Live Kickoff from Electra Mining Africa 2026

The doors are officially open at Nasrec, and The Mining Pulse is broadcasting live. In our opening episode, we are joined by Gary Corin and Natasha Heiberg from the Montgomery Group to unpack the history, scale, and vision behind Electra Mining Africa 2026. At 44,500 square metres of net exhibition space and featuring roughly 1,000 exhibiting companies, this year marks the largest event in the show's five-and-a-half-decade history. We discuss the massive return of the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the integration of six distinct industrial sectors under one roof, and the critical push to bridge the skills gap by attracting young engineering talent to the sector. Whether you are navigating the floors using the new digital navigation links or joining us online, this is the definitive platform for African industry. Episode Breakdown: 00:00 – Welcome to Day 1 of Electra Mining Africa 2026 00:35 – 54 years of history and record-breaking 2026 expansion 01:30 – Six exhibitions in one: mining, automation, manufacturing, and transport 02:25 – Daily themes and the critical focus on skills development 04:35 – How to navigate the 100,000m² gross footprint using the new digital concierge 06:15 – International delegations from Chile, Australia, and Zambia 08:15 – Over two years of planning to execute a world-class African event 10:00 – How to book your recording slot with The Mining Pulse A special thanks to Gary Corin and Natasha Heiberg from the Montgomery Group for joining us. Connect With Us on the Floor: Are you an exhibitor or attendee with a story to share? We want to hear from you. We are recording live all week. Stop by our stand to book a slot and tell your African mining story. Stay sharp, stay informed, and stay on the pulse. Tags:#ElectraMining2026 #TheMiningPulse #MiningIndustry #AfricanMining #MontgomeryGroup #EngineeringSkills #MiningInnovation #ProcessAutomation