected LGOM mining areas that enable to determine the level of stress, strain and safety in analysed rock mass areas in mining situations before the occurrence of the analysed archive quakes as well as the preparation of a suitable method of group blasting resulting in more effective tools of provoking seismic activity and reduction of rockburst hazards. The project will result in preparation and testing new technologies of stress relief blasting in underground conditions.

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Project participants:

Leader: 
Atlas Copco Rock Drills AB

Partners: 
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. Research and Development Centre, Lulea Tekniska Universitet, Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB, Boliden Mineral AB, ABB AB, Ericsson AB , Mobilaris AB , Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen , K+S Kali GmbH , Agnico-Eagle Finland OY, IGW Europe AB

Duration:
May 2017  – April 2020

Project value:
Total project value: 12,709,745.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 338,668.75 EUR

Project title:

THING – subTerranean Haptic INvestiGator

Abstract:
THING will advance the perceptual capabilities of highly mobile legged platforms through haptic perception and active exploration. In this light, THING will deliver: 1) Novel foot designs for enhanced tactile perception and locomotion, 2) Improved perceptual capability, enriching existing modalities (lidar, vision) with haptic information, 3) Heightened physical sense of the environment, including friction, ground stability (difficult through vision alone), and 4) Enhanced mobility through improved perception, prediction, and control.

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Project participants:

Leader:
Edinburgh University

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, University of PISA, Politechnika Poznańska, Eidgenoessische Technische Hochschule Zurich,  The Chancellor, Masters And Scholars of the University of Oxford,  Qbrobotics SRL, ANYbotics AG

Duration:
01.01.2018-31.03.2020

Project value:
Total project value: 4,071,685.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 266,430.00 EUR

Project title:

Integrated Process Control based on Distributed In-Situ Sensors into Raw Material and Energy Feedstock

Abstract:
The DISIRE project has been inspired by the existing needs of multiple industrial sectors, including the world leading industrial enterprises in chemical, non-ferrous, ferrous and steel industries. Their activity is connected with SPIRE PPP initiative and its objectives. The overall and measurable objective of the DISIRE project is to develop the existing industrial processes by implementing resource and energy efficiency and using technological breakthroughs and scientific achievements in the field of Industrial Process Control (IPC). With the DISIRE project one integrated measurement system in raw materials flows in the production process will be used. It will extend the level of knowledge and awareness of changes and undergoing processes taking place during transportation of raw materials at different levels of production. In this approach, the Integrated Process Control System (IPC), instead of external experts, will optimize the overall process. The product itself will make the System reconfigure all the production lines. Specific Process Analyzer Technology (PAT) will be able to define quality and performance requirements that for the first time in the process industry will be able to be directly applied on the physical properties of the developed products, thus enabling reconfiguration of the control system of the production line and the product. In this way, the whole production can be fully integrated from the raw materials to the end product, allowing the multiple process reconfigurations and an optimal operation based on the product’s properties that can be applied as regards the whole product production cycle in multiple cross-sectorial processes.

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Uczestnicy projektu

Leader:
LULEA TEKNISKA UNIVERSITET

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. – CBR; KGHM PM S.A.; POLITECHNIKA WROCŁAWSKA; ODYS SRL; LUOSSAVAARA-KIIRUNAVAARA AB; SCUOLA IMT (ISTITUZIONI, MERCATI, TECNOLOGIE) ALTI STUDI DI LUCCA; ELECTROTECH KALIX AB; FUNDACION CIRCE CENTRO DE INVESTIGACION DE RECURSOS Y CONSUMOS ENERGETICOS; DOW CHEMICAL IBERICA SL; ABB AB; D’APPOLONIA SPA; FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FOERDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG E.V; G-STAT LTD; SWEREA MEFOS AB

Duration:
01.2015–01.2018

Project value:
5 998 343,75 EUR, CUPRUM: 226 600 EUR

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Project title:

New Mining Concept for Extracting Metals from Deep Ore Deposits using Biotechnology

Abstract:
The method is based on underground bioleaching of metal ores preceded by proper extension of deposits of such ores. Its potential use could enable to win metals from deep ore deposits since traditional mining methods make the exploitation impossible or unprofitable. Possible use of such method will be tested on the basis of bioleaching test of metals from a rock block located in one of copper mines of KGHM Polska Miedź S.A. – coordinator of the project. A model for such process will be developed and a microbiological consortium will be prepared, used for bioleaching. The test results will be interpreted in form of technological concept of underground bioleaching of metal ores in in situ conditions, with particular emphasis on environmental and social aspects.

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Project participants:

Leader:
KGHM POLSKA MIEDŹ S.A.

Partners:
TEKNOLOGIAN TUTKIMUSKESKUS VTT, MINERAL INDUSTRY RESEARCH ORGANISATION, AKADEMIA GORNICZO-HUTNICZA IM. STANISLAWA STASZICA W KRAKOWIE, BANGOR UNIVERSITY, BUNDESANSTALT FUER GEOWISSENSCHAFTEN UND ROHSTOFFE; BUREAU DE RECHERCHES GEOLOGIQUES ET MINIERES, COBRE LAS CRUCES SA, CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE, DMT GMBH & CO. KG, G.E.O.S.INGENIEURGESELLSCHAFT MBH; GEOLOGIAN TUTKIMUSKESKUS; HATCH ASSOCIATES LIMITED; HELMHOLTZ-ZENTRUM DRESDEN-ROSSENDORF EV; INSTYTUT METALI NIEZELAZNYCH; KEMAKTA KONSULT ABSWEDEN; KGHM CUPRUM SP ZOO CENTRUM BADAWCZO-ROZWOJOWE; KGHM KUPFER AG; MINTEK; TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAET BERGAKADEMIE FREIBERG; TTY-SAATIO; UMWELT- UND INGENIEURTECHNIK GMBH DRESDEN; TEKNOLOGIAN TUTKIMUSKESKUS VTT OY

Duration:
02.2015–02.2018

Project value:
8 564 961,75 EUR

EIT Raw Materials    

Project title:

SkiComCu – SkiComCu-Lifelong Learning Course for skills & competences in the Copper sector

 

 

 

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The main goal of the project is to identify, recognize and understand gaps in skills and competences in the copper value chain in five RIS (Regional Innovation Schemes countries): Poland, Spain, Portugal, Bulgaria and Greece in the short-term (2025), medium-term (2030). ) and long-term (2050), as well as the development and delivery of advanced training and tools to cover them, corresponding to, among others, the requirements of digital and green transformation. The identified gaps will be two-fold: they will relate to professional technical skills related to copper mining and metallurgy, as well as to the unique set of soft skills in the work environment (such as entrepreneurship, effective teamwork etc.). An innovative program of validated tools and training for target groups, including selected groups of education focused on the copper sector (vocational school students, university graduates) and copper industry employees, will serve to cover skill gaps and increase the level of practical education.

