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The professional associations can provide support in the form of training and instruction, e. g. by sharing their expertise and providing materials. Ultimately, however, it is the commitment of the companies that counts. RWE Power AG, Essen/Germany, e. g., held road safety days for apprentices in their first year at four of their training locations. The German Social Accident ­Insurance Institution for the ...

In July 2021, heavy rain caused the river Erft to flood, leading to flooding of the village of Blessem and the Blessem open-cast mine and its tailings ponds, which are located north of Blessem. As a result, an uncontrolled erosion area formed in the area, in particular due to retrogressive erosion, at the gravel pit, at the Erft and up ...

Gender equality remains a critical issue in the mining sector, particularly in Germany, where the challenges faced by women are often inadequately addressed. This study aims to systematically assess these challenges and the current state of gender equality among female professionals in mining. The goal is to gather an initial understanding of gender equality issues in this context and to ...

Isabel Knauf is an outstanding leader in German industry and a member of the Partners’ Committee of the Knauf Group, one of the world’s leading companies in the building materials sector. Since 2002, she has held various positions within the family-owned company, most recently as a member of the Group Management Board with overall responsibility for Southern Europe, the Middle ...

The Society of Mining Professors (SOMP) forms a global community of academics dedicated to advancing mining engineering and related sciences. Their primary aim is to promote scientific, technical and professional knowledge to ensure a sustainable supply of minerals and support responsible mining practices. Through information exchange, the promotion of research and teaching partnerships and other forms of collaboration, SOMP significantly ...

Prof. Nga Nguyen serves as the Head of the International Office and Senior Lecturer at the Mining Management Department of Hanoi University of Mining and Geology (HUMG), Hanoi/Vietnam. Prof. Nguyen holds a Doctor of Engineering degree from RWTH Aachen University/Germany and a Master’s in Mining Management from HUMG. Her extensive career spans multinational project management, capacity building and fostering educational ...

Despite progress in increasing female representation in the mining industry, women remain significantly underrepresented, also in mining engineering education. This paper aims to address gender disparities in mining engineering education by proposing three gender-related goals: empowering women, preventing discrimination and strengthening gender and diversity competencies. Specific measures are identified for each stage of the student life cycle, including overarching themes ...

In a mining landscape that is under intense scrutiny, and where societal expectations converge with regulatory requirements and investor demands, the relevance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has never been more pronounced. Commitment to nurturing diverse talent, addressing gaps and promoting inclusive practices is not only a strategic imperative, but the cornerstone of a thriving and sustainable industry. The ...

Thomas Ahlbrecht is the department head and authorized representative at Redpath Deilmann GmbH, Dortmund/Germany, where he has contributed a wealth of experience since 1986. With a degree in mining engineering from the TH Georg Agricola University (THGA) in Bochum/Germany, he initially worked in the German hard coal mining industry before becoming a leading expert in shaft construction at Deilmann. His ...

Little is known about the important role of women in the mining industry. However, without the female workforce, life in the mining state would have been quite different. This text attempts to describe and pay tribute to the lifetime achievements of women in the mining industry. Women underground The first evidence of women working in mines dates back to the ...