In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, Executive Consultant Ian Glacken interviews Senior Mining Consultant Pedro Ladeira on a topic that’s often overlooked—but critically important: fixed costs in strategic mine planning.
This podcast at a glance:
00:00 – Introduction: Why fixed costs matter in mine planning
01:00 – How variable costs are typically applied in mine plans
02:20 – What are conditional fixed costs and why they matter
03:50 – Impact of fixed costs on strategic planning and scheduling
05:10 – Reclaiming low-grade stockpiles and the role of fixed cost reduction
06:30 – Fixed vs variable costs in processing plants
07:45 – Stockpiling strategy and mine life optimisation
08:50 – When to start accounting for fixed costs in planning
09:30 – Final thoughts: Using fixed costs to optimise your NPV
This is a must-listen for anyone involved in mine planning, financial modelling, or operational strategy.
If you would like to contact Pedro or Ian: contact@snowdenoptiro.com
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Snowden Optiro is a resources consulting and advisory group that provides independent advice, consulting and training to mining and exploration companies, their advisors and investors.
We help mine developers to advance their projects, mining companies to improve their operations and their professionals, and investors to de-risk their investments by the provision of quality advice, training and software in the field of Mineral Resources and Mineral/Ore Reserves.
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