The SAIMC User Advisory Council is proud to present the 2025 Annual Summit, formerly known as the MESA Africa Summit. The theme is ‘Mining and Manufacturing in South Africa: SMART Operations in a Disruptive World Economy’. The event will bring together leaders in automation, instrumentation, mechatronics and computer engineering. This high-impact function is a must-attend for professionals driving smart operations in mining and manufacturing across South Africa.
Date: 15-16 October 2025 at the Fairway Hotel, Randpark, Gauteng.
Cost: Early Bird R2500 until 30 June, R2750 from 1 July.
There will be two full days of case studies, technical presentations and success stories from across the industry. Whether you’re looking to advance digital transformation, improve operational efficiency or gain insight into global trends disrupting your sector, this summit delivers actionable knowledge and networking.
Do you have a compelling story to tell? Submit your abstract by the end of July and stand a chance to win a trip to the ARC Global Conference in Barcelona, Spain in May 2026.
Looking to boost your brand visibility? Sponsor and exhibitor packages are available with exclusive discounts for SAIMC National Members.
This is more than a conference, it’s a platform to collaborate, innovate and influence the future of smart mining and manufacturing in South Africa. Be there. Be heard. Be part of shaping industry excellence.
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