Mines and Money London | TradeShowIntel

Notable exhibitors

Companies exhibiting at Mines and Money London include Abcourt Mines Inc, Aben Minerals Ltd, Abenójar Tungsten, Abitibi Metals and AECOM.

Abcourt Mines Inc
Aben Minerals Ltd
Abenójar Tungsten
Abitibi Metals
AECOM

Event overview

Overview

Mines and Money @ Resourcing Tomorrow is the London edition of the Mines and Money mining investment event series, held 1–3 December 2026 at the Business Design Centre in London. It connects high-level investors with senior management from mining exploration and development companies through an exhibition, Mining Spotlight presentations and a bespoke meeting platform.

The 2026 edition is part of London Mining Week and runs under the Resourcing Tomorrow theme 'Beyond the Echo Chamber: Turning Policy Into Action'. More than 2,300 attendees and 180+ mining companies are expected.

TL;DR

1Mines and Money London 2026 runs 1–3 December at the Business Design Centre, London.
2It is positioned as Europe's largest mining investment event, connecting mining companies with qualified investors.
3The 2026 edition is part of Resourcing Tomorrow and London Mining Week, under the theme 'Beyond the Echo Chamber: Turning Policy Into Action'.
4Organisers expect over 2,300 attendees and 180+ mining companies, with 390+ speakers.
5Core formats include Mining Spotlights, pre-scheduled investor meetings and an exhibition floor featuring mining, technology, machinery and equipment providers.

Why visit

Visit to meet hundreds of senior mining executives and to find investment opportunities across the commodity spectrum and at all stages of the life cycle. Attendees can hear major announcements, new project releases and leading market insights through Mining Spotlight presentations and conference addresses. The meeting platform and investor concierge help schedule one-to-one meetings with pre-qualified mining companies, with attendees typically engaging in around 22 meetings over three days. The event also offers access to 390+ speakers and the wider London Mining Week programme, including country, state and province pavilions and seminars.

Why exhibit

Exhibit to put your brand in front of mining and energy leaders and to connect with carefully qualified investors from institutional funds, private equity groups, family offices and private investors. The bespoke meeting platform recommends relevant investors and the Mines and Money concierge helps build a packed meeting calendar. Mining Spotlights give exploration and development projects a stage to present current activities and investment potential to expert investor panels. The exhibition floor brings together mining companies, technology providers, machinery and equipment suppliers, and government representatives. The 2026 Innovation Hub adds a dedicated space for technology providers tackling safer mine development, digitalisation and more efficient production.

Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

Who this event is for

Visitor profile

Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

Institutional funds, private equity groups, family offices and private investors

Senior management and investor relations teams from mining companies

Government officials, ministers and policymakers

Analysts, bankers and capital markets advisors

Technology and innovation scouts

Educators, industry associations and next-generation mining professionals

Exhibitor profile

Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

Junior, mid-tier and major mining and energy companies

Exploration and development companies seeking capital and project exposure

Technology providers and innovators, including the 2026 Innovation Hub

Machinery, equipment and mining services suppliers

Government bodies, regional agencies and country, state or province pavilions

Industry organisations, educators and media

Product categories

Key solution areas showcased across the event.

Mining projects and exploration & development

Investment and finance

Machinery and equipment

Technology and innovation

Energy

Commodities

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

Geopolitics

Workforce and culture

Location & Facilities

Venue

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Halls & areas

Main HallGallery HallGallery AtriumMezzanineGround LevelConference Centre

Business Design Centre

Entrances & gates

Main reception / forecourt

Use N1 0PW for the main reception and on-site car park. Access from Upper Street is via two staircases (5 and 12 steps) or the forecourt ramp; the car park has a passenger lift to street level or the BDC forecourt.

Facilities

Parking

Secure on-site car park with 250 spaces. Hourly rate £6 with a minimum 2-hour stay. Cashless. Maximum vehicle height 1.9 m. Eight dedicated blue-badge spaces. EV charging points available. Pre-booking recommended. Satnav: N1 0PW.

250 spaces · £6.00/day

Accessibility

The venue is DDA compliant with step-free access to all floors via passenger lifts (low-reach buttons, braille, distress alarms). Accessible toilets on every level. Wheelchairs available for hire. Two conference rooms have induction loops. Eight blue-badge parking spaces. Guide dogs welcome. AccessAble guide available.

