ISMC drives European collaboration on raw materials through the 2nd TERRAVISION Clustering Event in Seville

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ISMC drives European collaboration on raw materials through the 2nd TERRAVISION Clustering Event in Seville

On 11 February, the Iberian Sustainable Mining Cluster (ISMC) hosted in Seville the 2nd TERRAVISION Clustering Event, a key session aimed at strengthening collaboration among European projects focused on strategic raw materials, technological innovation and sustainability in the mining sector.

Held in the framework of the TERRAVISION project meetings, the event brought together experts, institutions and EU-funded initiatives with the objective of identifying synergies, sharing knowledge and advancing towards a more integrated and resilient European ecosystem.

A platform for collaboration across European projects

The afternoon session (14:30 – 16:00) was opened by Clara Balbín (ISMC), who welcomed participants and highlighted the role of clustering as a key tool to maximise the impact of European projects.

This was followed by Chrysoula Papathanasiou (ICCS), who provided an overview of the TERRAVISION project, outlining its progress and its contribution to the development of innovative, data-driven solutions for the raw materials sector.

One of the highlights of the session was the contribution of Eleftheria Poyiadji (EuroGeoSurveys), who presented the GEO community activities in the field of Earth Observation, underlining the importance of geoscientific data for strategic decision-making in Europe.

Synergies across projects: from exploration to technological innovation

The event also served as a platform to showcase other relevant European projects contributing to the advancement of the sector:

GoldenRAM, presented by Marko Savolainen (VTT), focusing on advanced solutions for raw materials management.
MINEYE, an initiative centred on innovative technologies for mineral exploration.
GAIA-TSF, a project dedicated to the monitoring of mining facilities through Earth Observation and artificial intelligence technologies.

These presentations enabled participants to identify complementarities between initiatives, fostering the exchange of experiences and opening the door to future collaborations.

ISMC, fostering cooperation within the European raw materials ecosystem

The session concluded with a Q&A and discussion moderated by Laura Quijano (ISMC), addressing common challenges in the sector as well as opportunities to strengthen cooperation among projects and key stakeholders.

By organising this clustering event, ISMC reinforces its role as a key facilitator within the European raw materials ecosystem, promoting innovation, sustainability and interregional collaboration in line with European Union priorities.

The importance of clustering in the European context

In a context marked by the growing demand for critical raw materials and the need to ensure Europe’s strategic autonomy, initiatives such as this are essential to:

Prevent fragmentation of efforts
Align EU-funded projects
Accelerate knowledge and technology transfer
Strengthen European value chains

The 2nd TERRAVISION Clustering Event stands as a strong example of best practice in building a more innovative, digital and sustainable mining sector.

ISMC drives European collaboration on raw materials through the 2nd TERRAVISION Clustering Event in Seville

A platform for collaboration across European projects

Synergies across projects: from exploration to technological innovation

ISMC, fostering cooperation within the European raw materials ecosystem

The importance of clustering in the European context

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Technology Metals Europe S.L

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Seguridad y Calidad Mineroambiental S.L

Engineering and technical assistance company that develops projects, offers advice, training and research in the field of mining, environment and occupational risk prevention.

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Saloro S.L

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Cualificados S.L

Consulting, training and education services for companies and workforce, particularly for the mining and public works sectors, as well as for the public administration.

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Pizarras La Baña S.A.

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Pizarras Matacouta, S.A.

PIZARRAS MATACOUTA, S.A. The best natural slate since 1978. We are an industry specialized in cutting, carving and finishing natural stone. Pizarras Matacouta is a reference throughout Europe where it exports 95% of its exclusive product.

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Perforaciones Noroeste S.A

Service company dedicated to the execution of all types of drilling and blasting projects, both in the field of mining and quarrying and in civil works of public or private initiative.

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Peal Hispania S.A.U

Service company dedicated to the execution of all types of drilling and blasting projects, both in the field of mining and quarrying and in civil works of public or private initiative

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Pasek Minerales

PASEK MINERALS is a company dedicated to mining exploitation belonging to the PASEK Group, since 1972, it has an open-pit exploitation in the area of the Geological Complex of Cabo Ortegal (Galicia), dedicated to the exploitation of the Dunita mineral (Magnesium Silicate)

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Partindus S.L.

Manufacturer and exporter of civil engineering and mining machinery. One of the largest exporters of construction, tunnels and mining machinery.

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Mining Sense Global S.L.

Consulting for mineral resources; specialised advice on project planning, economic models and strategic decisions.

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Magellan Barents, S.L.

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Lurpelan Tunnelling S.L

Design, calculation and construction of underground infrastructure, as well as execution of all kinds of blasting projects. Participation in large strategic infrastructure projects.

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Lain Technologies, S.L

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Leonore Development S.L

Development and commercialisation of mining and trading projects for minerals, metals and products specialised in industrial metals, mainly iron.

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Kronergy

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Javier Madera García (Staub Ingeniería)

Consulting firm specialised in occupational risk prevention solutions. Among its customers are relevant national companies in several industrial sectors.

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IP Contrl S.L

firm for the mining safety administration and authorized control body for the inspection of mining waste facilities and rehabilitation of affected areas.

COLLABORATING ENTITIES

Instituto para la Competitividad Empresarialde Castilla y León

Institute attached to the Department of Economy and Finance of the Regional Government of Castilla y León focused on promoting the economic development and productivity of the region.

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Inproobras S.L

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Ingeniería y Seguridad Minera de Baleares, S.L

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Hormigones del Sella, S.L

Belonging to the Candesa Group, we are one of the main groups dedicated to non-metallic open pit mining and its derivatives, with a powerful presence in the north-western quadrant of the Iberian Peninsula.

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GrupoHedisa Cor S.L

Business group whose industrial activity is oriented to two business units: the natural stone and construction sector, and engineering and manufacturing.

Collaborating entities

Grupode Investigación TEP222de la Universidad de Jaén

Research group belonging to the University of Jaén whose main lines of research are advanced materials, construction materials, geological-mining heritage, materials engineering and innovation.

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Global de Asesoramiento y Aplicación Técnica, S.L

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Gevora Construcciones, S.A

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Gesminle S.L

Consulting, technical and legal assistance in mining, public works, special blasting and construction, both for public administrations and private companies.

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Instituto para la Competitividad Empresarial
de Castilla y León

Ingeniería
y Seguridad Minera
de Baleares, S.L

Grupo
Hedisa Cor S.L

Grupo
de Investigación TEP222
de la Universidad de Jaén

Global de Asesoramiento
y Aplicación Técnica, S.L

Escuela Politécnica Superior
de Ingeniería
de Manresa

Equipos para minería
y construcciones S.A

Confederación Nacional
de Empresarios
de la Minería
y la Metalurgia

Colegio Oficial
de Ingenieros
de Minas del Centro de España

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