The Mining Show 2026

The Mining Show, now in its 19th year, is Terrapinn's annual exhibition and conference in Dubai for the mining and quarrying industry across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia. Over two days it combines a free-to-attend exhibition of equipment and technology with a two-stage conference on operations, investment and policy, plus structured networking for operators, suppliers, investors and government bodies.

Conference

The 2026 agenda runs across two stages with keynotes, panels, fireside chats and presentations; the organiser plans more than 50 sessions and 150+ speakers.

• Stage 1: Delivering Operational Excellence
• Stage 2: Securing the Future
• Mining law reform and legal harmonisation across Africa
• Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom's mining ambitions
• Financing mining mega projects
• Advanced mineral processing
• Digital transformation and smart mines
• Digital twins for mine planning

Exhibition

A free multi-brand exhibition with country pavilions and equipment, processing, filtration, conveying, explosives and service providers, plus a Tech & Automation pavilion, a Guest Buyer Programme and Distributor Connect.

Who attends

Regional mining and quarrying companies, ministries and regulators, equipment and technology suppliers, investors and service providers. Supporting partners for 2026 include the UAE Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure and the UAE Ministry of Interior.

Key figures

The organiser expects 6,500+ attendees, 250+ exhibitors and 150+ speakers for the 2026 edition.

Tickets & passes

• Event Pass — Free: Exhibition floor, conference theatre and event app
• Premium Networking Pass — USD 1,500: Full price USD 3,000; adds keynote theatre, full attendee list, unlimited 1-to-1 meetings, premium lounge and Mining Rocks networking party. Taxes not included