The 2026 Mining Indaba theme, “Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships,” resonates deeply with the purpose and charter of the Women in Platinum Group Metals (WiPGMs) Association. Founded in 2019, WiPGMs has developed into a network of more than 200 members, united by a shared vision of inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability across the global
It’s been a busy year for everyone across the global platinum group metals (PGMs) network. Shifts in global geopolitics, trade and several domestic developments have reshaped the South African PGM landscape and significantly influenced our operating context. The recovery in dollar PGM pricing has provided much-needed relief for many of us in the industry
London Platinum Week Date: Monday, 19 May 2025 Time: 8:30 for 9:00 AM NEW Venue: Argyll Room & Terrace, 4 Hamilton Place, London W1J 7BQ Are Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) more than just industrial commodities? Hear from our panel of experts on how individuals and institutions make strategic investments in PGMs, what type of products are out there
We were proud to participate in the Asia Pacific Precious Metals Conference (APPMC), hosted by the Singapore Bullion Market Association (SBMA) from 15–17 June 2025. As part of the event, Women in PGMs proudly sponsored a dedicated session focused on diversity and inclusion in the precious metals sector. We were also honoured to receive
PGM Markets 2025 – key market trends and the opportunities and threats it presents for the South African PGM industry. Venue: Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 Time: 17:30-20:00
We are delighted to be co-hosting the New York Platinum Week event with the IPMI this year. Join us for an insightful discussion with Tracy Swanepoel and Krista Johnson as they explore the impact of the current PGM price environment on managing mining and refining operations. Discover how leaders in the industry are and could
Women in PGMs (WiPGMs) hosted a panel at the European Chapter of the International Precious Metals Institute (EC-IPMI) 11th Annual Seminar – held in Lisbon, Portugal on 17-19 November, 2024. The EC-IPMI conference had over 200 attendees congregating from across different parts of Europe and US. The event was titled A Turning Point –
The 18th China Precious Metals Industry Development Forum, hosted by CPMIC, took place successfully in Xi’an from November 13th to 15th, 2024. The event attracted over 300 participants from various companies across the precious metals industry in China. The forum covered a wide range of topics, including new environmental policies for the PGM recycling
The inaugural Women in PGM Tokyo Roundtable marked a significant milestone in Japan's precious metals industry, bringing together 15 women from 9 companies active in the sector. This gathering underscored Japan's pivotal role in the global platinum group metals (PGM) market. Japan's PGM Landscape Japan stands as a major importer of PGMs in unwrought
Discover how the speaker's experiences have inspired them in their career, from gaining courage to applying for new opportunities. Through the WiPGMs programme, they received support and guidance in their new role, which increased their self-confidence as a mentor. The programme also helped them connect with their younger self and find their purpose in