Prayer rooms

A Multi-Faith Prayer Room and a Multi-Purpose Privacy Room are available on-site. Both are shared, non-reservable spaces. Contact myvisit@bdc.london or the Front of House team for access.

Cloakroom

A staffed cloakroom is available for coats and bags. Some events offer complimentary cloakroom service; charges may apply for certain items. Check event-specific information.

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in the staffed cloakroom. Large bags and rucksacks may be subject to restrictions or bag checks at entry.

Charging points

Free-to-use phone charging stations are available in the venue. EV charging points are available in the on-site car park (Upper Street Car Park).

On-site shuttle

No on-site shuttle service is provided at the Business Design Centre. The venue is well served by public transport, with Angel Underground Station a 5-minute walk away.

Food options

Jack's Restaurant, Upper Street restaurants and cafés

On-site dining

Parking: Secure on-site car park with 250 spaces; pre-booking recommended. Use N1 0PW for satnav. Hourly rate £6 with a two-hour minimum stay. Maximum vehicle height 1.9m. Eight dedicated blue-badge spaces are available in the on-site car park.

Attend

Entry & tickets

Event days & opening times

DayOpening hours

Tue 1 December 2026:8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wed 2 December 2026:8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thu 3 December 2026:8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Ticket info

Badge collection

All attendees must show photo ID at multiple checkpoints. Entry requires a QR code sent by email from the registration provider; present it in hard copy or on your phone. There are no onsite registration facilities. Mandatory bag checks and metal detectors are in place; arrive at least 25 minutes early.

Ticket notes

Online pre-registration is essential. Various pass types are available; free or discounted passes exist for selected groups (e.g., investors, government, students, media) subject to eligibility and approval. Early bird discount available if you register before 23 October. Group discounts: 10% for 3+ delegates, 15% for 6+ delegates. All prices are in GBP and subject to VAT.

Who runs the show

Organisers

General enquiries

Email Call Website

What's on

Programme

Keynote

Panel

Event days

08:30–17:00

Typical time

Official agenda

This agenda is still being finalised. Check the official agenda for the latest sessions.

Speakers

Rohitesh Dhawan

President & Chief Executive Officer @ International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM)

Opening address: Beyond the Echo Chamber: Turning Talk Into Action

Dominic Raab

Head of Global Affairs @ Appian Capital Advisory

Building Resilient Critical Supply Chain Infrastructure Required by the Defence Sector

Tom Garnett

Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder @ Refute

Building Resilient Critical Supply Chain Infrastructure Required by the Defence Sector

Jeffrey Frankston

Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of War, Industrial Base Resilience @ United States Government

Building Resilient Critical Supply Chain Infrastructure Required by the Defence Sector

Tom Albanese

Chairman @ American Ocean Minerals Corporation

The $12 Billion Insurance Policy: Can Project Vault End the Era of Mineral Volatility?

Gary Evans

Chairman & Chief Executive Officer @ U.S. Antimony Corporation

The $12 Billion Insurance Policy: Can Project Vault End the Era of Mineral Volatility?

Mark Kristoff

Chief Executive Officer @ Traxys

The $12 Billion Insurance Policy: Can Project Vault End the Era of Mineral Volatility?

Nick Burmester

Head of Capital Markets @ InvestHouse

Investor guide and capital markets

Jonathon Leader

Head of Investor Content @ Mines and Money

Investor content and experience

Antonio Pinilla

Vice President of Legal and Compliance @ Antamina

Legal and compliance in mining

Peter Ruxton

Chairman @ LHC Mining Finance

Mining finance

Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026

08:30 – 10:20

Beyond the Echo Chamber: Turning Talk Into Action

Keynote

Plenary

10:30 – 12:00

Rebuilding with Resilience: Current Mining Opportunities in Ukraine

Roundtable

Leadership Roundtable Theatre

10:40 – 13:00

The Geopolitics of Critical Minerals: National Security, Mineral Independence and Value Addition

Panel

Plenary

14:00 – 17:00

From Extraction to Autonomy: Integrating Midstream and Downstream for Mineral Sovereignty

