Prestigious event marks launch of Cornwall Mining and Geo-Resources Alliance (CMGA)

A special high-profile event has been organised to celebrate the launch of the Cornwall Mining and Geo-Resources Alliance (CMGA), a spinout from the University of Exeter Geo-Resources Cluster project.

This ground-breaking initiative set to strengthen Cornwall’s position as a global leader in mining, geothermal energy, and the wider supply chain.

Industry experts and enthusiasts are invited to attend this milestone event at the Eden Project in Cornwall on Friday, March 14, 2025, in the afternoon.

The CMGA represents a unique Geo-Resources Cluster designed to support and drive growth in the mining and geo-resources sector – an industry with a significant economic impact on Cornwall.

Over the past five years, the sector has experienced remarkable expansion, operating on both a local and global scale. With more than 100 companies across Cornwall already engaged, the Alliance has quickly gained widespread support.

Highlights from the event will include:

• Exclusive Networking Lunch – Attendees will have the opportunity to explore CMGA’s concept through venue displays and engage in discussions on the ideas and vision behind the Alliance.
• Geo-Resources Cluster Project Insights – A look at the project’s key achievements and its lasting impact.
• CMGA Overview – An introduction to the Alliance’s role, membership benefits, upcoming opportunities, and future plans.
• CMGA Supporters’ Talks – Industry leaders will share their insights, visions for the future of the Geo-Resources sector, and their support for CMGA.
• The Future Talent Pipeline – Addressing sector needs to ensure the sustainable growth of the future workforce.
• Panel Discussion: Shaping the Future of CMGA – A dynamic conversation featuring businesses from across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, discussing the future of the sector.

It will also feature a keynote speech from MP Perran Moon, discussing support for CMGA, alongside representatives from Cornwall Council. Presentations will also be delivered by Cornish Metals, Imerys, Caradon Stone, GEL, Cornish Lithium, and others.

This event is part of the Geo-Resources Strategic Sector Strengthening project. The University of Exeter has been commissioned to deliver the project with delivery partner Cornish Chamber of Mines and Minerals and strategic partner Cornwall Mining Alliance.

This project has received £960k from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Cornwall Council has been chosen by Government as a Lead Authority for the fund and is responsible for monitoring the progress of projects funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

For more information or to book a place, please visit the booking website page.