Events

This Saturday, 2 May, Abenójar will host a new edition of the “Travellers Around the World” gathering, a day that will bring together visitors and residents through outdoor activities, gastronomy, and social interaction.

At Abenójar Tungsten, we wanted to support this initiative, which highlights the local environment, the social life of the municipality, and Abenójar’s appeal as a meeting point.

The programme includes a hiking route, tastings, a traditional meal, activities, and music, in an atmosphere designed for enjoyment and socialising.

Supporting this type of event is part of our commitment to the region and to initiatives that help promote and strengthen local life.

📍 Abenójar Fairground
📅 Saturday, 2 May 2026

This Sunday, 26 April, a new edition of QuijoteXtrem 2026 takes place, a sporting event that brings together participants and enthusiasts around sport, effort and personal achievement.

At Abenójar Tungsten we are joining as sponsors of this initiative, which helps revitalise the area and highlight the natural and social environment of our region.

Events such as QuijoteXtrem foster values such as commitment, perseverance and teamwork, while also boosting local activity and participation in rural areas.

We wish all participants the best of luck and thank the organisers and everyone involved in this new edition for their work.

📍 QuijoteXtrem 2026
📅 Sunday, 26 April 2026

On Friday, 20 March 2026, at Abenójar Tungsten we had the pleasure of welcoming students from the Master’s Degree in Geology and Environmental Management of Mineral Resources at the University of Huelva.

During the day, attendees were able to learn first-hand about various technical and geological aspects related to the El Moto Project, gaining a comprehensive view of the deposit and the reality of the mining project.

The visit included explanations of the mineral deposit’s characteristics, the project’s development and the work currently under way around the tungsten and gold deposit located in Abenójar.

In addition, the students were accompanied by Belén Torres Cueva, Head of the Geology Department at Abenójar Tungsten, who looked after the group during the visit and shared technical knowledge and sector experience with them.

At Abenójar Tungsten we remain committed to collaboration with universities and training centres as a key way to promote outreach, share knowledge and bring the reality of mining and critical raw materials closer to future professionals in the sector.

We thank the University of Huelva and all participants for their interest and hope the experience proved enriching both academically and professionally.

From 2 to 4 December, London will host a new edition of Mines and Money, one of the most important international gatherings for the mining sector. The event will take place at the Business Design Centre, turning the city into a strategic connection point for industry leaders, investors, analysts, innovators and technology companies specialising in mineral resources.

With more than two decades of experience, Mines and Money has established itself as a forum where trends are shaped, new investment opportunities are explored and the sector’s current and future challenges are analysed. Its format combines conferences, round tables, corporate presentations and a powerful meeting system that facilitates contact between mining companies and international investors.

A gathering focused on responsible mining and sustainable development

In this edition, the agenda once again focuses on key topics such as:

• The energy transition and the role of critical minerals.

• Sustainable investment models and their evolution in international markets.

• Emerging technologies applied to exploration, water management, efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

• ESG strategies that are transforming the mining industry worldwide.

Mines and Money has become a leading platform for advancing mining that is more innovative, responsible and aligned with today’s climate challenges, bringing together experts from more than 40 countries and hundreds of companies across the entire mining value chain.

A global forum to understand where mining is headed

The international context, marked by growing demand for strategic minerals, gives this type of gathering particular relevance. Investment outlooks, new exploration opportunities and the transition towards more sustainable production models will take centre stage on the agenda.

Full information on the Mines and Money website.

From 17 to 21 November 2025, Brussels will host a new edition of Raw Materials Week, the major European forum dedicated to the strategic debate on the sustainable and secure supply of critical raw materials. Organised by the European Commission, this gathering brings together each year representatives of European institutions, industry, governments, universities and specialised organisations to review progress in policy, innovation and industrial resilience.

The core programme, taking place from 18 to 20 November, includes high-level sessions, debates on the implementation of the Critical Raw Materials Act and panels dedicated to strategic projects, permitting acceleration, sustainable investment and new tools to build more robust and diversified supply chains.