Panel

Plenary

15:00 – 17:00

Critical Mineral Mining Spotlights

Spotlight

Investment Theatre

Wednesday, Dec 2, 2026

08:30 – 10:00

Building Responsible Deep Sea Minerals Value Chains

Roundtable

Leadership Roundtable Theatre

09:20 – 10:00

Uranium Keynote Panel

Panel

Investment Theatre

10:00 – 12:15

Country / Regional Seminars

Seminar

Leadership Roundtable Theatre

10:00 – 13:00

Copper and Base Metals Mining Spotlights

Spotlight

Investment Theatre

Topic tracks

The Geopolitics of Critical MineralsFrom Dialogue to DeliveryMineral SovereigntySustainability 2.0Strategic Minerals DefinitionDeploying Capital Across the Mining Value Chain

Co-located events

WIM100 2026 Celebrations

Separate ticket

International Metals Symposium

Separate ticket

MINEX Eurasia 2026

Separate ticket

Critical Minerals Association (UK) 6th Annual Conference

Separate ticket

APPG and Critical Minerals Association UK Houses of Parliament Breakfast

Separate ticket

Technical risks in mining: Geology, Resources, and Geometallurgy (1 Day Workshop)

Separate ticket

Resourcing Tomorrow Government Roundtable (Invite Only)

Separate ticket

The Oxford Mining Club Winter Drinks Reception

Separate ticket

Women in Mining Drinks at Resourcing Tomorrow 2026

Separate ticket

Resourcing Tomorrow After Drinks with YMP Sponsored by Endeavour Financial

Separate ticket

Resourcing Tomorrow Outstanding Achievement Awards & Gala Dinner 2026

Separate ticket

Awards

Resourcing Tomorrow Outstanding Achievement Awards

Annual

Recognises the people, companies, and initiatives setting the standard across the mining sector, celebrating excellence and outstanding achievements in mining.

Exploration Discovery of the Year AwardBest Sustainability Initiative by a Mining Company of the Year AwardBest Industry Sustainability Initiative of the Year AwardMining Deal of the Year AwardMining Leader of the Year AwardRising Star(s) of the Year AwardWomen in Mining AwardOperational Transformation of the Year Award

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Government supporters

Ontario Ministry of Energy and Mines

Government supporter (Canada)

Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources South Africa

Government supporter (South Africa)

Department of Business & Trade, Eastern Europe and Central Asia Mining Team

Government supporter (United Kingdom)

How the last edition performed

Previous edition

Last edition

2025

Completed

Visitors: 2,336

Visitor countries: 90

This edition

2026

Visitors: 2,300

Exhibitors: 150

Next edition

2026

Mines and Money @ Resourcing Tomorrow 2026 returns to the Business Design Centre, London, from 1 to 3 December 2026. The event remains the anchor of London Mining Week, which runs 27 November to 3 December 2026, and is positioned as Europe's largest mining investment event connecting miners, investors, governments and solution providers.

London Mining Week 2026 runs 27 November to 3 December 2026, with a broader programme of aligned events including WIM100 2026 Celebrations, International Metals Symposium, Critical Minerals Association 6th Annual Conference, MINEX Eurasia and the Oxford Mining Club Winter Drinks Reception. The 2026 event theme is Securing metals & minerals, empowering the future, with emphasis on capital allocation, geopolitics and policy risk, and financing critical minerals and energy-transition projects. Resourcing Tomorrow 2026 continues as the anchor event of London Mining Week at the Business Design Centre, London, from 1 to 3 December 2026.

Growth over time

Edition recap

Resourcing Tomorrow 2025 ran from 2-4 December 2025 at the Business Design Centre in London. The organiser's post-event report recorded 2,336+ attendees, while official post-event coverage said participants came from over 90 countries. The Traxys Resourcing Tomorrow Connect platform facilitated 2,850+ confirmed meetings, and 94% of attendees said they were likely to recommend the event.

The 2025 edition also marked the launch of London Mining Week. The post-event report recorded 543+ investors, reinforcing the event's investment-led positioning and its role as a meeting point for mining companies, capital providers, governments and the wider resources value chain.

New this edition

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Innovation Hub
New for 2026, the Innovation Hub is a dedicated space for technology providers, startups and industry innovators, with developments across exploration, processing, automation and sustainability plus live demonstrations and interactive experiences.
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Testimonials

Overall, the conference was one of the best I’ve attended in some time. Well done and thank you for all your hard work.
Monica Moretto · Vice President of Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion · Pan American Silver · 2025

I believe the 2025 Resourcing Tomorrow Conference was a great success!
Yegor Perelygin · Deputy Minister · Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture, Ukraine · 2025

Impact

A bigger and stronger platform

The 2025 edition of Mines and Money London, held alongside Resourcing Tomorrow, brought together 2,300+ global industry leaders over three days at the Business Design Centre. The organiser reports more than 2,850 confirmed meetings through the Traxys Resourcing Tomorrow Connect platform, supporting deal flow, capital deployment and commercial partnerships. The 2025 edition also launched London Mining Week, establishing a coordinated week of mining-related events across London.

