Events

Join us in March 2026 in Toronto, Canada, for Project Blue's Critical Materials Forum, hosted in association with Fasken alongside the PDAC Convention.

This premier forum will convene leading industry experts, decision-makers, and key stakeholders to examine emerging trends, risks, and opportunities shaping the global critical materials landscape.

Project Blue welcomes you to join us at our Critical Materials Conference: EV & Battery 2026 in Berlin on February 24-25.

Join industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers at Project Blue’s EV & Battery 2026 conference in Berlin. Over two days, we’ll explore the technologies, markets, and supply chains driving the future of mobility and energy storage. Gain insights, make connections, and shape the conversations that matter for the global battery economy.

Who Should Attend: Executives, analysts, and decision-makers across the EV, battery, and critical materials value chains — from mining and refining to OEMs, technology providers, and policymakers.

What to Expect

• Two days of expert-led presentations and interactive discussions

• Global and European outlooks on the EV and battery supply chain

• Deep dives into key materials including lithium, cobalt, nickel, manganese, graphite, and rare earth elements

• Insights into evolving technologies such as cathode and anode advancements

• Focused sessions on policy, pricing trends, and financing Europe’s energy ambitions

• Interactive upstream and downstream roundtables

• Multiple networking opportunities — breakfasts, lunches, and an evening reception

Join Project Blue and Investec in Cape Town for an exclusive networking event alongside the 2026 Mining Indaba.

Set against the scenic backdrop of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, this is a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, market analysts, and decision-makers shaping the future of mining and critical materials.

Whether you're attending the Indaba or simply in town for the week, this is an opportunity to exchange insights, expand your network, and engage in meaningful conversations with our team on the ground.

Attendance is free, but space is limited — register now to secure your place.

Project Blue returns to Tokyo on 4 December 2025 for our Critical Materials Forum — a key gathering for industry professionals navigating the fast-evolving landscape of electric vehicles, batteries, and the raw materials driving the energy transition.

This year’s forum will feature expert-led discussions, market insights, and networking opportunities focused on the supply chains and strategies shaping the future of mobility and energy storage.

Attendance is free, but places are limited. Register now to secure your spot and be part of the conversation. 

Join Project Blue and industry leaders for detailed market presentations and valuable networking as we discuss the outlook for critical material supply chains.

Join Project Blue for an exclusive, in-person event in Washington, D.C., where industry leaders, analysts, and stakeholders will gather to explore the evolving landscape of critical materials and energy transition supply chains.

Join Project Blue, the MMTA and market participants from across the mining and metals sector on Tuesday 14 October, during LME Week, for an afternoon of presentations, market discussion and networking drinks.

Following a successful conference in September 2024, Project Blue is delighted to confirm that we will host our Critical Materials Conference: Ferroalloys 2025 in Johannesburg on September 8-10.

Join us again in Johannesburg for a dynamic program featuring the latest insights on supply, demand, and pricing trends in the ferroalloys sector.

Reconnect with industry professionals across the supply chain, strengthen your existing relationships, and explore new business opportunities throughout the event.

Join Project Blue's copper experts Erik Sardain, Ying Lu and Thomas Batho on Wednesday 9 July for our analysis of the copper costs landscape.