In October, the 8th 2026 Mining Industry Chain Conference was held at the Changsha International Convention Center in Hunan from October 10 to 12. Bringing together companies from across the mining value chain, industry associations, experts and scholars, the conference explored new opportunities for high-quality development in the mining sector.
As one of the conference organizers, Xinhai Mining showcased its capabilities at an exhibition booth and jointly hosted the parallel forum, the 2026 Overseas Mining Investment and Development Forum, with the Hunan Mining Association. The forum brought industry peers together to explore new opportunities and approaches for Chinese mining companies expanding overseas.
The 2026 Overseas Mining Investment and Development Forum was held at the Changsha International Convention Center on the afternoon of October 10. Xinhai Mining and the Hunan Mining Association jointly hosted the parallel forum. The event marked a further step forward in Xinhai’s influence in overseas mining investment and services.
Under the theme “Cross-Border Mining Investment by Chinese Companies: Risk Management and Overseas Mine Technology Development,” the forum examined changes in the global mining landscape and new opportunities for overseas investment. Discussions covered the policy environment, resource project development, technological innovation, green mine development and risk management. Government departments, industry associations, mining companies, experts and scholars exchanged views to support Chinese mining companies in expanding overseas with confidence and to promote high-quality development of overseas mining projects.
(Tan Jiannong delivers opening remarks at the 2026 Overseas Mining Investment and Development Forum)
(Zou Kuihuang delivers opening remarks at the 2026 Overseas Mining Investment and Development Forum)
The forum opened with remarks from Tan Jiannong, president of the Hunan Mining Association, and Zou Kuihuang, vice president of Shandong Xinhai Mining Group Co., Ltd. Drawing on the profound changes reshaping the global mining landscape, they outlined the forum’s purpose: to build industry consensus, deepen practical cooperation and support Chinese mining companies in expanding overseas. Eight industry speakers then delivered presentations on overseas mining investment and development.
1. Chen Haibin, senior partner at Hongrui Law Firm: “Integrating Legal and Commercial Strategy for Chinese Mining Companies Going Global.” He examined the trends, risks and legal responses facing Chinese mining companies amid shifts in the global mining sector, advocating an integrated legal and commercial approach. He emphasized early compliance planning and consortium-based overseas expansion to capture opportunities in the acquisition of energy transition minerals.
2. Zou Kuihuang, vice president of Shandong Xinhai Mining Group Co., Ltd.: “Technical Experience and Strategies for Overseas Mining Investment.” Drawing on Xinhai Mining’s more than 30 years of mining engineering experience, he shared the company’s technical practices and strategies for overseas investment, covering project due diligence, the representativeness of mineral processing test samples, comprehensive investment estimates and the application of innovative processes.
3. Xie Shoudong, vice chairman of Hongda Blasting Engineering Group Co., Ltd. and CEO of Hongda International (Hong Kong) Holdings Co., Ltd.: “Crossing Mountains and Seas Through Intelligence: A Global Mining Services Partner That Responds Quickly.” Centered on the vision of “a mining services partner serving the world,” he presented integrated mining services, the company’s global footprint and benchmark projects. He also discussed future directions for intelligent, integrated and international development.
4. Zhong Yongfu, director of the management committee, partner and head of cross-border mining investment at Shuren Law Firm: “Mining M&A in Africa: Risk Mapping and Practical Risk Mitigation.” Drawing on real cases, he examined key risks in African mining acquisitions, including strategy, resource estimates, mining rights, taxation and finance, political conditions, approvals, closing, ESG and disputes. He advocated early risk identification, allocating risk through transaction documents and ongoing post-closing management, and summarized regulations governing overseas acquisitions.
5. Wang Zhaoyang, general manager of the International Design Division at Shandong Xinhai Mining Group: “Modular Solutions for International Mining Projects.” Addressing the challenges of long schedules, cost overruns and high risks in international mining projects, he described Xinhai Mining’s three core capabilities: standardized design, factory manufacturing and modular assembly. This approach replaces conventional on-site construction with intelligent manufacturing and assembly, enabling integrated delivery across design, manufacturing, transportation and assembly.
6. Ma Yongliang, general manager of Yantai Xinhai Automation Technology Co., Ltd.: “Exploring and Advancing Green, Intelligent Mine Development.” He analyzed five industry trends driven by green, low-carbon development and digitalization, and shared Xinhai Mining’s digitalization and intelligent mining solutions, along with overseas applications at a spodumene mine in Zimbabwe and a copper-tungsten mine in Kazakhstan.
7. Wang Biao, Party branch secretary and vice president of the Hunan Mining Association: “An Initiative for Collaborative Overseas Expansion Through Full-Life-Cycle Mining Services for Belt and Road Projects.” Focusing on full-life-cycle mining services for Belt and Road projects, he launched a joint initiative for collaborative overseas expansion and held a signing ceremony to build industry cooperation and support the coordinated expansion of mining services into international markets.
8. Peng Juanjuan, assistant to the chairman of Hunan Yutai Manufacturing Group: “Tailings Backfill and Energy Efficiency: Practical Pathways for Green Mines Overseas.” She discussed core tailings backfill technologies, cost and emissions reductions through solid waste utilization, and green, intelligent equipment. She also outlined overseas cooperation models, implementation roadmaps and local service support.
The eight presentations covered legal risk management, technical innovation, green mine development and coordinated expansion across the mining value chain. The sessions prompted lively discussion, and attendees said they found them valuable. The forum provided Chinese mining companies with practical insights and a platform for connection as they expand overseas, while highlighting Xinhai Mining’s capabilities and industry commitment in overseas mining investment and services.
As one of the organizers of the 8th 2026 Mining Industry Chain Conference, Xinhai Mining showcased its core capabilities in full-value-chain mining services (EPC+M+O) at its exhibition booth. Its one-stop solutions and end-to-end services include mineral processing testwork, mine design, equipment manufacturing and supply, construction for mining, mineral processing, and tailings storage facilities, equipment installation, mine construction management and mine operation management. The booth also featured representative overseas mining projects. Xinhai’s technical team was on site throughout the exhibition to discuss mining development challenges and solutions with new and existing clients.
(Visitors explore Xinhai Mining’s exhibition booth at the 8th 2026 Mining Industry Chain Conference)
During the forum, Xinhai Mining signed an agreement with the Association of Consulting and Trade Companies of Kazakhstan. The parties reached a strategic cooperation agreement covering mining development, mine engineering, equipment supply and local content development in Kazakhstan.
Building on Xinhai Mining’s Kazakhstan subsidiary and its full-value-chain mining services, together with the association’s local resources, the parties will jointly develop mining markets in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Their cooperation will cover mine development and engineering, tailings resource utilization, mining equipment supply and local content development, with the aim of achieving mutual benefit.
From its exhibition booth and co-hosting of the parallel forum to its agreement in Central Asia and showcase of full-value-chain services, Xinhai Mining used the 8th 2026 Mining Industry Chain Conference to demonstrate the technical capabilities and service commitment of a Chinese mining company expanding overseas. Looking ahead, Xinhai Mining will continue to develop its full-value-chain mining services (EPC+M+O), strengthen its global and local service networks, and work with partners in China and around the world. With professional expertise, efficient service and an open approach, the company aims to contribute its knowledge and capabilities to the high-quality development of the mining industry.
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