Mineomics

About Us

our relevance

Mineomics is a dynamic group of highly experienced and energetic mining professionals who have combined their expertise with top talent from the technology industry. The result of this collaboration has been the development of an unparalleled cutting edge mining optimization solution that plugs a significant gap in the discipline of Mining Economics.

Our software transforms complex concepts into practical tools, empowering mining executives and professionals to focus on the critical decisions and thereby becoming exceptional extractors and responsible stewards of the resources they are entrusted with.

Our software is driving a paradigm shift in the world of mining economics because it is not just a planning tool. Additional tools allow for current operations optimization, project value tracking and integrated operational performance monitoring. Executives are able to track the performance of their Ore Deposits from the cradle to the grave with these tools and make tactical decisions throughout the life of mine.

our history

In a pivotal moment, after the remarkable success of the book "Mining Economics Explained", that gained swift international recognition and bestseller status, Mineomics was born. The books timing, written in the aftermath of the last great commodity super-cycle between 2000 - 2010, and published in 2022 as the world is confronted with the next great shift, has been timely.

The Primacy of the Ore Deposit and the idea of Value over Volume has gripped the worldwide attention of miners and investors alike. As technology has matured, the ability to take concepts and translate them into useable tools has now been achieved in the world of Mining Economics. Craig Hutton recognized that mining optimization suffered a number of drawbacks. The first was that mine optimization was seldom connected directly to the Ore body and second, it suffered a complete absence of integrated microeconomic thinking. Third, all optimization modelling was static, until now. Craig Hutton set out to address this by linking economics cost curves to the Orebody in a dynamic modelling tool to ensure that the primacy of the ore deposit is foundational to mining economics and mine optimization.

Endorsements

I found myself nodding along. The book has the knack of translating theory into practical approaches along side real world experiences from inside the mining industry, making it one of the more useful books on mineral economics that I have read so far.

Neil Brewster Elemental Economics

Hi Craig. I wanted to mention; as you know, I purchased this great book 6 months ago or so. This book is certainly 'a go to' for all mining executives looking for an enjoyable certainly informative relevant to the title read. Furthermore, a great source of quality intelligence for the arsenal we all constantly need. I literally just keep picking it up. Well done. Very well done ! H

Harry Cabrita President & CEO of Nova Copper

An unsolicited review of Craig Hutton's recent Mining Economics Explained follows. Highly recommended for students, working graduates mining professionals, management and directors in the mining industry. Craig is comprehensive in executing the title, repeatedly linking the ore body to mining economics, the mine site and the C suite with pragmatic guidelines based on his knowledge and experience as a mining professional and executive. I am now a 'Hill of Value' fan. The book keeps one interested and will be a reference book for many years to come. Especially interesting are lessons from the last super cycle, the candid views of what works and doesn't work, whether in isolation or in concert.

Corne Lourens Independent Consultant

Thanks Craig! You will not believe that I have actually finished reading the book! One of those you just cannot put down. You have done a great job putting this together. I particularly enjoy the fact that it is current and very relevant. Dealing with pertinent issues! So thank you!

Anda Mwanda Investor Relations Officer at Harmony Company Limited

Meet our ceo

Craig is a highly experienced mining professional with international experience. He has led varied career that included in geology, corporate finance, mining economics and financial and cost accounting within large and small mining companies. He has also sat on boards and executive teams as executive director and Chief Executive Officer.

With over 35 years in the industry, he published his book: Mining Economics Explained in 2022. This book has become a best seller in the field of Mining Economics. Craig has numerous other publications that include the Journal of The Southern African Institute Mining and Metallurgy and on social media.

Craig Hutton