Audience quality

High-value decision-makers

The 2025 edition drew 2,300+ global industry leaders, described by the organiser as senior decision-makers from mining, investment and government. The event's meeting platform supported 2,850+ confirmed meetings, indicating a curated, business-development-oriented audience rather than a general public attendance base.

Exhibitor outcomes

Real business growth

The organiser's official post-event report states that the Traxys Resourcing Tomorrow Connect platform facilitated over 2,850 confirmed meetings in 2025 and directly translated into deal flow, capital deployment and commercial partnerships. No independently audited exhibitor ROI, cost-per-lead or verified sales-pipeline figure was published, so exhibitors should treat the meeting volume as an activity indicator rather than a guaranteed return.

Intelligence

Exhibitors

176

Exhibitors

Top exhibitor countries

Top 10 by exhibitor count — estimates based on published directory.

Canada
74
Australia
35
United Kingdom
24
United States
11
Finland
4
South Africa
2
Egypt
2
Germany
2
Sweden
2
Nigeria
2

Category breakdown

176Exhibitors

1~32

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2~25

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3~24

estimate

National pavilions

Canada

~74 stands

estimate

Australia

~35 stands

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United Kingdom

~24 stands

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United States

~11 stands

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Finland

~4 stands

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South Africa

~2 stands

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Egypt

~2 stands

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Germany

~2 stands

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Sweden

~2 stands

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Nigeria

~2 stands

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Turkey

~2 stands

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Saudi Arabia

~2 stands

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Spain

~1 stands

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Armenia

~1 stands

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Ukraine

~1 stands

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Buyer targets

High priority

Buyers sourcing

Critical Minerals, Battery Metals & Rare Earth Developers

Buyers sourcing

Mineral Exploration & Development Stage Companies

Buyers sourcing

Gold & Precious Metals Mining Companies

Buyers sourcing

Government & Public-Sector Mining Exhibitors

Buyers sourcing

Copper & Base Metal Mining Companies

Medium priority

Buyers sourcing

Other Mining Investment Suppliers

Buyers sourcing

Environmental, Tailings, Water & Closure Services

Buyers sourcing

General Mining Investment Event Suppliers

Buyers sourcing

Tungsten, Industrial & Specialty Metal Developers

Buyers sourcing

Mining Engineering, EPCM & Infrastructure Consultants

Intelligence

Market context

Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

Europe — United Kingdom (London)

Why it matters

London remains the central financing hub for mining, and Mines and Money London is the December gathering point where capital meets projects. With critical minerals demand accelerating across defence, AI and energy supply chains, and supply constrained by permitting delays and capital discipline, the event provides a concentrated venue for investors and miners to price risk, form partnerships and advance projects. The presence of institutional funds, sovereign-backed entities, family offices and government ministers makes it a key barometer for the sector's direction in 2027.

Industry trends

Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

Capital discipline and selective financing

After the 2021 boom, mining companies have maintained conservative capital allocation. Financiers are more selective, focusing on projects with clear permitting pathways, lower geopolitical risk and near-term production potential. Equity markets have reopened for junior miners, but terms remain demanding.

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Critical minerals and supply-chain security

Western governments are accelerating efforts to diversify supply chains for critical minerals used in defence, AI, energy and industrial applications. Policy support, sovereign funding and offtake agreements are reshaping project economics and investor risk appetite.

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M&A supercycle in copper and strategic minerals

Mining M&A reached almost $94bn in 2025, the most buoyant year in over a decade, driven by megadeals such as Anglo American–Teck and high gold and silver prices. Activity shows few signs of slowing in 2026 as majors prioritise copper growth and energy-transition exposure.

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Permitting bottlenecks and project delivery risk

The industry faces a 17-year average lead time from exploration to production. Slow permitting, infrastructure gaps, processing constraints and public trust issues are now central barriers to bringing new supply online, making project delivery a key investment differentiator.

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Technology and innovation as productivity levers

Mining companies and investors are increasingly focused on technology adoption to improve safety, digitalisation and production efficiency. The 2026 Innovation Hub at Resourcing Tomorrow reflects growing interest in solutions that can shorten project timelines and reduce operating costs.

