Montreal, QC – May 6, 2025 – The Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) and Ramjack Technology Solutions (Ramjack) have officially signed a Strategic Alliance Agreement to support the advancement and commercialization of innovative mining technologies, both in Canada and internationally.
Under this agreement, CEMI—which manages the Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network, a pan-Canadian initiative focused on modernizing mining—will collaborate closely with Ramjack, a leading mining technology integrator with a global footprint.
The partnership will focus on ecosystem engagement, commercialization support, technology promotion, and knowledge-sharing initiatives that benefit mining stakeholders in both regions. "We’re incredibly grateful for CEMI’s support as we continue to pioneer integrated mining technology solutions worldwide,” said Mike Jackson, CEO, Ramjack. “This partnership marks a powerful step toward bridging innovation with real-world deployment—connecting visionary Canadian breakthroughs with global mining operations ready for transformation."
“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Ramjack in supporting the development and commercialization of transformative mining solutions,” said Chamirai Charles Nyabeze, Director of the MICA Network. “This partnership reinforces our shared commitment to improving productivity, sustainability, and global competitiveness in the mining industry through open collaboration.”
The partnership will also facilitate introductions between MICA member companies and Ramjack, opening doors for Canadian innovators to access broader markets and connect with real-time mining solutions used across the globe. This agreement builds on CEMI’s mission to close the innovation and commercialization gap in mining, and Ramjack’s commitment to deploying world-class solutions that improve safety, enhance sustainability, and increase productivity.
About MICA Network
The Mining Innovation Commercialization Accelerator (MICA) Network is a pan-Canadian initiative bringing together stakeholders from across sectors to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative mining technologies. MICA’s core objectives are to modernize mining, improve productivity and environmental performance, strengthen the Canadian mineral supply chain, and increase both domestic and export sales for Canadian innovators.
About CEMI
Established in 2007, the Centre for Excellence in Mining Innovation (CEMI) is headquartered in Sudbury, Ontario, and is committed to advancing commercially viable mining innovations. CEMI works to help mining companies close the innovation-to-commercialization gap, improve safety and sustainability, and deliver greater returns on investment.
About Ramjack Technology Solutions
Ramjack Technology Solutions is a specialized system integrator formed to support global mining operations by monitoring, managing and optimizing anything that matters in real time. With a vast range of experience in mining technology and long-standing, strategic partnerships with the world’s best mining technology manufacturers from across the globe, Ramjack provides a suite of best-of-breed solutions and specialized services that solve the key operational challenges that mines face today - improving safety, enhancing sustainability and increasing productivity.
