partners involved

In a collaborative effort to redefine mineral exploration, UNDERCOVER unites a diverse consortium of 16 partners from five European countries (Finland, Germany, France, Portugal, Czechia) as well as Canada and Namibia.

Meet our partners

The consortium brings together mining industries, exploration firms, SMEs, academia, and research institutions, with a multidisciplinary research team of industry exploration geologists, leading scientists, and geophysics experts whose advanced methodologies are key to uncovering concealed mineral resources.

Through shared expertise and resources, UNDERCOVER bridges gaps in knowledge, technology, and policy — creating a platform for innovation and collaboration that sets new global standards for responsible and sustainable mineral exploration.

Coordinator of the project

GTK, the Geological Survey of Finland, provides research and services to support industries, academias, and the wider society to accelerate the transition to a sustainable and carbon-neutral world. GTK is the coordinator of the UNDERCOVER project.

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LGI Sustainable Innovation is an independent SME committed to promoting innovation as a vector of solutions to global climate, environmental and societal challenges. LGI has built lasting relationships with more than 500 partners around the world to innovate in a positive and impactful way.

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The BRGM (Bureau of Geological and Mining Research) is France's leading public institution dedicated to geological research and sustainable mineral resources management. Its mission is to manage land and subsoil resources and risks with a focus on sustainable development.

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LNEG, the National Laboratory of Energy and Geology, is a Portugese research institution specialised in Energy, Geology and Geological Resources. LNEG seeks to apply science in advanced solutions that allow the leverage of Portugese economy.

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The Institute of Geophysics is a Czech public research institution whose mission is to conduct fundamental and applied research in the Earth sciences, to maintain a network of Earth observation facilities, and to engage in education and informing the public on scientific issues of high societal importance.

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The IPHT, Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology, develops light-based solutions that address key societal challenges in the fields of health, medicine, environment, energy, and security — solutions that make life safer, healthier, and more sustainable.

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The National Institute of Scientific Research (INRS) in Canada, is dedicated to research and graduate education. It advances fundamental and applied multidisciplinary research in strategic sectors. INRS promotes synergy and interdisciplinarity in such spheres as sustainable energy, natural resources, health, and many more.

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With some 42,500 students, the University of Münster is one of the largest universities in Germany. As a research-oriented university, it boasts some 30 research centres. The University promotes cutting-edge research in mathematics, the humanities and social sciences, the natural sciences and life sciences.

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Technische Universität Berlin is an active participant in Berlin, an international metropolis and outstanding centre of science. The University places significant importance on developing science and technology for the benefit of society.

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The University of Évora, in Portugal, is a centre for the creation, transmission and diffusion of culture, science and technology. It is also part of EU GREEN alliance of universities which places social responsibility at the centre of its mission.

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Ongwe is a privately funded exploration company focused on gold and green metal exploration in Southern Africa. Ongwe runs existing mining sites and develops new ones with an ultimate view of adding value through systematic data driven exploration.

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Latitude 66 Cobalt Oy (Lat66) is an exploration and mine development company based in Northern Finland. Since 2017, the company has unlocked the potential of the Kuusamo Schist Belt by making new discoveries and growing resource inventory.

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Redcorp is a mining company operating in Portugal, specializing in the exploration and development of polymetallic projects. Committed to an innovative approach, it combines hyperspectral technologies and artificial intelligence to modernize exploration and enhance the value of local resources.

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Cluster Portugal Mineral Resources promotes the sustainable valorisation of mineral resources by driving exports, innovation, investment, and cooperation while strengthening technical and management skills. It views the mineral sector as a strategic asset for Portugal's sustainable economy.

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Supracon develops and manufactures components for ultra-sensitive measuring systems, such as SQUID (Superconducting Quantum Interference Device) sensors. In recent years, these systems have been successfully adopted by the geophysical exploration community, contributing to the discovery of new ore deposits.

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Smart Seismic Solutions, called «S³», is an agile and adaptable Geoscience Company deploying high-end technologies and high-skilled people in any kind of environment. Its task is to acquire the geophysic data necessary to highly strategic decisions.