Following many years of collaboration, the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) and Coeur Mining, Inc. (Coeur) have formalised a four-year strategic partnership, strengthening a relationship that will build upon a series of strategic objectives intended to benefit the mining and minerals industry at large.

In addition to welcoming a significant number of Coeur employees as new SME members, this unique partnership positions Coeur as a key player at the MINEXCHANGE SME Annual Conference & Expo. At the industry’s premier annual conference, Coeur will continue making an impact as an Influencer-level sponsor, supporting functions including the Women of SME Breakfast, the Mining NOW podcast, a world-class technical programme, and the SME Mining & Exploration Division Luncheon.

Coeur will also join the SME Foundation’s (SMEF) Corporate Roundtable Partnership as a Patron-level partner. Through generous contributions, Patron partners join a class of firms across the mining and minerals industry, building a future for world-class mineral education and encouraging young people toward mining careers.

Coeur will also promote leadership across SME’s robust Health & Safety Division through the following:

• Lending their support as a title sponsor to the division’s annual Stride for Safety 5K Run/Walk at MINEXCHANGE.
• Receiving 10 registrations to SME’s Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) Review Course/Exam, advancing the development of the industry’s fastest-growing community of credentialed mine health and safety experts.
• Hosting a future CMSP Review Course/Exam.

“SME is thrilled to welcome Coeur to the SME Strategic Partner family,” said Melissa Russell, SME Executive Director and CEO. “We greatly value their support and collaboration as we continue to work to expand access to and strengthen the future of our industry.”

“This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing technical excellence, professional leadership, and industry credibility,” added Michael “Mick” Routledge, Coeur Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “Together, we are investing in the expertise and integrity that will shape the future of our industry, reinforcing the highest standards of technical governance, resource reporting, and responsible mine development.”

To learn more about SME, including strategic partnerships, visit smenet.org/membership-benefits/strategic-partnerships. To learn more about Coeur Mining, Inc., visit coeur.com.

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