Mining

The BBA Mining Engineering team, comprised of experienced and dynamic professionals, is recognized in Canada and around the world for its expertise in the mining industry, more specifically in the gold, base metals, industrial minerals, coal, iron, and nonferrous metals sectors. Our Mining Engineering team can assist you throughout your project, from initial financial and feasibility studies to commissioning and operation.

SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

Geology - Exploration 

• Management of exploration and geology programs
• Definition and assessment of resources/reserves
• Geological modelling

Mining Engineering  

• Design and optimization of open pit mines
• Long-term strategic planning
• Production planning
• Equipment selection and specifications
• Comparative studies of transportation options and solutions
• Mining facilities and services
• Capital and operating cost estimates  

Technical Assistance and Studies  

• NI 43-101 Technical report
• Mining operation, progress monitoring, compliance review, and benchmarking
• Technical assistance and training
• Feasibility study (from preliminary design to final costing)
• Due diligence review
• Suitability assessment

Mining Equipment Specifications and Selection 

• Assistance in the selection of new or used equipment
• Replacement of existing equipment with new technologies
• Process upgrading and optimization

 Financial Analyses, Audits, Studies,  and Technical Assistance 

• Conceptual and feasibility studies
• Energy and operational audits
• Technical assistance and training
• Financial analysis
• Profitability study, working capital, sensitivity analysis
• Risk analysis, HAZOP

TRADITIONAL ENGINEERING

The following technical services apply to all project phases: 

• Planning and feasibility studies
• Technical and economic studies
• Preliminary and detailed engineering
• Construction drawings and specifications
• Procurement
• Site supervision
• Start-up and commissioning