The implementation of the project will focus on: building profiles and diagnosing competency gaps of employees for key job positions in the copper sector, developing a competency model for an employee in the copper mining sector, taking into account the requirements of the European Qualifications Framework and National Qualifications Framework and its validation, creating a catalogue of competences for the future of the sector, developing methodological materials and training tools (including multimedia) for improving employee competences and their pilot implementation on a dedicated training platform, validation and certification of competences (industry credentials) and development of training centers for the needs of the future copper sector in Poland (Training Centre of KGHM Polska Miedź S.A.) and Greece (Training and Lifelong Learning Centre of NTUA).

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Project partners:

Leader:
ElvalHalcor Hellenic Copper and Aluminium industry S.A.

Partners:
KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. – CBR, Sieć Badawcza Łukasiewicz – Instytut Technologii Eksploatacji, Technical University of Madrid, NOVA University Lisbon, National Technical University of Athens – NTUA, Aurubis Bulgaria AD, Technical University of Madrid – CeDInt, La Palma Research Centre

Duration:
10.2023-09.2026

Project value:
Total project value: 2 262 039 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 111 112 EUR

Project title:

VOT3D – Ventilation Optimizing Technology based on 3D-scanning 

 

 

 

Abstract:

In general, the digitization and robotization of the mining industry are major trends as they provide significant advantages in terms of productivity and safety. The VOT3D project aims to support the raw material sector by introducing modern methods and innovative solutions for the optimization of underground ventilation in mining scenarios. The tasks included in the VOT3D project will improve the current technology and adapt it to harsh environments and expand the technology to TRL9, aimed at safety increase, cost reduction, and sustainable production. The project may result in significant energy savings and, consequently, cost reductions as well as limiting the negative impact on the environment. Additionally, the proposed solution leads to a safety increase, first by limiting human presence in hazardous zones during data capturing and secondly by aerological hazards reduction thanks to ventilation optimization.

KGHM CUPRUM is responsible for pilot validation in real world scenarios. The pilots will be executed in KGHM Polska Miedź S.A. on sites with versatile characteristics to ensure that the system has been checked properly and is ready to be implemented in every mine by identification and reduction of any potential complications. In the project development will be engaged the aerology laboratory with a qualified staff. The Department of Mining Aerology has created concepts and technical solutions, as well as analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of ventilation and air conditioning systems for underground mines.

Project website: https://vot-3d.com/

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Project partners:

Leader:
ABB Poland

Partners:
Fondazione Bruno Kessler, KGHM CUPRUM, KGHM Polska Miedź S.A, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, UAV Autosystems Hovering Solutions España, MNLT Innovations P.C.

Duration:
07.2022-06.2025

Project value:
Total project value: 2 161 804 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 186 058 EUR

Project title:

SEC4TD – Securing tailings dam infrastructure with an innovative monitoring system

 

 

 

Abstract:

The main goal of this project is to develop an integrated end-to-end (E2E) solution composed of three hardware and software innovative products for mining operators and service providers that will enable multi-scale multi-platform data collection and visualization, events prediction, effective information management and data traceability. SEC4TD will connect the physical and digital world to take advantage of the recent ICT innovations to support safety and sustainability concepts for tailings dam monitoring.

KGHM Cuprum participate in the development of several crucial components of the platform, such as tailings dam mathematical model, artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for failure prediction, and visualization and reporting tools for the end users of the developed products.

Project website: https://sec4td.fbk.eu

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Project partners:

Leader:
Worldsensing SL

Partners:
ArcelorMittal Innovación, Investigación e Inversión, S.L., Fondazione Bruno Kessler, GEOTEKO Serwis Sp. z o.o., KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, National Technical University of Athens – NTUA, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya

Duration:
07.2022-06.2025

Project value:
Total project value: 2 505 610 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 339 325 EUR

Project title:

TIMREX – T-Shaped Master Programme for Innovative Mineral Resource Exploration

 

 

 

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The main goal of the project is to develop a master’s level programme for modern mining exploration techniques. The didactic scope is designed that students gain knowledge not only in the lecture hall, but mainly during the field camps with the support of lecturers and practitioners in this field. In addition to knowledge in the area of exploration geology, great emphasis will be placed on creating the so-called T-Shaped skills, which are currently in demand on the labour market. Students will also be able to develop knowledge in the field of entrepreneurship and innovation during the internships and mentoring offered by the industrial partners and R&D centers associated in the project consortium. The proposed master’s program also provides structured mobility of students among the universities that are part of the consortium.

More information: www.timrexproject.eu

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Project partners:

Leader:
University of Miskolc

Partners:
University of Zagreb, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Luleå University of Technology, INESCTEC, UNEXMIN GeoRobotics, European Federation of Geologists, Boliden AB, GeoGold Karpatia Ltd,  KGHM Cuprum Ltd. Research & Development Centre, La Palma Research Centre, Geological Survey of Slovenia – GeoZS

Duration:
01.2022-12.2024

Project value:
Total project value: 1 052 073 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 14 375 EUR

Project title:

RMsManager. Raw Materials Manager Course

 

 

 

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Workshop programme

Abstract:

The main idea is to share good practices in current education activities and to develop new course for master students RMs Manager, in order to prepare professional personnel in the field of Management in RMs sector. A wide range of activities – lectures, workshops, idea camps will be transferred from developed to RIS countries. It will give students the possibility of expanding knowledge in order to find the right job for their special talents in RMs sector.

More information: https://rmsmanagercourse.pl/workshop-kghm 

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Project partners:

Leader:
AGH University of Science and Technology Cracow

Partners:
Lappeenranta University of Technology, Technical University of Kosice, National Technical University of Athens, Agenzia Nazionale per le Nuove Tecnologie, l’Energia e lo Sviluppo Economico Sostenibile (ENEA), KGHM Cuprum Ltd. Research & Development Centre, Waste Management and Recycling Cluster – National Key Cluster, Consorcio Campus Iberus, Odessa Institute of Trade and Economics of Kyiv National University of Trade and Economics

Duration:

01.2020-10.2022

Project value:
Total project value:  283,853.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 34,216.00 EUR

Project title:

Timegated Raman for Exploration T-REX

 

 

Abstract:

T-REX, the development of a novel timegated RAMAN sensor adapted to the requirements of the raw materials sector, aims at supplying precise real-time mineralogical analysis of rock samples. The TREX sensor will be integrated into EIT´s ongoing project ANCORELOG, an analytical multi-sensor drill core logging system, with the objective of further developing an inter-european automatization and digitalization concept of drill core logging. The novel timegated RAMAN technology, a significant improvement of the classic and well known RAMAN technology, allows a fast and precise mineralogical sample analysis and is applicable on a wide range of minerals. Huge drilling campaigns are performer during exploration, mining, processing and recycling of raw materials involving a considerable amount of time and costs associated with sample collection (drilling), sample preparation, sample transport and subsequent manual characterization and laboratory analysis. A precise, standardized time and cost efficient analytical logging process is of substantial importance for successful exploration and mining operations.

