EDITOR ' S LETTER
Making the BOOM Sustainable
“ Global stock markets are generally being propped up by two sectors – technology and mining ”
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At time of writing , global stock markets are generally being propped up by two sectors – technology and mining . It ’ s a good time for the industry as it rides the crest of the latest boom cycle , fuelled in no small part by the disruption of global supply chains and soaring demand for metals in increasing demand for the technology boom accelerated by the pandemic . It ’ s a perfect storm that so far has positive repercussions .
While both sectors are currently enjoying the good times , combining the latest technology with mining expertise could make that situation more sustainable . From attempting to reap the potentially game-changing rewards of space mining to implementing existing tech to improve efficiency , boost production and reduce risk – together the future looks even brighter . © 2021 | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED miningglobal . com 5