A key space for European industry

Raw Materials Week has established itself as an essential meeting point for all stakeholders involved in the mining, metallurgical and technology sectors. Its main themes include:

• Strengthening European production of critical raw materials.

• Promoting circular models to reduce external dependence.

• Driving innovation in extraction, processing and recycling.

• Strengthening strategic international partnerships.

• Mobilising sustainable investment aligned with the EU’s climate objectives.

In a context where minerals such as tungsten, lithium or rare earths are essential for the energy transition and advanced technologies, this forum makes it possible to assess Europe’s progress towards a more autonomous, sustainable and competitive value chain.

An event closely followed by Abenójar Tungsten (ABT)

At Abenójar Tungsten (ABT) we closely follow the debates and developments that drive more responsible, efficient and strategic mining for Europe, especially at a key moment to ensure secure access to critical raw materials such as tungsten.

Abenójar Tungsten has reinforced its commitment to the cultural development of the region by sponsoring the 1st Winter Rally – Fúcares Rally, organized by the Cultural Association for the Defense of the Classic Vehicle (ACDVC) on February 15 and 16, 2025. This event had the institutional collaboration of the city councils of Almagro, Abenójar, and Almadén, as well as the Provincial Council of Ciudad Real.

Historical route with cultural value

The event recreated the historical route used to transport mercury from the mines of Almadén to the warehouses of Almagro, following paths that hold centuries of mining history. The Fuggers, a family of German merchants who settled in Spain between the 15th and 16th centuries, managed this commercial route that was vital to the economy of the Spanish Empire.

José Ángel Sánchez Maya, president of the ACDVC, highlighted that “this rally pays tribute to the industrial legacy that shaped the development of our region, bringing together mining tradition and a passion for classic cars.”

Commitment to cultural heritage

Abenójar Tungsten’s participation in this initiative reinforces its corporate social responsibility policy, which includes the preservation of the intangible cultural heritage related to mining activity in the southwest of the province of Ciudad Real.

The company considers it fundamental to support activities that highlight the rich mining history of the area, creating links between the industrial past and current technological development in the sector. This event represents an opportunity to spread knowledge about strategic mineral resources and their historical and economic importance.

Future prospects

The success of this first edition of the Fúcares Rally lays the foundation for future collaborations between the mining sector and cultural entities in the province.

With actions like this, the company demonstrates that modern mining is not only concerned with the responsible extraction of resources, but also with the active conservation of the cultural heritage associated with this ancient activity.

Fernando Araúz de Robles takes over as MMH commissioner | The sixth edition of this biennial event will take place from 20 to 22 October 2026 | Lifetime achievement awards presented to Ricardo Lain and Priscila Moreno.

Seville, 17 October 2024. – The 5th edition of the Mining and Minerals Hall, MMH 2024, which concluded today at the Seville Conference and Exhibition Centre (Fibes), has generated an estimated economic impact of €7.16 million for the city, 32.6% more than the €5.4 million recorded in the previous edition. This was announced by the commissioner of MMH 2024, Enrique Delgado, who added that the event welcomed more than 14,658 visitors over its three-day duration, representing an increase of 46.6% compared to 2022.

The event, organised by the Association of Mining-Metallurgical Exploration, Extraction, Processing, Auxiliary and Service Companies (AMINER) and Fibes, and which has already become an international benchmark for the mining industry, featured 257 exhibitors (50% more than in the previous edition) and 6,432 square metres of exhibition space (44% more). This edition saw 1,300 registered delegates (30% more), and 4,626 business contacts were made, in addition to project presentations and meetings between companies and organisations.

As for the Scientific Congress, held alongside the event to share the latest developments in a sector committed to research, technological innovation, and sustainability, it consisted of seven round tables, more than 60 conferences, and 15 presentations at the Innovation Hub. A total of 141 leading national and international speakers took part, representing a 22.6% increase compared to 2022.

“These are excellent figures that reflect the strong momentum currently experienced by our mining industry, as well as the commitment of companies, organisations, and institutions to sharing and showcasing the best of the sector with society,” stated Enrique Delgado.

