Improving Blast Outcomes in Challenging Geologies | Webinar Recording
Geology plays a critical role in blast performance. This webinar unpacks how geological variability impacts fragmentation, flyrock and air blast — and how a more adaptive, data-driven approach can improve results. Explore practical methods to assess ground conditions and see how BME solutions like AXXIS and Innovex support better control, predictability and efficiency. Watch the […]
BME ignites hope, builds resilience, and fosters thriving communities
BME, a leading blasting solutions specialist, is transforming lives in South Africa’s mining communities through its flagship Blasting Assistant Trainee Programme – a powerful demonstration of how purposeful corporate social investment (CSI) can drive sustainable and inclusive growth. “Rooted in Omnia Holdings’ ethos of creating shared value for communities, our CSI programme focuses on extending […]
BME’s Nishen Hariparsad on the Future of Mining Technology
Technology is rapidly transforming mining across Africa, with advancements in automation, artificial intelligence, and digitalisation driving safer, more efficient, and sustainable operations. BME, a division of the Omnia Group, contributed to this industry conversation through Nishen Hariparsad, who joined Mining Review Africa’s webinar, “Tech Talk: Creating the Mine of the Future.” Hosted by Mining Review Africa in partnership with […]
MNK BME turns transmission oil into top-tier blasting with big ESG gains
MNK BME, a joint venture (JV) between Indonesia’s PT Multi Nitrotama Kimia (MNK) and BME Indonesia, has successfully implemented the reuse of used transmission oil as a fuel agent in emulsion explosive (EE) formulations, delivering this innovation directly to Indonesia’s mining sector. Khiva Haidar Shauma Tassno, Laboratory Technician at MNK BME, explained that incorporating recycled […]
Building Resilient Supply Chains in a Disrupted World
In a time of increasing global uncertainty, supply chain resilience has become critical to sustaining both mining operations and agricultural productivity. In this interview with Engineering News & Mining Weekly, Seelan Gobalsamy, CEO of Omnia, shares insights into how the Group is navigating current disruptions while maintaining reliable supply to customers. As part of Omnia, BME plays a key […]
Strengthening mining value chains to maximise Africa’s mineral resources
By: Seelan Gobalsamy, CEO of the Omnia Group, Ralf Hennecke, Managing Director – BME, Nishen Hariparsad, General Manager for Marketing and Technology – BME and Lefa Masiuana, General Manager: Metallurgy – BME. With global investment in Africa’s mining sector having dipped in recent years, industry players, governments and communities must work together to restore investor […]
Advanced blasting supports sustainable mining
African Mining Indaba in Cape Town – with Omnia Holdings company BME’s teams from its blasting solutions and mining chemicals divisions on hand to offer their insights. According to Dr Ramesh Dhoorgapersadh, General Manager: Operational Excellence & SHERQ at BME, mining players in Africa are responding to the rapidly evolving environmental, social and governance (ESG) […]
BME Metallurgy drives green chemistry for sustainable mining
Environmentally responsible chemical practices demand an integrated approach from mines, across the mining value chain, with hydrometallurgy included, according to Daniel Verwey, Business Development Manager at Omnia Holdings company BME Metallurgy. Verwey said mining companies are increasingly searching for practical ways to reduce the risks associated with chemicals in applications, such as leaching, flotation, metal […]
BME proves a unique solution for colloidal silica in leaching
Metallurgy has succeeded in developing and applying an innovative solution that promises potential in other commodity segments. According to Daniel Verwey, Business Development Manager at BME Metallurgy, colloidal silica can cause serious operational issues in hydrometallurgical plants and particularly in solvent extraction. “For many years, process plants have grappled with the impacts of silica, a […]
Video: BME Mining Technical Summit Event
Watch the full BME Technical Summit 2025 recording from 22 October 2025, where global mining leaders and experts discussed cutting-edge blasting technology, digital mining solutions, and operational excellence. Discover key insights on sustainability, safety innovations, responsible business practices, and technology-driven performance—all reflecting BME’s dedication to integrity, innovation, and long-term value in mining. BME sets industry […]