Originally published in Global Business Reports Quebec Mining 2024
Can you introduce EXP and discuss how you support the mining industry in Quebec?
We are a full-service, multidisciplinary firm delivering projects and solutions—engineering, design, and project management. Our services cover the full cycle of mining and mineral projects and our support for Quebec’s mining sector covers exploration to reclamation. We offer comprehensive services encompassing greenfield and brownfield exploration, leveraging our expertise in core drilling, geological analysis, and site assessment.
Which commodities do you anticipate will drive growth for EXP?
Gold and lithium are typical, but cobalt is also making a comeback due to the rise of green energy and EV batteries. The potential is huge. EXP plays a big role in processing and recycling cobalt, lithium and nickel. Regarding lithium, we have the technical expertise and a pit-to-port team ready to assist clients from mining to shipping and are pursuing work on upcoming lithium projects in Quebec.
How is EXP helping decarbonize mines, and how is Quebec a leader in the global drive toward net-zero?
Quebec is better placed than anywhere in the world to meet decarbonization goals. At EXP, we are playing a big role in the current EV battery rush, and in that sense are key partners in helping mines with their decarbonization initiatives.
Quebec’s ongoing electrification efforts, including the shift to electric vehicles, demonstrate the province’s proactive approach to environmentally friendly mining practices.
What are the key priorities for EXP to continue growing in the mining segment?
Our key priorities are hiring and attracting top talent. We provide great opportunities in a growing sector. EXP works closely with mining communities and local communities. We invest in people to better support the mining sector.