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Meet Anup Roula, a lead structural engineer, based in our Johannesburg, South Africa, office.     Anup is known for his dedication to fostering equal opportunities and commitment to mentoring younger generations. He is passionate about making a meaningful impact in people’s lives, encouraging them to apply the lessons they've learned to grow and thrive independently.     His colleagues describe him as an incredible role model and is admired for his dedication to developing junior engineers and helping them realize their full potential.     Anup was one of the recipients of the 2025 Positive Change Awards, a global award that recognizes employees in Hatch who have contributed to our organization’s progress and who actively work towards strengthening our diverse teams.     Well done, Anup!     Read more about how Lucia is igniting innovation through inclusivity: https://lnkd.in/gjcVkFbW #InspirationAlly #PositiveChange #HatchInclusion

In the latest chapter of Hatch’s Build Better Batteries series, Ashleigh Warren and Steven Angel dive deep into a critical challenge in battery innovation: the gap between ambition and execution. From mismatched lab-to-field data to premature scaling, this blog identifies six recurring failure patterns that quietly derail battery projects—and offers actionable strategies to avoid them. Whether you're a manufacturer, project leader, or innovator, this is your roadmap to smarter, more resilient battery systems. Ashleigh and Steven share practical insights on managing risk during scale-up, aligning financial and technical runways, and the power of integrated pilot testing: https://lnkd.in/gqmKfX8V #BuildBetterBatteries #BatteryTech #EnergyTransition #EVs #CleanEnergy #Manufacturing #Sustainability #BatteryInnovation

South Africa’s steel industry is under pressure.    Production has declined by 24% over the past decade, driven by aging infrastructure, rising energy costs, and global competition.    But there’s a path forward.    In our new blog, Khanyisani Makhanya, Consultant in Hatch’s Advisory practice, and Lana Van Wyk, Advisory Principal, explore how scrap-based electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking can help decarbonize the sector, create jobs, and strengthen local value chains.    Every 1,000 tons of locally produced steel contributes R9.2 million to GDP and supports six jobs. The opportunity is clear.    Read the full blog to learn how South Africa can lead the transition to a cleaner, more competitive steel industry: https://lnkd.in/gXhQNYc4   #GreenSteel #Steelmaking #SouthAfrica #Decarbonization #CircularEconomy #HatchAdvisory 

In the ever-evolving landscape of upstream oil and gas, innovation is key. We are dedicated to engineering solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and ensure the responsible extraction of resources. Let's pioneer a sustainable upstream future.    Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gX-ZjXxP    #UpstreamEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability

Tailings Talks continues, this time from Lima, Peru!  In our latest episode, Waseem Abou-Marie is joined by Fabiola Ivo Sartini and Ian McKechnie to unpack a crucial topic: transitioning tailings operations through mine closure.    You’ll hear insights on:  ✅ GISTM and evolving compliance expectations  ✅ Legacy data gaps and tech-enabled planning  ✅ Using HITM and digital tools to streamline closure operations    Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/gADUYfHH   #TailingsTalks #MineClosure #DigitalTailings #HITM #GISTM #MiningInnovation 

The US$3.1 billion expansion of the Alumar alumina refinery in São Luís, Brazil, doubled the refinery’s production capacity while setting new benchmarks in safety and technological innovation. This massive effort saw the facility’s output grow from 1.75 to 3.5 million tonnes per annum and pushed the boundaries of what is possible in industrial projects. Tasked with managing engineering, procurement, and construction management, a team of 600 experts across seven global Hatch offices worked together to harness 3D modeling and ensure precision in the design and construction phases. The technology allowed for better visualization and coordination of the 80,000 cubic meters of concrete, 27,000 tonnes of steel, 240,000 meters of piping, and 3.5 million meters of cable that were used in the project.  The project’s social and economic impacts were also significant, providing jobs for 13,000 people, with 70% hailing from the local Maranhão region, injecting economic vitality into the area. Read more about the world’s largest alumina expansion here: https://lnkd.in/g-8HM8EB #SignatureProjects #EngineeringExcellence #Mining #Innovation

We've been featured in the latest Environmental Business International, Inc. Journal Global Markets Review, where Matthew Cramer and Mimi Ginger Wilde, P. Eng. shared how our teams are helping clients navigate the complex intersection of sustainability, decarbonization, and nuclear innovation.    From supporting the development of small modular reactors (SMRs) and fusion energy to advancing deep geological repositories for nuclear waste, we’re helping shape a resilient, low-carbon future. Our integrated approach—combining deep nuclear expertise with environmental and sustainability strategies—ensures that every solution is globally informed and locally grounded.    - Nuclear energy as a net-zero enabler  - Regional sustainability strategies tailored to local realities  - Innovations in project delivery, digital tools, and modular infrastructure  - A just transition that puts people and communities first    As the world accelerates toward net-zero, Hatch is committed to delivering safe, scalable, and sustainable solutions that meet the energy needs of today—and tomorrow.    Click through to read the feature. Find out more in the EBJ Global Markets 2025 issue.    #NetZero #NuclearEnergy #Sustainability #SMRs #Fusion #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalLeadership 

In July, we participated in Minería Digital 2025 in Santiago, Chile—an event that brought together over 800 industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in technological innovation. Our experts Yale Zhang and Yael Valdez Navarro delivered two key presentations on the use of digital twins and AI solutions in open-pit mining: - Advancing Open-Pit Mining Efficiency: A Digital Twin Framework for Production Forecasting and Optimization -AI-powered Decision Solutions for Mining Operations: From Predictive and Prescriptive AI to Generative AI We also hosted a networking cocktail in collaboration with Quintil Valley, where we discussed the evolution of IROCs (Integrated Remote Operations Centers) and our approach to AI-powered collaborative decision-making. #HatchConferences #IROC #MiningInnovation #MineríaDigital2025

#Throwback to this year’s Future Minerals Forum (FMF), where our Vice Chair, Joe H. Lombard, represented Hatch on a panel exploring the importance of building local industrial ecosystems—like smelter clusters. With over 20,000 participants from 170+ countries, FMF was a powerful platform for global dialogue on the future of minerals, innovation, and collaboration for a more sustainable world. 🎧 Tune in to hear the insights: https://lnkd.in/gjadVrAP #Metals #FMF25 #FutureMineralsForum #Mining #Sustainability

We’re proud to share that we've joined upcell Alliance—a growing network committed to building a more competitive, sustainable, and innovative  battery industry. The future of energy starts with collaboration. By partnering with Upcell, we’re joining forces with leading innovators across Europe and beyond to strengthen the entire battery value chain from R&D to real-world integration.    This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to:  - Integrated cell manufacturing and battery material project success  - Accelerating sustainable battery production  - Supporting local supply chains and resilient gigafactory ecosystems  - Bringing global engineering expertise to solve regional challenges    As demand surges, the opportunity to shape a smarter battery future is now. We’re ready to contribute through delivery models that scale, partnerships built on trust, and the technical depth needed to design and integrate better battery plants.    We’re excited to be part of this alliance and to help power what comes next. Read about this announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gfmpTJqW   #UpcellAlliance #BatteryManufacturing #Gigafactory #CleanEnergy #SustainableMobility #HatchIsBuiltToPower