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Project partners:

Leader:
Teknologian Tutkimuskeskus VTT (Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd. VTT)

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, DMT GmbH & Co, Université de Liège, Bundesanstalt für Geowissenschaften und Rohstoffe (BGR), LTU Business AB, Minas de Aguas Teñidas SAU, MATSA facilities in Huelva, Spain

Duration:

01.2020-12.2022

Project value:
Total project value:  997,637.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 28, 750.00 EUR

Project title:

Supply of BATTERy minerals using lignin nanoparticles as FLotAtIon collectors (BATTERFLAI)

 

Abstract:

The main objective of the Project is development of a sustainable and efficient flotation process for the recovery of battery metals, using abundant resources for environmental friendly flotation reagents that can secure the supply and quality of collectors for the smooth operation of the mines. The new collectors have unique  properties regarding the suppression of iron during flotation and selective recovery of battery base metals such as Cu, Ni, Co and Au from sulphide iron ores.

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Project partners:

Leader:
Luleå University of Technology (LTU)

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Boliden Mineral AB, ColloidTek Oy, EIT Raw Materials GmbH, HELLAS GOLD S.A., Sieć Badawcza Łukasiewicz – Instytut Metali Nieżelaznych, KGHM Polska Miedz Spółka Akcyjna, LTU Business AB, National Technical University of Athens – NTUA, RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB

Duration:

01.2020-12.2023

Project value:
Total project value: 2,741,300.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 121,621.00 EUR

Project website: https://batterflai.eu/

Project title:

Training trainers in East and Southeastern Europe (TrainESEEv.2)

Abstract:

The main goal of the project is to build a modern teaching methodology, focused on six universities in Eastern and Southeastern Europe. The areas of education and training for the academic staff of RIS (Research Innovation Scheme) covered by the undertaking include project implementation and management, skills to create innovation and entrepreneurial thinking, as well as scientific and business competences.

The project consortium coordinated by the University of Zagreb consists of ‘Trainer’ partners (Aalto University, Tecnalia Research Innovation, KGHM CUPRUM Ltd. Research and Development Centre, Vienna University of Technology, University of Leoben, National Technical University of Athens and University of Miskolc) and ‘Training’ partners (University of Technology in Kosice, AGH Krakow, University of Miskolc, National Technical University of Athens and two universities from the ESEE region).

As part of the project, four training modules will be developed and implemented as acceleration programs:

1) Teaching methodology
2) Project preparation and management
3) Innovation and entrepreneurship
4) Science to business

Project website: https://trainesee2.eu

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Project partners:

Leader:
University of Zagreb – Faculty of Mining, Geology and Petroleum Engineering

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, University of Miskolc, Aalto-Korkeakoulusaatio (Aalto University), AGH University of Science and Technology, Fundación Tecnalia Research & Innovation, Montanuniversität Leoben, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Technical University of Kosice, Technische Universitaet Wien (Vienna University of Technology), University of Mining and Geology St. Ivan Rilski, Dnipro University of Technology (NMU Ukraine)

Duration:

01.2020-12.2021

Project value:
Total project value: 723,797.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 49,382.00 EUR

Project title:

Continued education program in rock engineering for deep mines
(Safe Deep Mining)

Abstract:
The main objective of the project is to prepare and implement an innovative programme of learning in the field of rock mass mechanics in deep underground mines. The training is addressed to employees of mines, authorities, supervisory bodies, consulting companies and universities, who, in their work, deal with the study of hazard in mines related to rock mass pressure, which are serious threat to current and future mining works.
The implementation of the “SafeDeepMining” educational programme is a response to the shortage of highly specialised engineers in the European mining industry. The aim of the programme is to supplement the knowledge of mining and civil engineering graduates as well as geologists working in industry, which will help solve problems related to the mining of deposits located at great depths.

At the same time, the programme is an answer to one of the main technical challenges: “Stability in deep mines”, which was formulated in March 2017 by the European Association of the Mining Industries, Metal Ores and Industrial Minerals.

As part of the project, the work of KGHM CUPRUM includes the development of training materials in the field of rock mass mechanics and the problems of seismic activity on the example of underground copper ore mines in Legnica – Glogow Copper Basin.

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All the interested in gaining knowledge and new skills in the field of mining issues related to dynamic changes in rock pressure as a result of mining activity at large depths are encouraged to apply.

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Project partners:

Leader:
Montanuniversität Leoben

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Clausthal University of Technology, University of Pretoria, South Africa, Geodata Group, Politechnika Śląska, Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, Veitsch-Radex GmbH&Co KG, Wolfram Bergbau und Hütten AG, Zentralanstalt für Meteorologie und Geodynamik Wien

Duration:

01.2018-12.2020

Project value:
Total project value: 374,555.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 34,500.00 EUR

Project title:

A Master education project dedicated to mineral resources and sustainability (OpenYourMine)

Abstract:

The main objective of the project is to develop and conduct an innovative educational program for approximately 40 Master’s students from involved universities per year. The program aims to provide students with specialist knowledge as well as to create a platform for the exchange of experience for experts in the mining and related sectors. The program will address gaps in existing curricula and will be dedicated to mineral resources, economy of sustainable development and sociology of innovation.

The assumption is to use the most modern tools for visualization and data integration as well as strong industry involvement (e.g. AREVA-Orano, Rio Tinto, KGHM Polska Miedź SA, Almonty) in the field of: co-creating case studies, participation in courses and workshops, adaptation of teaching content and direct cooperation with the student. The main goal is to build a strong network of qualified managers related to the mining industry, familiar with the practical aspects of mining operations in relations exploitation-environment-society.

The OpenYourMine education program aims to strengthen the creativity of Master’s students, their entrepreneurship and skills for the future sustainable development of mineral resources in Europe.

Four new teaching units will be developed that will address the following key questions regarding the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources in Europe:

1) How to ensure ecologically and socially viable continuity of global mineral supply in Europe?

2) What are the energy-raw materials nexus in the context of energy transition?

3) What is sustainability in the context of mineral deposits?

4) How to find mineral deposits, e.g. REE to meet growing demand?