The Minister of Industry, Energy and Mines of the Andalusian Regional Government, Jorge Paradela, who delivered the closing speech of the event, highlighted that “few trade fairs can say that they have grown by 50% in a single edition”, adding that “not only the figures, but also the overall impressions, demonstrate the success of this edition of MMH”.

“We must unite around the common goal of defending the role of 21st-century mining, built on the pillars of environmental commitment, positive social impact, the non-negotiable safety of workers, and innovation,” he stated. “We must ensure that it occupies the place it deserves, by promoting public-private collaboration in this strategic sector for energy autonomy, which represents a major opportunity for Andalusia, because everything begins with mining,” the minister concluded.

The new commissioner will be Fernando Araúz de Robles.

During the closing ceremony, Enrique Delgado handed over the role of MMH commissioner to his successor, Fernando Araúz de Robles, Director of Mining Permits and Project Development at Atalaya Mining. A senior mining engineer and a recognised figure in the sector, he has worked for several companies in the fields of metallic mining, ornamental rocks, and aggregates, and has served as Secretary General for Industry, Energy and Mines of the Andalusian Regional Government.

He will be responsible for organising MMH 2026 from this moment onwards, which, as announced this afternoon, will take place from 20 to 22 October 2026.

The new commissioner has accepted the appointment “with a sense of responsibility” and with the aim of consolidating MMH as the leading mining congress, following the substantial transformation it has undergone in its fifth edition.

Recognition for Enrique Delgado and MMH 2024 awards.

The handover ceremony included a recognition of Enrique Delgado for his effort and dedication during the preparation of MMH 2024. The Executive Manager of Aminer and Secretary General of MMH, Marta Cerati, and the Manager of Fibes, Antonio Castaño, presented him with a commemorative figure. The tribute included a profile highlighting his long and diverse professional career, as well as his involvement in representing Andalusian mining as Vice-President of Aminer.

In addition, during the closing ceremony, the MMH 2024 awards were presented, recognising the careers of individuals of acknowledged importance in the mining sector. In this edition, the awards were given to mining engineer and professor Ricardo Lain and former Aminer manager Priscila Moreno.

In his words of thanks, Ricardo Lain, who began his career working on oil platforms before discovering his early vocation for mining, expressed his pride that this professional interest has been inherited by his two daughters. He also emphasised that, alongside mining, to which he has devoted his life, teaching has been his second professional passion. Likewise, he highlighted his satisfaction at receiving the award from Luis Vega, President of Aminer, with whom he shares a close relationship.

For her part, Priscila Moreno (daughter of Francisco Moreno, founder of Aminer and one of the driving forces behind the Mining and Minerals Hall, of which he was Honorary President) has been an executive in the mining sector for three decades and has received recognition for her advocacy of the role of sustainable mining. After receiving the award from the Minister of Industry, Energy and Mines, Moreno expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the sector’s support and highlighted her pride in mining companies, “with whom I share this award and the honour of having served you, representing such a strategic sector as metallic mining, through an exemplary association such as Aminer, whose principles include promoting unity within the sector, sharing knowledge, and seeking continuous improvement,” she concluded.

About MMH

The 5th edition of the International Mining Exhibition was held at Fibes from 15 to 17 October 2024. It is a biennial event that showcases the latest developments, projects, and technological advances in the sector, as well as a parallel Scientific Congress focused on research and knowledge dissemination in the field of mineral raw materials. This edition also featured an Innovation Hub and an outreach area dedicated to students and families.

At a crucial moment for the mining industry, following the entry into force this year of the EU Critical Raw Materials Act, MMH 2024 has focused on highlighting the importance of minerals in everyday life and their essential role in achieving the energy and digital transitions that Europe is pursuing as part of the objectives of the Green Deal and the fight against climate change. The sector is experiencing a decisive period due to new regulatory policies aimed at encouraging production and processing in Europe in order to reduce dependence on third countries for the supply of these critical raw materials, which can only be obtained through mining activity.

SOURCE | MMH