Source

Market news

Latest updates from across the market.

Mining M&A hits almost $94bn in 2025, most buoyant in a decade

Read

Private equity metals and mining deals reach $9.09bn in Q1 2026

Read

Mining rush brings fundraising back to London

Read

Appian in talks with EBRD, others, on critical minerals funds

Read

Similar mining investment events — next 6–12 months

November 2026 – June 2027

A dense circuit of mining investment events runs from late 2026 through mid-2027. The London December anchor is flanked by 121 Mining Investment London in November, followed by African-focused gatherings in Cape Town in February, PDAC in Toronto in March, and 121 events in Miami, Hong Kong and London through April–May. Investors and mining companies typically use this sequence to maintain deal momentum across jurisdictions.

23–24 Nov 2026

121 Mining Investment London

London, United Kingdom

Runs immediately before Mines and Money London, with overlap in institutional investor and junior miner audiences.

website

8–11 Feb 2027

Mining Indaba

Cape Town, South Africa

Key gathering for African mining investment, government delegations and critical minerals dealmaking.

website

8–9 Feb 2027

121 Mining Investment Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa

Co-located timing with Mining Indaba week, focused on one-to-one investor meetings.

website

7–10 Mar 2027

PDAC

Toronto, Canada

Attracts over 32,000 attendees from 140+ countries; a major exploration and financing hub.

website

6–7 Apr 2027

121 Mining Investment Miami

Miami, United States

Bridges Latin American resource projects with North American capital.

website

7–8 Apr 2027

Resourcing Tomorrow Hong Kong

Hong Kong, China

Rebranded successor to Mines and Money Hong Kong, focused on Asian capital and critical minerals supply chains.

website

17–18 May 2027

121 Mining Investment London (Spring)

London, United Kingdom

Provides a second London touchpoint in the first half of 2027 for investors and mining companies.

website

Late 2026

121 Mining Investment London

Immediate pre-cursor to Mines and Money London, capturing investors already in London for the December mining investment week.

Q1 2027

Mining Indaba121 Mining Investment Cape TownPDAC

African and North American focus, with Cape Town events overlapping in early February and PDAC anchoring exploration finance in March.

Q2 2027

121 Mining Investment MiamiResourcing Tomorrow Hong Kong121 Mining Investment London (Spring)

Americas and Asia-Pacific touchpoints, followed by a spring London gathering before the summer lull.

Dates taken from official event websites and organiser-published schedules. Attendees should verify schedules as some dates may be subject to change.

Plan your trip

Travel & logistics

Local currency · GBP

Arrival airports

Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

LHR

London Heathrow Airport

Elizabeth Line train to Liverpool Street then transfer: about 51 min. Piccadilly line to King's Cross: about 1 h 14 min. Taxi £85–110.

32.4 km

to venue

34 min by taxi

by car

LCY

London City Airport

Closest airport by road. DLR and Tube connections available.

14 km

to venue

25–40 min by car

by car

LGW

London Gatwick Airport

Gatwick Express to London Victoria then Tube to Angel.

53 km

to venue

57 min by car

by car

Hotel tiers

A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

budget

Islington / Angel

USD 60–130 / night

Premier Inn London Angel Islington (3-star, 0.09 km from venue) and Islington Quarter (3-star, 0.27 km) are the closest budget options; Travelodge London Kings Cross Royal Scot is about 1 km away. Prices are estimates based on 2026 listings and rise sharply closer to the event.

mid range

Islington / Angel & King's Cross

USD 130–250 / night

DoubleTree by Hilton London Angel Kings Cross (4-star, about 0.5 km) is the official partner hotel and offers discounted rates through Hotel Map. Hilton London Angel Islington (4-star) is directly connected to the Business Design Centre. Prices are estimates.

premium

Islington & central London

USD 220–450 / night

nhow London (5-star, Shoreditch/Islington border) and Citadines Islington London (4-star apart-hotel) offer higher-end stays within a short walk or taxi ride. Central London premium hotels such as the Four Seasons or Corinthia are 15–20 minutes by taxi. Prices are estimates.