Project website: https://www.openyourmine.eu/

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Leader:
University Grenoble Alpes

Partners:
Nova University of Lisbon, KGHM CUPRUM Ltd. Research and Development Centre, Wroclaw University of Science and Technology

Duration:
01.2019-12.2021

Project value:
Total project value: 942,887.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 155,623.00 EUR

Project title:

VirtualMine – a modeling tool for Wider Society Learning (VirtualMine)

Abstract:

The main goal is to increase the awareness among local community about the importance of raw materials and its possible use for better development of the European regions. Furthermore, the project is to popularize mining among the general public, especially children and students who start to develop their path career, as well as to show the importance of the minerals in our modern world. The main stress should be put on creating conditions to convey knowledge on raw material as key to the development of the circular knowledge-based economy in the most effective way. Specific objectives are: showing attractiveness and diversity of mining through the use of customized, innovative teaching methods (including multimedia applications), strengthening the key competencies in children and students, such as practical use of obtained knowledge in the field of mining, creativity and entrepreneurship, as the skills necessary in further professional life and showing to the project participants the usefulness of education in sciences and their use in today’s labor market in the context of planning an attractive career, breaking stereotypes about mining, generally applicable in the society, including use of raw materials. Showing social utility and application of mining in everyday life as the model of sustainable development, establishing cooperation between scientific and informal educational public entities to improve the attractiveness of vocational education in the faculties.

The project combines the development of educational models with the knowledge-based economy of raw materials. Planned activities under the project will contribute to the rise of the creativity level and practical application of scientific and technical knowledge. The project will show that specialization in raw materials industrial applications can be “trendy” and, choosing the experimental science as a field of study gives a chance for an attractive career, not only in scientific units but in enterprises operating on the basis of intelligent specializations. The VirtualMine educational program is developing the methods to encourage young people to choose a career in mining faculties. Implementation of the project will allow to creation of informal educational network about raw materials and its further active development as well as to strengthen the impact of informal education on social attitudes towards the mining industry.

Project website: https://virtualmine.net/

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Project partners:

Leader:
KGHM CUPRUM Ltd. – Research and Development Centre

Partners:
Technical University of Madrid, National Technical University of Athens, Technical University of Kosice, Slovenian National Building and Civil Engineering Institute, Copper Museum in Legnica, Dnipro University of Technology, I3D S.A.

Duration:

04.2017-12.2019

Project value:
Total project value: 365,025.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 180,730.00 EUR

Project title:

Developing superior technical infrastructure throughout EIT RawMaterials community to Foster technologies and methodologies for re-activation of former mine sites (Re-Activate)

Abstract:

The project objective is to establish a Network of Infrastructure (NoI) of experts throughout EIT RawMaterials community, developing superior technical infrastructure to create synergies to merge and further develop advanced technologies and methodologies for re-activation of former mine sites. The NoI will also be the single point of contact for any relevant expertise in the particular fields.

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Project partners:

Leader:
DMT GmbH & Co. KG  Geo Engineering & Exploration Division, Essen, Niemcy

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Clausthal University of Technology, University of Pretoria, South Africa, Geodata Group, Politechnika Śląska, Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, Veitsch-Radex GmbH&Co KG, Wolfram Bergbau und Hütten AG, Zentralanstalt für Meteorologie und Geodynamik Wien, Agencia Estatal Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas M.P., CSIC (Spanish National Research Council), Clausthal University of Technology, CUTEC-Institut GmbH (Clausthal Institute of Environmental Technology GmbH) , DMT GmbH & Co. KG , E F T A S Fernerkundung, Technologietransfer GmbH (EFTAS), EIT Raw Materials GmbH, Geological Survey of Slovenia, GeoZS, Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf e.V. (HZDR), Katholieke Universiteit te Leuven (KU Leuven), Montanuniversität Leoben, Ovidius University of Constanta, TalTech University, Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola Bochum (THGA Bochum), University of Limerick

Duration:

04.2017-12.2019

Project value:
Total project value: 374,816.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 12,000.00 EUR

Project title:

Smart Hard Rock Mining System (RockVader)

 

Abstract:

For securing future raw materials supply, new solutions are required to enhance economically viable mining operations. Especially in the currently challenging economic environment there is a need to improve the Net Present Value (NPV) of ore deposits. Compared to the drill & blast technology, mechanical cutting provides numerous environmental, safety and economic benefits and the continuous process would allow faster advance rates. As the technology of mechanical rock cutting is a core competence of Sandvik Mining and Construction in Zeltweg/Austria, continuous development work was performed in this sector. Numerous research projects, also on a European level, have been realized to improve the capabilities of cutting systems to allow economic excavation also in hard rock conditions. The objective of the project is to prove and make ready for marketing this new mechanical cutting machine which will at least double the excavation speed of underground roadway developments, compared to the present state of the art technology of drilling & blasting. The fast and safe mechanical excavation of the new Rock Vader system will enhance economic and safe mining for the future by increasing the development rate and by providing an accurate and smooth tunnel profile.

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Project partners:

Leader:
Sandvik Mining and Construction G.m.b.H

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Montanuniversität Leoben, DMT GmbH & VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd., Wolfram Bergbau und Huetten AG

Duration:

01.01.2017-30.06.2019

Project value:
Total project value: 3,257,604.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 173,000.00 EUR

Project title:

Maintained Main & Machine (MaMMa)

Abstract:

MaMMa focuses on the development of a combined cyber-physical software system to improve whole mine maintenance by collecting and processing machine & infrastructure data to present analyzed conditions in a structured and clear way.

Mine operators require operational availability, efficiency and the safety of the machines, mine workings and employees. This can be achieved with good maintenance.

In addition, machine producers are requesting real load data to optimize their machine construction. Consulting and engineering companies typically request data for process optimization and incident management, too. To offer their services effectively, optimization consultants (e.g. for maintenance and processes, etc.) tend to look for simple access to wear & tear data; such data is provided by the proposed MaMMa system.

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Project partners:

Leader:
DMT GmbH & Co.

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Politechnika Wrocławska, Montanuniversität Leoben, KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., Clausthal University of Technology, Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen, LTU Business AB,RISE Research Institutes of Sweden AB, Caterpillar Global Mining GmbH

Duration:

01.01.2018-31.12.2020

Project value:
Total project value: 1,641,631.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 107,157.00 EUR

Project title:

Visualisation of 3D-4D models in exploration and geosciences (VISUAL3D)

Abstract:

When it comes to interpretation of data and understanding of deep geological structures and bodies at different scales then modelling tools and modelling experience is vital for deep exploration. Geomodelling provides a platform for integration of different types of data, including new kinds of information (e.g., new improved measuring methods).

