Riyadh, January 14, 2026, SPA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Alkhorayef inaugurated on Tuesday the international exhibition accompanying the fifth edition of the Future Minerals Forum, in the presence of several ministers, senior officials, and CEOs of major mining and industrial companies from around the world.
As an exceptional global platform, the exhibition brings together over 285 sponsors and exhibitors under one roof, representing leading companies across the mining and minerals value chain, from exploration and extraction to processing and manufacturing.
This year, the event features a notable international presence, with official national pavilions from 11 leading mining countries: Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Sweden, Austria, Brazil, Egypt, Morocco, and Pakistan.
The exhibition offers a comprehensive experience for visitors and investors across four main zones that showcase the industry’s future and diversity.The “Outdoor Exhibition” displays the largest heavy machinery used in major mining operations, while the “Tech Hub” features the latest digital innovations and AI solutions driving the sector’s transformation.
These areas are complemented by the “Indoor Exhibition,” which hosts pavilions featuring leading global and local companies, and the “Exploration Zone,” which highlights startups and small exploration firms that play a key role in future mineral discoveries.
The exhibition’s opening coincided with the fifth International Ministerial Meeting, bringing together ministers and senior officials from over 100 countries.