Denis Richard

Expert Senior Innovation Mines Eramet

Denis is a Senior Expert in mining innovation at Eramet Ideas, the Research Centre for the ERAMET mining Group. His fields of interest include Geology, Mining and Mineral Processing in various commodities including gold, nickel, heavy minerals and manganese. In his current position, these skills and experiences are put to good use for the identification and implementation of innovative ideas and technologies to accompany the growth of Eramet. Denis has dedicated his career to mining and has more than 20 years of experience in the mining industry where he held various positions in operations, project management and as an expert. He has a degree from ENSG School in Nancy and an MSc in geochemistry from Lorraine University.

2024 Agenda Sessions

DISRUPTIVE DISCUSSION - South African manganese miners - supporting the steel industry and the green

South African manganese miners - supporting the steel industry and the green energy transition

South Africa’s manganese industry is well developed – but how does a traditional industry that feeds the steel sector tap into the green energy space as well?
Are logistics challenges preventing an upscale in South Africa’s manganese supply?
Could scrap manganese material be the real green solution?
Beyond South Africa, what does Africa’s potential manganese contribution look like?

Wednesday 07 February 11:20 - 11:55 Disruptors Stage

Disruptive Discussions

Add to calendar 02/07/2024 11:20 02/07/2024 11:55 DISRUPTIVE DISCUSSION - South African manganese miners - supporting the steel industry and the green South African manganese miners - supporting the steel industry and the green energy transition

South Africa’s manganese industry is well developed – but how does a traditional industry that feeds the steel sector tap into the green energy space as well?
Are logistics challenges preventing an upscale in South Africa’s manganese supply?
Could scrap manganese material be the real green solution?
Beyond South Africa, what does Africa’s potential manganese contribution look like?

Disruptors Stage Africa/Johannesburg

BACK TO ALL SPEAKERS