The VISUAL3D network of infrastructure is an initiative by EIT Raw Materials and aims at bringing together partners with 3D-4D-visualisation infrastructure and 3D-4D-modelling experience. The recently formed network collaboration interlinks hardware, software and expert knowledge in modelling visualization and output. A special focus will be the linking of research, education and industry and integrating multi-disciplinary data and to visualize the data in three and four dimensions. By aiding network collaborations, we aim at improving the combination of geomodels with differing file formats and data characteristics. This will create an increased competency in modelling visualization and the ability to interchange and communicate models more easily. By combining knowledge and experience in geomodelling with expertise in Virtual Reality visualization partners of EIT Raw Materials but also external parties will have the possibility to visualize, analyze and validate their geomodels in immersive VR-environments.

​The infrastructure within the network comprises different types of capturing and visualization hardware, ranging from high resolution cubes, VR walls, VR goggle solutions, high resolution photogrammetry, UAVs, lidar-scanners, and many more.

Project website: http://www.visual3d.rocks/

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Project partners:

Leader:
Luleå University of Technology

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, Geological Survey of Finland, Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland, TUBA Freiberg, Uppsala University, Geological Survey of France, RWTH Aachen, DMT, Boliden, Montanuniversität Leoben, Slovenian National Building and Civil Engineering Institute, Tallinn University of Technology and Turku University

Duration:

04.2017-12.2019

Project value:
Total project value: 382,437.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 15,000.00 EUR

Project title:

Mixed Reality Handbooks for Mining Education (MiReBooks)

Abstract:

MiReBooks is a new digital learning experience that will change the way we teach, learn and subsequently apply mining. By taking traditional paper based education material and enriching it with virtual and augmented reality based experiences (Mixed Reality) teachers can now convey and students now experience phenomena in the classroom that are usually not easily accessible in the real world. Complex issues of mining are no longer a challenging barrier for learning progress and students complete their studies with a more thorough comprehension of their discipline. Through thought through pedagogic inclusion in teaching plans students will be able to take advantage of new ways of participation that are suitable for the needs of their generation. With MiReBooks the way of teaching will change as instructors will be able engage their students in a more effective way and offer them an enriched content repertoire as well as a hightened comprehension opportunity. The array of possible industrial mine environment examples that students can be immersed into becomes endless and thus the industry will receive graduates that are familiarized in-depth with a holistic view on the industrial context. Students will enter the job market skilled as digital natives and highly influence the way the industry will work and develop in this way in the future. Mixed Reality is certainly a most promising way to enable users to make the most of their learning experience and thus leverage the improvement of operational efficiencies and innovation. The tool is hence also attractive for industry application in professional training to bring existing employees up to speed with the latest standards. MiReBooks will be the lubricant of change and innovation in the mining sector in terms of society and environment, safe and healthy working conditions and mining processes and equipment.

Project website: https://mirebooks.com/

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Project partners:

Leader:
Montanuniversität Leoben

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. – Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, EPIRoc Rock Drills AB, Luleå University of Technology (LTU), Rheinisch-Westfaelische Technische Hochschule Aachen (RWTH Aachen), Tallinna Tehnikaülikool (TTÜ), Technische Universitaet Graz (TU Graz), Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg (TUBAF), Teknologian tutkimuskeskus VTT, Università degli Studi di Trento.

Duration:

1.01.2019- 31.12.2021

Project value:
Total project value: 3,393,781.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 106,500.00 EUR

Project title:

Operation monitoring of mineral crushing  machinery (OPMO)

 

Abstract:

The motivation for this project is the urgent need to improve the performance and overall efficiency of machinery used in the processing of raw materials. It is inspired by the positive results obtained from a number of previous projects focused on the research aspect and innovations developed by consortium members with respect to machine maintenance and failure prediction.
The project focuses on the development of a combined monitoring and diagnostic system to improve operation monitoring of mining mineral and crushing machines – a critical element of the production chain. This new product will lead to cost-saving extended maintenance intervals and increased operational availability. The proposed solution is based on updating existing monitoring systems, retrofitting of some new components and fusion of available data to assure high-performance data processing for reliable maintenance decision. The smart solution utilizes digital technologies with big data handling and decision making intelligence. Safety of the system is increased due to the reduced amount of unexpected failures of machine components, and in addition, the project offers an educational view in the terms of several MSc-thesis.

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Project partners:

Leader:
Tampere University of Technology (TUT)

Partners:
KGHM Cuprum sp. z o.o. Centrum Badawczo-Rozwojowe, KGHM Polska Miedz Spólka Akcyjna, Metso Minerals Oy, Finland, Politechnika Wroclawska, AMEplus Sp. z o.o.

Duration:
01.01.2019 – 31.12.2021

Project value:
Total project value: 1,106,181.00 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 129,977.00 EUR

 

Interreg Baltic Sea Region  

Project title:

Empowering Underground Laboratories Network Usage (EUL)

Abstract:

Empowering Underground Laboratories Network Usage (EUL) is an extension stage project that has its roots in the regular project Baltic Sea Underground Innovation Network (BSUIN).

In the Baltic Sea region, there are world leading science organizations and industrial companies specialized in geophysics, geology and underground construction, as well as, several highly interesting underground laboratories (ULs) that are not utilized to their full potential.

One of the main objectives of EUL is to test the developed business and service concepts for the established network of underground laboratories and for the individual laboratories. Testing ensures the functionality of laboratory service concepts and customer relationship management processes for commercial and non-commercial users. It provides feedback on how the laboratories should further develop their process from early contact to having the clients operating in their facilities.

Main target groups are the ULs, their users and potential customers (companies and researchers). The ULs will become wider known and utilized. They will have a larger pool of potential new customers, better customer relationship management and customer processes. The potential new customers will have better opportunities to find information on the ULs. Another target group is regional development agencies that will be informed about the business possibilities in ULs so that they can provide information to potential customers looking for business opportunities.

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Project partners:

Leader:
University of Oulu, Kerttu Saalasti Institute, Finland

Partners:
KGHM Cuprum Research & Development Centre Ltd., Poland; Oulu University of Applied Sciences,Finland; University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland; Swedish Nuclear Fuel and Waste Management Co, Sweden; TU Bergakademia Freiberg Technical University, Germany; German Research Centre for Geosciences, Germany; Vilnius University, Lithuania; National Center for Nuclear Research, Poland; Baltic Scientific Instruments, Latvia; Karelian Research Center of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia; Joint stock company “Khlopin Radium Institute”, Russia; Sotkamo Silver AB, Sweden; Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia.


