With the objective of providing an international forum where operators, researchers and suppliers of the mining and mineral processing industries can analyse and discuss technological innovations and recent developments, process and equipment design, as well as new projects and plant expansions, the 7th International Mineral Processing Seminar - PROCEMIN 2010 was took place.

The seminar was attended by more than 300 delegates from a total of 14 countries. Among the delegates, 100 were professionals representing mining companies; 67 were from engineering or consulting firms; 93 from equipment and service suppliers; and finally, 43 from universities and research centres.

We would like to extend our most sincere gratitude to all those involved in the organisation of the PROCEMIN 2010 seminar, for their time, wisdom and experience. We are especially thankful to:
• the speakers, for their priceless contribution, great efforts to meet deadlines and their willingness to share their experience and knowledge;
• the technical reviewers, for their personal time spent reviewing technical papers, an essential process to ensure the quality of the seminar;
• the sponsors, for their generous contribution and collaboration with the event;
• media partners, for their support in promoting the event and providing up-to-date information in an effective manner; and
• the technical and advisory committees, for their collaboration in successfully promoting the seminar.

Finally, we would like to thank all attendees, whose valuable participation and great enthusiasm made this a first-rate event, very enriching for all.

Organising Committee
PROCEMIN 2010 Seminar