Austrade is leading a mission of Australian companies targeting mining sector opportunities in Kazakhstan. Taking place on 30 May — 4 June 2010, the mission aims to provide high-level access to decision-makers in government, major Kazakh mining companies, distributors and agents.

Austrade package: for detailed information about this event and the participation package, please refer to the event brochure.

About the mission

This Austrade-led mission is designed to identify and target opportunities for Australian companies in hard-rock mining in Kazakhstan. It aims to provide high-level access to key decision-makers in government and the major mining groups as well as contact with distributors and agents.

Following the mission, Austrade recommends attending the Central Asia Mining Congress in Almaty, this event will bring together key mining policy makers, mining companies, investors and suppliers from Kazakhstan and the Central Asian region.

Kazakhstan possesses 15% of the world’s uranium reserves, 8% of its zinc, 7% of the world’s manganese and 4% of the iron ore. Kazakhstan also ranks in the top 10 countries for coal, oil and gas, chrome, zinc and bauxite reserves. In production terms, however, Kazakhstan is far from realising its full potential.

Kazakhstan is strategically placed, with an extensive border with China. Road, rail and pipeline infrastructure is developing rapidly.

Apply before Monday 12 April 2010

Apply online at www.austrade.gov.au/kazakhmining2010 to have our country and industry specialists assess whether this mission offers opportunities that are well-matched to your business.

To provide the highest level of service to delegates, places are strictly limited. If your application is successful we will send you an Event Participation Kit providing all the information you need to prepare for the mission.

Key contacts

To discuss your options further, please contact.