Local transport

Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

London Underground (Tube)

Estimated cost£3.10–£3.60 off-peak/peak (Oyster/contactless); daily Zones 1–2 cap £8.90

Best forAngel station (Northern Line) to Business Design Centre

Angel is the closest station, about a 4-minute walk. It is not step-free; King's Cross St Pancras (one stop away) offers step-free access and connects to National Rail, Eurostar and multiple Tube lines.

Bus

Estimated cost£1.75 per journey with unlimited transfers within one hour; £5.25 daily bus cap

Best forRoutes 4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 56, 73, 341 along Upper Street / Angel

Upper Street is served by frequent bus routes connecting Angel to King's Cross, Oxford Circus, Victoria, Liverpool Street and beyond. Contactless or Oyster payment only; cash is not accepted on London buses.

Black cab / taxi

Estimated costMinimum £4.40; typical 1–2 mile trip £8.40–£20.40; 4-mile trip £21–£35

Best forPoint-to-point across Islington and central London

Black cabs are metered and accept card payments. Taxis can drop off directly at the Business Design Centre forecourt (N1 0PW). Uber and other ride-hail services operate widely in London.

National Rail

Estimated costIncluded in contactless/Oyster pay-as-you-go; daily cap applies

Best forKing's Cross St Pancras and Highbury & Islington stations

King's Cross St Pancras is a short walk or one Tube stop from the venue and offers step-free access, Thameslink, East Coast Main Line and Eurostar. Highbury & Islington (Victoria Line and Overground) is about 15 minutes away.

Walking

Estimated costFree

Best forAngel station to Business Design Centre; King's Cross to venue

The venue is a 4-minute walk from Angel station and about a 10–15 minute walk from King's Cross St Pancras. Upper Street and Islington Green are directly adjacent.

Cycling / Santander Cycles

Estimated costFrom £1.65 per 30 minutes for Santander Cycles; free cycle storage at BDC

Best forSantander Cycles docking stations in Islington; free cycle storage at venue

The Business Design Centre offers free secure cycle storage in its on-site car park. Santander Cycles hire stations are available nearby in Islington.

Plan your trip

Visa & entry documents

Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

Visa not required

ATA Carnet: accepted

Type	Who needs it	Fee	Processing
Standard Visitor visa (Business Activities)	Nationals of countries on the UK visa national list who are attending conferences, meetings, or seminars and are not receiving payment from a UK-based organisation.	$135.00	Usually 3 weeks
Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE) visa	Experts invited by a UK-based organisation for short-term paid engagements, such as speaking at a conference.	$135.00	Usually 3 weeks
Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)	Citizens of visa-exempt countries (e.g., USA, Australia, Canada, Japan, EU) travelling for business, tourism, or short-term study.	$16.00	Typically within days
VIP Delegate Visa	Official government delegates named in a Note Verbale from their government.	—	Varies

Many nationalities—including US, Canadian, Australian, Japanese, and most EU/EEA citizens—can visit the UK for up to 6 months without a visa for business meetings and conferences. Nationals of countries on the UK visa national list (e.g., India, China, South Africa, Nigeria) must obtain a Standard Visitor visa before travel. Check the official GOV.UK visa national list for your specific nationality.

The UK accepts ATA Carnets for temporary admission of goods for trade fairs, exhibitions, and professional equipment. From 1 June 2026, the UK will accept digital ATA Carnets. Obtain a Carnet through your national Chamber of Commerce or issuing association.

Official visa page

Weather

December in London is cold and often wet. Average high 7.7°C, average low 2.8°C, with around 61 mm of rainfall across the month. Daylight is limited.

Plan for the climate

Check temperatures and pack accordingly

Venue connectivity

The Business Design Centre is a 5-minute walk from Angel Underground Station (Northern Line). King's Cross St Pancras (step-free, with National Rail, Eurostar, and multiple Tube lines) is about a 10-minute walk or short bus ride. Upper Street is served by bus routes 4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 56, 73 and 341. The venue is just outside the central London Congestion Charge zone on the A1.

Ride-hailing

Taxis

Public transit

Car rentals

Cultural notes

Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

Tipping

A 10–15% tip is customary in sit-down restaurants if a service charge is not already included. Many London restaurants add a discretionary 12.5% service charge to the bill. Tipping is not expected in pubs for drinks ordered at the bar.

Contactless payments

Contactless debit and credit cards are widely accepted across London, including on public transport, in shops, cafés and taxis. Cash is rarely needed but useful for small independent vendors.

Pub etiquette

In traditional London pubs, order and pay at the bar rather than waiting for table service. Table service is more common in gastro-pubs and restaurants.