Duration:

1 January 2021 – 31 December 2021

Project value:
Total project value: 791,157.40 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 50,000.00 EUR

Project website: https://undergroundlabs.network/

 

Project title:

The Baltic Sea Underground Innovation Network (BSUIN)

Abstract:
The Baltic Sea Underground Innovation Network (BSUIN) project is funded by Interreg Baltic Sea funding cooperation. The aim of the project is to develop a service offering of Baltic Sea Region’s underground laboratories. The overall objective of the project is developing capability to offer technology transfer utilizing the facilities and research infrastructures of the ULs for business development.

Besides scientific research, the underground laboratories can provide unique environments for various businesses, such as develop mining technology and tunnel construction equipment or radiation shielding systems or for testing of geophysical, radiation detection, and other measurement instruments. Underground Laboratories can be also good place for production, which is a new and growing field especially in the production of thermal energy or facilitating food production.

The BSUIN consortium has 14 members from eight Baltic Sea countries.

Work performed by KGHM CUPRUM will include a leading of Work Package no.4 related with health and safety in underground workings. Aims and Objectives of WP 4 is to identify potential risk of unwanted events and characterize them including probability of occurrence with Max, Most Likely, Min values as simplest estimates. In result developing of the stages of risk treatment (treatment options, treatment and safety plans, monitoring) will be able. Final stage of works performed by KGHM Cuprum will be conceptualisation and descriptions of the prototype UL complying all requirements of best practice applied to ULs in Europe.

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Project partners:

Leader:
UNIVERSITAT LINZ

Partners:
KKGHM Cuprum Ltd. Research & Development Centre (CUPRUM), Oulu University of Applied Sciences (OUAS), University of Silesia (USK), Swedish Nuclear Fuel and Waste Management Co. (SKB), TU Bergakademie Freiberg Technical University (TUBAF), German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ), Vilnius University (VU), National Centre for Nuclear Research (NCBJ), Baltic Scientific Instruments (BSI), Karelian Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (KarRC RAS), Joint stock company „Khlopin Radium Institute” (KHLOPIN), Sotkamo Silver AB (SSILVER), Tallinn University of Technology (TTU)

Duration:

10.2017-09.2020

Project value:
Total project value: 3,425,609.14 EUR
Including budget of KGHM CUPRUM: 168,725.00 EUR

Project title:

Design of a pan-European Infrastructure for Large Apparatus studying Grand Unification, Neutrino Astrophysics and Long Baseline Neutrino Oscillations

Abstract:
The project objective consists in the preparation of feasibility study and an initial project of a new underground infrastructure for three types of neutrino detectors and inter-related technologies that are currently tested in European astrophysics institutes.

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Project participants:

Leader:
EIDGENOESSISCHE TECHNISCHE HOCHSCHULE ZUERICH

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. CBR, Universitaet Bern, Universite De Geneve, Lombardi Enginnering Sa, European Organization For Nuclear Research, Jyvaskylan Yliopisto, Helsingin Yliopisto, , Oulun Yliopisto, Kalliosuunnittelu Oy Rockplan Ltd, Commissariat A L Energie Atomique Et Aux Energies Alternatives, Centre National De La Recherche Scientifique, Technische Universitaet Muenchen, Universitaet Hamburg, “The Henryk Niewodniczanski Institute Of Nuclear Physics, Polish Academy Of Sciences”, Narodowe Centrum Badan Jadrowych, Politechnika Wroclawska, Consorcio Para El Equipamiento Y Explotacion Del Laboratorio Subterraneo De Canfranc, Universidad Autonoma De Madri, Agencia Estatal Consejo Superior De Investigaciones Cientificas, Acciona Ingenieria Sa, “Imperial College Of Science, Technology And Medicine, University Of Durham, “The Chancellor, Masters And Scholars Of The University Of Oxford”, The University Of Liverpool, The University Of Sheffield, Science And Technology Facilities Council, The University Of Warwick, Queen Mary University Of London, Technodyne International Limited, Alan Auld Group Limited, Rhyal Engineering Limited, Societe Francaise D Etudes Et De Realisations D Equipements Gaziers Sofregaz Sa, Agt Ingegneria Srl, “National Center For Scientific Research “”Demokritos””, “Institutul National De Cercetare -Dezvoltare Pentru Fizica Si Inginerie Nucleara “”Horia Hulubei”” (Ifin-Hh)”, Universitatea Din Bucuresti, “Inter-University Research Institute Corporation, High Energy Accelerator Research Organisation”, Federal State Budgetary Organization B.P. Konstantinov Petersburg Nuclear Physics Institute

Duration:
09.2011–08.2014

Project value:
4 900 000 EUR

Project title:

Nano-particle products from new mineral resources in Europe

Abstract:
The project objective consists in preparation of new technologies and manufacture of innovative nano-products, opening new markets for mineral products and preparation of a data base of yet unknown deposits of raw materials in Europe. The data base will be based on modern GIS solutions and will enable to make plans on the basis of the availability of raw materials.

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Project participants:

Leader:
GEOLOGIAN TUTKIMUSKESKUS

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. CBR, GRECIAN MAGNESITE, Boliden Mineral AB;  AGC Minas de Portugal; Hellas Gold; Pyhäsalmi Mine Oy; Calduran Kalkzandsteen B.V.; WOLA Chemisch-technische Erzeugnisse GmbH; KGHM Ecoren S.A.; SELOR eeig; Kemakta Konsult AB; INTEGRATED RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (IRM) COMPANY LIMITED; G.E.O.S. Freiberg Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH; Instytut Metali Niezelaznych; BUREAU DE RECHERCHES GEOLOGIQUES ET MINIERES; INSTITUTO GEOLÓGICO Y MINERO DE ESPAÑA; INSTITUTE OF GEOLOGY AND MINERAL EXPLORATION; Laboratório Nacional de Energia e Geologia, I. P.; Valtion teknillinen tutkimuskeskus; LULEA TEKNISKA UNIVERSITET; Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, INSTITUT NATIONAL POLYTECHNIQUE DE LORRAINE/ University of Nancy; The University of Warwick (UNI WAR); Bangor University (UNI BAN); TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAET BERGAKADEMIE FREIBERG (UFREI); KWH-Mirka; GRECIAN MAGNESITE

Duration:
05.2009–04.2013

Project value:
17 232 739,10 EUR

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During the conference Industrial Technologies 2014 the ProMine project was granted the first prize for scientific and commercial effects

Project title:

Innovative Technologies and Concepts for the Intelligent Deep Mine of the Future

Abstract:
The project objective consists in preparation of a concept that enables exploitation of deposits at larger depths than so far. It is connected with preparation of suitable planning and management tools and machinery for exploitation, transport and processing of raw materials capable of working at depths below 2 km.

