A collection of 63 papers, revised and updated from original papers included in past AusIMM Mill Operators' and MetPlant conference series, many of them keynotes.

All papers have been thoughtfully chosen for their ongoing relevance to good design and operation, including a number of new papers which have been written specifically for this publication. This volume provides a unique resource for professionals at all career stages, whether working in design, construction or the operation of metallurgical processing plants. It is a must have for every resources professional's book shelf.The selected papers do not have an 'expiry date' and pass on relevant experience and inspiration to the next generation of plant designers and operators.

The publication is presented in nine carefully assigned themed chapters:

1. Overview
2. Geometallurgy
3. Project economics
4. Project design
5. Project management and delivery
6. Unit design and development
7. Sampling, metallurgical accounting and control
8. Environmental management and sustainability
9. Process improvements and case studies.