Agnico Eagle Meadowbank Mine Planning and Ore Control Case Study

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Agnico Eagle Meadowbank Mine Planning and Ore Control Case Study

How Agnico Eagle implemented GEOVIA GEMS SQL, MineSched, and Whittle to improve pit design, ore control, and life-of-mine scheduling at its Meadowbank gold mine.

Published

June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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This case study details the Meadowbank mine's transition to GEOVIA software for integrated mine design, production scheduling, and geological modeling. It covers the implementation of GEMS SQL for pit and road design, Whittle for pit optimization, and MineSched for scenario analysis and material management. Results include a $1.4 million reduction in hauling costs, a 70,000-ounce increase in gold output, and faster reserve updates.

Key takeaways

Implemented GEMS SQL, MineSched, and Whittle with onsite training for in-house planning

Optimized in-pit dump design increased capacity by 1.7 million tonnes and saved $1.4 million

Rapid scenario analysis reduced life-of-mine evaluation time from weeks to minutes

Ore control module improved grade accuracy and increased output by 70,000 ounces

Eliminated four contractor haul trucks through accurate material scheduling

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