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Project participants:

Leader:
Luossavaara-Kiirunavaara AB

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM Sp. z o.o. CBR, AALTO-Korkeakoulusaatio; ABB AB; Agnico-Eagle Finland OY; Boliden Mineral AB; Bucyrus Europe GmbH; Główny Instytut Górnictwa; Commodas Ultrasort GmbH; DMT GmbH & Co. KG; EuroGeoSurveys – EGS; Fraunhofer – Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der Angewandten Forschung E.V; Geodeta Ziviltechnikergesellschaft MBH; Institut National de l’Environnement et des Risques INERIS; K+S Aktiengesellschaft; Kompania Węglowa S.A.; Lulea Tekniska Universitet; BASF Construction Chemicals Europe AG; Mineral Industry Research Organization; Rheinisch-Westfaelische Techniscge Hochschule Aachen; Sandvik Mining and Construction GmbH; VSH Hagerach Test Gallery Ltd.

Duration:
11.2011–10.2015

Project value:
25 414 022,00 EUR

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http://www.i2mine.eu/

Project I2Mine

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Project title:

Integrated European Industrial Risk Reduction System.

Abstract:
The project objective consists in increasing environmental safety by way of building the monitoring system and early warning system against environmental hazards of tailings dams and other industrial waste dumping sites.

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Project partners:

Leader:
UNIVERSITAT LINZ

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. CBR, Electricite de France, DOW Deutschland Anlagengesellschaft mbH, EGNATIA ODOS S.A., RWE Power AG, Woelfel Beratende Ingenieure GmbH, Universitat Stuttgart, Commissariat a L’Energie Atomique, Directoriate General Joint Research Centre, Instytut National de Recherche en Informatique et en Automatique, Politecnico di Torino, Technische Universitat Braunschweig, Aristotelio Panepistimo Thessalonikis, MEGA Int. GmbH, Gallieria di Base del Brennero, Kozloduy NPP PLC, ICEMENERG, Risk Engineering Ltd., Ceske Vysoke Uceni Technice v Praze, Disaster Directoriate of Tolna County, ERF Production Wurzburg GmbH, BAGF, BAM, Aplica, VRVis, Universita degli Studi di Genova, University of Delft, Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena, Lulea Tekniska Universitet, Fraunhofer, CKTI-Vibroseism Co. Ltd., BARC India, Chinese Academy of Science, University of Sheffield, VCE Holding GmbH.

Duration:

07.2008–06.2011

Project value:
2 456 286,30 EUR

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THE 6TH FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME

Project title:

Search for a sustainable way of exploiting black shale ores with the use of using biotechnologies

Abstract:
The programme of research into sustainable way of exploiting black shale ores with the use of biotechnologies. The project objective consists in preparation of a biotechnological method of processing copper shale ores and design of an innovative development model of mining activity, taking into account biological approach and estimation of environmental impact of industrial exploitation of black shale ores in Europe.

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Project participants:

Leader:
GM – GEOSCIENCES FOR A SUSTAINABLE EARTH

Partners:
KGHM CUPRUM sp. z o.o. CENTRUM BADAWCZO-ROZWOJOWE; POLITECHNIKA WROCŁAWSKA, UNIWERSYTET OPOLSKI, UNIWERSYTET WARSZAWSKI, WYDZIAŁ BIOLOGII, GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OF FINLAND, HELSINKI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, TECNICAS REUNIDAS, UNIVERSITY OF WALES, BANGOR; WARWICK UNIVERSITY, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE; G.E.O.S. FREIBERG, INGENIEURGESELLSCHAFT MBH; UNIVERSITY OF MINING AND GEOLOGY “ST IVAN RILSKI” – SOFIA; CZECH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY;

Cooperating institutions:

KGHM POLSKA MIEDŹ S.A; TALVIVAARA COMPANY

Duration:
10.2004–09.2007

Project value:
3 390 202,00 EUR

THE 5TH FRAMEWORK PROGRAMME

Project title:

Life cycle assessment of mining projects for waste minimisation and long-term control of rehabilitated sites

Abstract:
The objective of the project consists in the assessment of a life cycle of mining undertakings for the purpose of waste minimisation and long-term control of rehabilitated sites.

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Project participants:

Leader:
PERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE
Partnerzy: ARCON MINES LIMITED; GENERAL MINING AND METALLURGICAL COMPANY S.A. ‘LARCO’; NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS; TVX HELLAS SA OF MINES AND GOLD MANUFACTURING; UNIVERSITY OF MINING AND GEOLOGY “SAINT IVAN RILSKI”; CENTRUM BADAWCZO-PROJEKTOWE MIEDZI CUPRUM SP. Z O.O

Project duration:
03.2000–08.2003

Project value:
1 922 586,00 EUR

Project title:

The treatment of minewaste to achieve cost effective engineered closure of tailings dams

Abstract:
The project concerns treatment of minewaste to achieve cost effective engineered closure of tailings dams.

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Project participants:

Leader:
SCOTT WILSON PIESOLD LTD

Partners:
COPPER RESEARCH AND DESIGN CENTER CUPRUM LTD; IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE, MEDITERRANEAN AGRONOMIC INSTITUTE OF CHANIA, MINERAL AND ENERGY ECONOMY RESEARCH INSTITUTE – POLISH ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS, TRANSGOLD SA

Duration:

09.2001–11.2005

Project value:
2 433 626, 00 EUR

Project title:

Network of European Mining Industries

Abstract:
Network of European Mining Industries.

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Project participants:

Leader:
DEUTSCHE MONTAN TECHNOLOGIE GMBH

Partners:
AACHEN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY; ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES; Bureau de Recherches Geologiques et Minieres; CENTRAL MINING INSTITUTE; COMITE EUROPEEN DES COMBUSTIBLES SOLIDES; COPPER RESEARCH AND DESIGN CENTER CUPRUM LTD; DBT MINING ENGINEERS GMBH; DELFT UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY; DESIGN INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES; DEUTSCHE STEINKOHLE AKTIENGESELLSHAFT; EUROMINES – EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION OF MINING, METAL ORES AND INDUSTRIAL MINERALS; EUROPEAN AND INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF NATURAL STONE INDUSTRIES; GENERAL MINING AND METALLURGICAL COMPANY S.A. ‘LARCO’; GESELLSCHAFT FUER BERGBAU, METALLURGIE, ROHSTOFF UND UMWELTTECHNIK; IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE; INSTITUT NATIONAL DE L’ENVIRONNEMENT INDUSTRIEL ET DES RISQUES; INSTITUTE OF GEOLOGY AND MINERAL EXPLORATION; ITASCA CONSULTANTS GMBH; LAUSITZER UMWELT GMBH; LULEAA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY; NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS; PREMOGOVNIK VELENJE, JAVNO PODJETJE ZA PRIDOBIVANJE LIGNITA D.D.; PROGEMISA S.P.A.; PUBLIC POWER CORPORATION; RAG BILDUNG GMBH; RIO TINTO PLC; ROCK MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY LTD; SCOTT WILSON PIESOLD LTD; SOCIEDAD ASTURIANA DE DIVERSIFICACION MINERA SA; SOCIETY OF MINING PROFESSORS; THE ASSOCIATION OF THE GEOLOGICAL SURVEYS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION A.S.B.L. (EUROGEOSURVEYS); THE INSTITUTION OF MINING AND METALLURGY; THYSSEN SCHACHTBAU GMBH; UNIVERSITY OF BUCHAREST; UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS; UNIVERSITY OF MINING AND GEOLOGY “SAINT IVAN RILSKI”; UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM; URANERZBERGBAU GMBH; VOEST- ALPINE BERGTECHNIK GMBH; WARDELL ARMSTRONG LTD; WIRTSCHAFTSVEREINIGUNG BERGBAU E.V.

