Mining companies are under pressure to extract more ore, reduce surface tailings, improve underground safety, and operate more sustainably — but traditional backfill systems are struggling to keep up.
In this Mining Now episode, our industry experts Leslie Correira, Paul Carmicheal and James Keat break down how modern mine backfill systems are transforming underground mining operations around the world. From pastefill technology and cemented rock fill systems to large-scale integrated mine infrastructure, this conversation reveals why mine backfill has become one of the most critical parts of modern mining engineering.
They discuss the future of underground mining, tailings management, paste plants, and evolving backfill technologies. The team explores how integrated backfill systems improve mine stability and environmental performance, and why operations like Kamoa-Kakula, Media Luna, Geita, Cozamin, and Fruta del Norte are setting new industry standards.
You’ll also discover how advances in pumping systems, pipe technology, CFD modelling, instrumentation, and binder alternatives are helping mines scale production while maintaining safety and sustainability.
Whether you work in mining engineering, mine operations, underground infrastructure, tailings management, or mineral processing, this episode delivers valuable insights into where the mining industry is heading next.
Watch the full episode now to learn how Paterson & Cooke is helping redefine the future of mine backfill systems and sustainable underground mining.
