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Navigating emerging mining markets: delivering critical mineral projects scross Africa and Mongolia
What we do
Accelerate, build and optimise your mining projects with smart, cost-efficient solutions.
Decades of global expertise, pioneering the future of mining.
For more than 60 years, we have built a legacy of supporting mining activity on a global scale. Providing world-class solutions to world-leading mining, minerals and metals projects.
A full life cycle partner
From conception and feasibility assessments through to design, EPCM and optimisation, we are by your side, ensuring your projects remain efficient, cost-effective and compliant with evolving industry standards.
60+
years of global experience executing full life cycle solutions
250+
major mining and mineral projects successfully executed globally
3,000+
mining and mineral studies completed globally
Our solutions
End to end premium solutions for our mining clients
Our global experience spans base metals, precious metals and battery minerals, supporting sustainable resource development in an evolving energy landscape.
Design
Detailed engineering and design (pre-FEED/FEED)
Process plant design
Minerals processing and metallurgy
Digitalisation and technically driven solutions
Our subject matter experts are here to help with your mining project
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Darren Elms
VP Growth & Development - Minerals & Metals (APAC)
Deep commodity experience
Extracting vital resources sustainably to create value
We have a strong track record of supporting our clients in extracting and processing the world’s most crucial elements. We work alongside mining companies across all commodities to advance their projects at pace.
Copper
Wood has decades of experience delivering some of the world’s largest and most technically complex copper projects, particularly across Chile and Peru, where nearly half of global reserves are located. Leveraging deep process engineering, digital solutions, and EPCM expertise, Wood helps clients accelerate copper production efficiently, sustainably, and at scale.
Iron ore and green steel
Wood has deep, end‑to‑end experience delivering iron ore projects across the full asset lifecycle - from studies and feasibility through to detailed engineering, sustaining capital and operational optimisation.
Our capabilities span some of the world’s most technically challenging, complex and remote iron ore operations, where safety, operability and asset integrity are critical to performance.
Australia is a core hub of Wood’s global iron ore expertise. From our Perth and Adelaide teams, we support major iron ore operators with brownfield engineering, materials handling, beneficiation, crushing and conveying upgrades, port and rail infrastructure, and asset health programs - all delivered within live operating environments.
As the iron ore sector evolves toward green steel and lower‑emissions production, Wood applies its deep process, digital and asset‑led experience to help clients optimise existing plants and design and build greenfield developments - including pilot plants.
Battery materials
Wood is advancing the world’s largest and most technically challenging lithium processing facilities, including delivering the world’s largest lithium refinery outside of China.
Wood is leading the field in the application of innovative technology for the treatment of lateritic nickel ore bodies, in particular, pressure acid leach (PAL) technology.
Potash
Wood has developed world-leading potash project expertise, supporting all major potash projects in Canada, including the Bethune Potash Project in Saskatchewan as well as significant deposits overseas.
Rare earth elements
Wood has been involved in the design and delivery of many significant rare earth elements minerals processing facilities, including the Ngualla Rare Earths Project, a mineral processing facility in southern Tanzania.
Uranium
Wood has worked on many world-leading uranium projects in Africa, Australia and Canada, accelerating the supply of this vital resource as demand continues to skyrocket. Wood has extensive experience in the various approaches to processing uranium ores. This includes crushing, milling, leaching, solid liquid separation, solvent extraction (SX), solid ion exchange (IX) and product recipitation and handling.
Precious metals
We work alongside our clients at each stage of the processing of precious metals, finding the most effective mining approach for our customers, given the location, life cycle stage, and size of each operation.
Integrated technologies that unlock value
Technology-driven solutions for the future of mining
At Wood, we harness the power of digital innovation to transform how minerals and metals projects are designed, delivered and operated. Our technology-driven approach enhances performance, improves sustainability and helps clients unlock greater value across the asset lifecycle.
Digital twin platforms
Enabling real-time asset monitoring, performance optimisation, and predictive insights.
Process simulation & modelling
Improving plant design, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation through virtual testing and scenario analysis.
Automation & control systems
Increasing safety, reducing downtime, and streamlining operations with intelligent control technologies.
AI & data analytics
Supporting predictive maintenance, operational decision-making, and continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
Specialised metallurgical processes
Applying deep technical expertise in flotation, heap leaching, SX-EW, and pressure acid leaching (PAL) to deliver tailored, high-performance solutions.
Our team is ready to talk.
Discover how Wood can accelerate your next mining project
Frequently asked questions
Which mining project phases can Wood support?
Wood supports all phases of a mining project, including concept development, prefeasibility and feasibility studies, detailed engineering, procurement, construction management (EPCM), commissioning, and operational support. This end-to-end capability ensures continuity, efficiency, and technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle.
What experience does Wood have in minerals and metals?
Wood has decades of global experience in the minerals and metals sector, delivering projects across a wide range of commodities including copper, gold, lithium, potash, and rare earths. Our expertise spans both greenfield and brownfield developments, from early studies to full project execution and operations support.
How is Wood reducing client emissions in mining?
Wood integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into every project. We support clients with emissions reduction strategies, renewable energy integration, water stewardship, and community engagement. Our future ready approach ensures sustainability is embedded from design through to operations.
What digital solutions does Wood have for the mining sector?
Wood leverages advanced technologies to enhance mining project outcomes, including digital twin platforms, process simulation and modeling, automation and control systems, and AI-driven data analytics. We also apply specialised metallurgical processes—such as flotation, heap leaching, and SX-EW—and lead in mine water treatment solutions. These tools help optimise performance, reduce risk, and support sustainability across the project lifecycle.
Can Wood deliver projects in remote or challenging environments?
Wood has extensive experience executing projects in remote, high-altitude, arid, and logistically complex locations. We bring local knowledge, robust risk management, and adaptive delivery models to ensure success in even the most demanding environments.
How does Wood ensure cost control and schedule certainty on complex mining projects?
We apply rigorous project controls, transparent reporting, and proven delivery frameworks to manage cost and schedule risk. Our integrated teams work closely with clients to align on scope, mitigate risks early, and maintain flexibility to adapt to changing conditions without compromising performance.
