Nuton wins 2025 Mining Magazine Award for technology & innovation

The mining world just recognized a radical shift in copper production. Nuton earned Mining Magazine‘s 2025 Technology & Innovation Award, validating its pioneering bioleaching process and its immediate, positive impact on the copper sector’s environmental profile.

The award acknowledges Nuton’s superior performance, rapid on-site deployment, and advanced bioleaching technology. The award judges declare, “In a world of falling grades, a process that can make copper sulphides economically attractive is a massive achievement.”

In celebration of the Mining Award for Technology & Innovation award, Nuton CEO Adam Burley sat down with Mining Magazine’s Dominic Hale to discuss the evolution of copper production. Watch the full conversation below.

The annual Mining Magazine Awards recognize outstanding achievements, projects and technologies. They cover various categories such as Mineral Processing, Drill & Blast, Bulk Handling and Net Zero Achievement, honoring companies and individuals for their innovation, efficiency and safety advancements.