Practical guides

Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

Flights

Destination: LHR

Book flights early for the first week of December. Heathrow and London City are the most convenient airports. Allow 60–90 minutes for immigration and baggage on arrival at Heathrow.

Visa

Visa requirements depend on nationality. Many nationalities can visit the UK visa-free for up to 6 months for business activities; others must apply for a Standard Visitor visa before travel.

Processing: Usually 3 weeks

The event organiser provides a personalised letter of invitation upon delegate registration. Apply at least 3 months before travel.

Official Partner

Transport

Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

Airport → venue: Heathrow (LHR): 32 km, about 34 minutes by taxi (£85–110) or 50–75 minutes by Elizabeth Line and Tube. London City (LCY): 14 km, 25–40 minutes by car or DLR/Tube. Gatwick (LGW): 53 km, about 57 minutes by car or Gatwick Express to Victoria then Tube.

Hotel → venue: Most Islington/Angel hotels are within a 4–15 minute walk of the Business Design Centre. King's Cross hotels are a 10–15 minute walk or one Tube stop. Clerkenwell and Shoreditch hotels are 10–20 minutes by Tube or bus.

Ride-hail: Uber and Bolt operate widely across London. A short trip within Islington typically costs £8–15; airport runs to Heathrow cost £45–65 by Uber versus £70–120 by black cab. Surge pricing applies during peak hours and rain.

Public transit: Use contactless bank cards or Oyster cards on Tube, bus, DLR, Overground and Elizabeth Line. Daily caps apply automatically (Zones 1–2: £8.90). Buses are £1.75 per journey with unlimited transfers within one hour. Angel station (Northern Line) is a 4-minute walk from the venue but is not step-free; King's Cross St Pancras is the nearest step-free station.

Parking: Secure on-site car park with 250 spaces. Hourly rate £6 with a minimum 2-hour stay. Cashless. Maximum vehicle height 1.9 m. Eight blue-badge spaces and EV charging points. Pre-booking recommended. Use N1 0PW for satnav. The venue is outside the central London Congestion Charge zone.

Weather

Plan and pack for the event climate.

Month: December

Temperature: 3°C to 8°C

Seasonality: Winter; frequent rain and short daylight hours. Average rainfall around 61 mm for the month.

Packing: Bring a waterproof jacket, warm layers, a scarf, and comfortable waterproof shoes. An umbrella is useful but can be awkward in crowded Tube stations.

Plan your trip

Planning

Best day to visit: 2026-12-02

Wednesday 2 December offers the strongest one-day mix for a meeting-led visitor: a full morning plenary covering capital and execution, scheduled networking lunch, the Copper/Uranium/Base Metals Mining Pitch Battle, an extended Mining Spotlights block, specialist leadership roundtables, the Women in Mining UK session and evening networking. It also avoids the shortened final-day exhibition window.

T-30

Register online and choose the correct pass category — Practical guidance, not an organiser deadline. Online pre-registration is mandatory and there is no onsite registration. Qualified investors, downstream buyers and eligible NextGen students may apply for complimentary passes; other delegates should budget for the paid pass.

T-28

Build a target list and start using the meeting platform when access opens — The organiser says the meeting platform typically opens around four weeks before the event. Search by relevant companies and contacts and request meetings before arriving.

T-21

Confirm UK entry requirements, travel and accommodation — Check whether your nationality requires a visa or ETA. The event provides personalised invitation letters after registration and lists discounted accommodation through Hotel Map.

T-14

Shortlist priority exhibitors, Mining Spotlights and conference sessions — Use the current 2026 programme and official interactive floorplan. Prioritise projects, commodities, jurisdictions and suppliers directly linked to your investment, procurement or partnership objectives.

T-7

Lock priority meetings and leave buffer time between appointments — Meetings can take place at exhibitor booths or in the Traxys Connect Lounge. Check each meeting location in the platform and allow movement time around the venue.

T-3

Save your registration QR code and pack photo ID — Both are required for venue entry. The organiser recommends checking email, junk and clutter folders for the registration QR code.

T-1

Recheck the programme, meeting diary and transport route — Schedules can change. The Business Design Centre is at 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH.

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Arrive early for security and registration — Registration opens at 08:00. Mandatory bag checks and metal detectors apply, and the organiser recommends arriving at least 25 minutes early.

Sample visitor itinerary

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