Rio Tinto and Founders Factory Launch Mining Tech Accelerator Program
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Updated Oct 5
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What happened
Rio Tinto and Founders Factory are backing five early-stage mining startups through a mining tech accelerator program. The program aims to help these companies improve mineral discovery, mine safety, and metals processing. The goal is to establish commercial pathways for the startups with government partners in Australia, the United States, and Canada.
From mining.com
Why it matters
The initiative leverages Rio Tinto's advanced mining operations in Western Australia to provide early-stage companies with market validation. The program offers access to Rio Tinto’s executive leadership and potential pilots or proof-of-concept deployments.
From mining.com
Who's involved
- Rio TintoMajor company providing operational access and leadership to the accelerator program.
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The entities involved
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Rio Tinto
civil parish in Gondomar
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Western Australia
state of Australia