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Author: Charlie Stephenson

  • Briefing on Modern Project Management and Construction Transformation

    Executive Summary Major capital projects across the infrastructure, construction, and mining sectors are historically plagued by significant underperformance, consistently failing to meet budget and schedule forecasts. Analysis reveals that the root causes are not technical but are deeply embedded systemic failures, including inadequate upfront planning, weak governance, a deficit of specialized expertise, ineffective procurement, and…

  • Financing Mining Projects: Methods and Considerations

    Executive Summary The global economy is at a critical juncture, defined by an escalating and unprecedented demand for critical minerals. This surge is fueled by the intertwined megatrends of the energy transition, the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and high-technology manufacturing, and evolving defense requirements. However, this demand is colliding with a deeply challenging supply…

  • The Economics of Commodity Trading Firms

    Briefing Document: The Intricacies of Commodity Trading This briefing document provides a comprehensive overview of commodity trading, drawing on various expert sources to illuminate its fundamental nature, operational mechanisms, inherent risks, firm structures, and broader economic significance. It aims to explain an activity often misunderstood, highlighting its crucial role in the global supply chain. 1.…