The Euromines Annual Report 2019 is now available! This year, we present what Euromines is doing to secure supply chains in a rapidly changing world. The European mineral raw materials sector supports a wide variety of industries through the supply of raw materials, and in this role as well as within the mining sector itself, we must prioritise both sustainable efforts and competitiveness.

As Euromines President Mark Rachovides states in the Foreword:

“Today’s decision makers’ contexts, terms of reference, priorities and language have changed. They want and fear different things that reflect a new consensus, whether we like that or not, and that is an opportunity, not a threat.”

As always, we are certain in the ability of Euromines and our members to rise to the occasion and find solutions to today’s challenges.

The 2018 Annual Report entitled “Care: Care, Adaptation, Responsibility, Engagement” is now available for download. This year’s report addresses the unique role of the European mineral raw materials extraction industry in achieving broader EU goals of sustainability and climate change mitigation. The industry has already been utilising innovative developments in the shift toward more environmentally and socially conscious operations, but continuous improvements are always a top priority. The 2018 Annual Report discusses our current successes and challenges as we move forward in our work to provide Europe with the materials it needs for a healthy and prosperous economy. 

Euromines Annual Report 2017 “Mined in Europe, Made in Europe” is now available.

The mining sector is improving in all areas of the industry and shows many signs of moving past previous hardships and into a bright future. In this report, you will find information about how Euromines is helping the mining industry remain competitive and secure. There is a section devoted to safety and sustainability in employment as well as one that centers on innovations taking place in the industry. Finally, the report addresses environmental efforts and projects improving energy and resource efficiency.

Euromines Annual Report 2016 “Why Not Invest in Europe!” is now available. This theme addresses the challenge the extractive industry faces of supplying minerals and metals to 500 million Europeans, as well as the steps the industry and in particular Euromines members are taking to help meet those needs. 

As Euromines President Mark Rachovides explains, “In short, our industry must belong to more people, be recognized as of value and as part of Europe’s future and its hope.” 

In this report, you will find information about key achievements that are taking us closer to this goal, such as important international partnerships, addressing the mineral and economic potential in Europe, maximizing benefits of technological growth and the continuous pursuit of improving policies and practices. 

Euromines Annual Report 2015 "The Sustainable Goods and Services we provide" is now available. The theme of this year’s report includes four chapters covering the most important areas of Euromines day-to-day work. It highlights a number of achievements in the field of policy, innovation, exploration, environment, energy, health & safety and communication issues.

Both the European Union and our own industry face ‘hard times’ at the moment. However our industry always invests for a better future. As expressed by Euromines President Mr. Mark Rachovides "When we say that European companies “lead the World” that goes beyond profits or market share. Value and investment is expressed in innovation and development but also in conduct. European Companies deliver to the highest standards in the world in all respects and in this annual report we set out some examples of how that is achieved.

European values must be relevant to today’s Europeans. In the Book of Deuteronomy we are guided that “Justice, and only justice you shall follow, that you may live and inherit the land..” Mining must be recognised as beneficial to our society, as a responsible and reliable industry and partner that provides both prosperity and hope to Europe..”

We hope you will enjoy reading it.

For hard copies please contact our secretariat: secretariat@euromines.be

Euromines Annual Report 2014 is now available. The theme of this year’s Annual Report is  based  on Euromines Raw Materials Campaign and includes three main chapters covering the topics Euromines deals with throughout the year. The first part focuses on sustainable supply of raw materials, sector competitiveness and new European Industrial Policy. The second chapter highlights the human factor and focuses on mining employment, local communities, innovation and health and safety. The third part describes a number of achievements in the fields of environment and energy.

In his foreword, Euromines president Mr. Mark Rachovides states,  "Euromines strives very hard to inform and advance knowledge and debate on our industry to show its true role in Europe’s future." We believe this Annual Report will contribute to this.

Euromines Annual Report 2013 "Before it’s yours, we mine it" is now available. The theme of this year’s report reflects Euromines Raw Materials Campaign and includes seven chapters covering the most important areas of Euromines day-to-day work. It highlights a number of achievements in the field of policy, innovation, exploration, environment, energy, health & safety and communication issues.

As emphasized by Euromines President Mr. Mark Rachovides "we need public acceptance of the industry that provides so much value, so many benefits to the EU. 2014 must see us redouble our efforts to communicate what we do. Every day.”

Euromines Annual Report 2013 "Before it’s yours, we mine it" is now available. The theme of this year’s report reflects Euromines Raw Materials Campaign and includes seven chapters covering the most important areas of Euromines day-to-day work. It highlights a number of achievements in the field of policy, innovation, exploration, environment, energy, health & safety and communication issues.

As emphasized by Euromines President Mr. Mark Rachovides "we need public acceptance of the industry that provides so much value, so many benefits to the EU. 2014 must see us redouble our efforts to communicate what we do. Every day.

Euromines Annual Report 2012 "At the Heart of European Innovation" is now available. Each section of the Annual Report starts by an interview with the chairperson of one of the Euromines Committees focusing on innovation in the respective field. European Innovation Partnership is the main theme.

"We are the recognized point of reference for the mining industry in Europe." said Euromines President Mr. Mark Rachovides in one of the interviews. "Active participation in the most important issues and fora in Europe today demonstrates the depth and breath of our contribution in such a challenging time. From chairing the EPT SMR, to dealing with specifics such as the attempt to ban the use of cyanide in mining, we continue to make our voice heard".

The following chapters cover the latest development and Euromines activities in the field of policy, communication, environmental, ETS/Energy, H&S and of course Research and Technical Development issues.

The first few chapters of Euromines Annual Report 2011 highlight the “services” we provide to society. Once again, we are trying to promote the fact that minerals and metals represent the basis for our lives and any industrial production processes.

The following chapters cover the latest development in the competitiveness and resource efficiency issues. Each year you will find there an update on environmental and health & safety legislation as well as Euromines activities related to these issues. The last two parts focus on communication and outlook.