On November 12–13, 2026, the Forum “Mining Industry: Investment Projects and Support Measures” will be held in Moscow at the Skolkovo Innovation Center. This major industry event will bring together representatives of government bodies, heads of leading mining and metallurgical enterprises, financial institutions, and technology developers to discuss key issues in the sector’s development.
New investment cycle and key topics
The central issue of the business program will be the launch of a new investment cycle in the mining industry. The participants will discuss mechanisms for stimulating investment in equity capital, measures to ensure the financial stability of enterprises, and the removal of regulatory barriers.
The following topics will be in the focus of attention of experts and participants:
— The availability of long‑term financing and mechanisms for guaranteed demand for strategically important metals and products of deep processing.
— Attracting investments in geological exploration and the development of new deposits.
— Building technological sovereignty, developing domestic mining equipment and special‑purpose machinery.
— The development of gold mining and the coal industry, optimization of logistics routes, and digital transformation of production facilities.
Event format and exhibition display
The forum program includes events in both open and closed formats. The key event will be the plenary session “Measures of State Support for the Mining Industry: Main Priorities.” The business part will also feature strategic sessions, open and closed industry discussions, a business breakfast, and networking.
In addition, an exhibition of modern equipment and technological solutions aimed at improving the efficiency of enterprises will be organized at the venue. Based on the results of the forum, systemic business proposals will be formulated and submitted to the Government of the Russian Federation.
Among the forum’s regular participants and partners are leading market players: Norilsk Nickel, Polyus, RUSAL, EVRAZ, UGMK, Russian Coal, Rostec, SUEK, ALROSA, and other companies.
Dates: November 12-13, 2026.
Venue: Moscow, “Skolkovo” Innovation Center, Blaise Pascal St., 2.
Registration and program: on the official website investminingforum.ru .