Duration:
04.2002–03.2005

Project value:
1 999 295,00 EUR

Project title:

Lifetime engineering of buildings and civil infrastructures

Abstract:
Lifetime engineering of buildings and civil infrastructures.

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Project participants:

Leader:
TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND

Partners:
AUCHEN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY; AMSTEIN WALTHERT AG; ARCON MINES LIMITED; ARISTOTLE UNIVERSITY OF THESSALONIKI; ASOCIACION DE INVESTIGACION DE LAS INDUSTRIAS DE LA CONSTRUCCION; ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES; ASSOCIATION OF FINNISH CIVIL ENGINEERS RIL RY; BELGIAN ROAD RESEARCH CENTER; BUILDING RESEARCH ESTABLISHMENT LTD; BULGARIAN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CHAMBER; CARSA CONSULTORES DE AUTOMATIZACION Y ROBOTICA, SASpain; CENTRAL SOIL AND MATERIALS RESEARCH STATION; CHINA ACADEMY OF BUILDING RESEARCH; COMMONWEALTH SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH ORGANISATION; CONCRETE VOLUMES SWEDEN AB; CONSEJO SUPERIOR DE INVESTIGACIONES CIENTIFICAS; COPPER RESEARCH AND DESIGN CENTER CUPRUM LTD; CT LAASTIT OYF; DANISH BUILDING AND URBAN RESEARCH; DANISH ROAD DIRECTORATE; DANISH TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE; ENERGIE DUURZAAM VZW; ESTONIAN AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY; FEDERAL HIGHWAY RESEARCH INSTITUTE;  FEDERAL INSTITUTE FOR MATERIAL RESEARCH AND TESTING; FEDERATION DE L’INDUSTRIE EUROPEENNE DE LA CONSTRUCTION; FEDERATION OF THE CYPRUS BUILDING CONTRACTOR’S ASSOCIATIONS; FINNISH NATIONAL ROAD ADMINISTRATION; FINNISH REAL ESTATE FEDERATION; FINNMAP CONSULTING OY; FRAUNHOFER GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FORDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG E.V.; GENERAL MINING AND METALLURGICAL COMPANY S.A. ‘LARCO’; GRUPO INTERLAB S.A.; GTM CONSTRUCTION S.A.; HELSINKI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY; HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY; HOCHSCHULE BREMEN; HYWEL DAVIES CONSULTANCY; IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MEDICINE; INFRAMAN OY; INSTITUTE FOR TRANSPORT SCIENCES LTD; INSTITUTE OF ACCELERATING SYSTEMS AND APPLICATIONS; INSTITUTE OF URBAN ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN RESOURCES; INSTYTUT TECHNIKI BUDOWLANEJ; INTERCONSULT GROUP ASA; INVESTIGATION Y CONTROL DE CALIDAD S.A.; ISTITUTO GIORDANO SPA.; KUCHTAGROUP UMWELT & MANAGEMENT GMBH; LABORATOIRE CENTRAL DES PONTS ET CHAUSSES; LABORATORIO DE ENSAYOS E INVESTIGACIONES INDUSTRIALES – FUNDACION LABEIN; LABORATORIO NACIONAL DE ENGENHARIA CIVIL; MINERAL AND ENERGY ECONOMY RESEARCH INSTITUTE – POLISH ACADEMY OF SCIENCES; MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND DECENTRALISATION; MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT PUBLIC WORKS AND WATER MANAGEMENT; MUNICIPAL ENTERPRISE FOR URBAN STUDIES AND DEVELOPMENT; NATIONAL BUILDING RESEARCH INSTITUTER; NATIONAL OBSERVATORY OF ATHENS; NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS; NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF ATHENS; NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND, DUBLIN; NETHERLANDS PAVEMENT CONSULTANTS B.V. NORGES BYGGFORSKNINGSINSTITUT; NORWEGIAN NATIONAL COASTAL ADMINISTRATION; NORWEGIAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; OBERMEYER PLANEN & BERATEN, PLANUNGSGESELLSCHAFT FUER BAU, UMWELT, VERKEHR AND TECHNISCHE AUSRUESTUNG MBH; OVE ARUP & PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL LTD; PAUL D. THOMPSON; RAKLI – THE FINNISH ASSOCIATION OF BUILDING OWNERS AND CONSTRUCTION CLIENTS; RIO TINTO PLC; ROAD AND BRIDGE RESEARCH INSTITUTE; SBS BYFORNYELSE S.M.B.A.; SERVICIOS Y OBRAS CANARIOS S.A.; SKANSKA TEKNIK AB; SP SWEDISH NATIONAL TESTING AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE; SWEDISH CEMENT AND CONCRETE RESEARCH INSTITUTE; SWEDISH NATIONAL ROAD ADMINISTRATION; SWISS FEDERAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY LAUSANNE; TALLINN TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY; TAYLOR WOODROW CONSTRUCTION LTD; TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF MUNICH; THE ICELANDIC BUILDING RESEARCH INSTITUTE; TRANSPORT RESEARCH CENTRE; UNIVERSIDAD DE VALLADOLID; UNIVERSITAET DUISBURG-ESSEN; UNIVERSITAET KARLSRUHE (TECHNISCHE HOCHSCHULE); UNIVERSITAET KARLSRUHE (TECHNISCHE HOCHSCHULE); UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES OF SOUTHERN SWITZERLAND; UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE; UNIVERSITY OF GAEVLE; UNIVERSITY OF LJUBLJANA; UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF LILLE; VILLA REAL LTD; VILNIUS GEDIMINAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY; WARDELL ARMSTRONG LTD

Duration:
06.2002–07.2005

Project value:
1 264 559,00 EUR