In this JKMRC Friday Seminar, Ausenco Director - Technical Solutions Dr Grant Ballantyne examines cases where technoeconomic modelling has demonstrated the benefits of new technologies (bulk ore sorting, coarse particle flotation etc) in increasing metal production and reducing operating expenses and inventory.

Grant has experience in design, optimisation, operation, research and development. In 2019 he won the CEEC medal and in 2017 he was awarded the Minerals Engineering Young person of the year award. At Auscenco. Grant co-ordinates the international comminution group and provides critical input at the front-end of engineering design projects, particularly focussed on new technologies.