PRIMO
Planning and Rapid Integrated Mine Optimization (PRIMO)
The design and scheduling of open cut mines can be optimized using commercially available software. However in the case of underground mines, no such optimization tools are currently available. This is partly due to the variability in design problems encountered in underground mines and also due to the complexity of underground design and planning process. There is a recognized need for improved software tools to support the planning, design and operation of underground mines that would greatly enhance the process and efficiency of operations in relation to long term planning and design. PRIMO is a global consortium research project lead by Amira International and MIRARCO and aims at fulfilling this shortage in optimized methodologies and software tools.