Access a highly curated pipeline
Every company participating has been selected for the BHP Xplor programme based on the strength of its geological concept and growth potential.
BHP Xplor x 121 Mining Investment
Meet the next generation of mineral discoveries
BHP Xplor and 121 Mining Investment are bringing together the 2026 Xplor cohort and a select group of active mining investors for an exclusive one-day networking event.
This is the first opportunity for investors to meet the latest group of exploration companies selected for BHP's global accelerator programme and hear directly from the management teams advancing innovative geological concepts across the minerals sector.
More than a showcase, this is an opportunity to be in the room with active investors, exploration leaders and industry decision-makers actively seeking the next significant mineral discovery. Throughout the day, attendees will have the chance to build relationships, exchange ideas and uncover investment opportunities through high-value conversations in an exclusive, invitation-only environment.
Designed to connect capital with innovation, the event provides unparalleled access to tomorrow's exploration success stories before they reach the wider market.
Why attend?
Meet management teams before the wider market
Engage directly with CEOs and technical leaders as they present their projects, progress and future plans.
Organic Networking
121 Mining Investment brings together mining companies, investors and industry leaders in an environment designed to spark meaningful conversations, build valuable relationships and create new business opportunities.
Discover tomorrow’s opportunities today
Gain exposure to emerging exploration stories at a stage where new discoveries and value creation potential can be most significant.
About BHP Xplor
BHP Xplor is a nine month global minerals exploration accelerator designed to support early stage mineral exploration companies with promising concepts.
Participants receive US$500,000 in non-dilutive funding alongside technical, commercial and operational support from BHP and industry specialists. The programme is designed to help accelerate exploration concepts and advance projects that could contribute to future mineral supply.
The 2026 cohort represents the latest group of companies selected to take part in the programme.
Meet the 2026 BHP Xplor cohort
Hear from the cohort
Discovery Genomics
Mineural
Litchfield
Orion
Otrera Resources
PT GeoFix Indonesia
RadiXplore
Utah GS
VectOres
Frontier X
Why BHP Xplor and 121 Mining Investment?
This partnership combines BHP’s hand selected pipeline of early stage exploration companies with 121 Mining Investment’s industry leading meetings platform and investor network.
Together, we create a focused showcase event that helps the Xplor cohort build visibility, develop investor relationships and access the capital needed to continue advancing their projects beyond the programme.
Register your interest
Join a select group of active mining investors and be among the first to meet the BHP Xplor 2026 cohort.
Frequently asked questions
The BHP Xplor x 121 Mining Investment event is an exclusive one-day networking event, bringing together the 2026 BHP Xplor cohort with a select group of active mining investors, industry leaders and decision-makers. Designed to foster meaningful conversations and valuable new connections, it provides a unique opportunity to engage with the people actively seeking the next generation of mineral discoveries and investment opportunities.
The event brings together companies participating in the 2026 BHP Xplor programme and a curated audience of active mining investors looking to discover early stage opportunities.
BHP Xplor is a nine month global minerals exploration accelerator that supports early stage exploration companies with promising geological concepts. Participants receive US$500,000 in non dilutive funding, alongside technical, commercial and operational support from BHP and industry specialists.
Investors will gain early access to a highly curated group of exploration companies before they are widely known to the market. The event provides direct access to management teams and the opportunity to evaluate emerging mineral discoveries at an early stage.
Every company has been selected for the BHP Xplor programme based on the strength of its geological concept and growth potential, making this a highly curated pipeline of opportunities.
The programme combines thought-provoking content sessions with dedicated networking throughout the day, creating multiple opportunities to engage with fellow attendees in a relaxed, deal-focused environment.
With just ten BHP Xplor companies and a carefully selected audience of senior, active mining investors, the event is deliberately intimate, ensuring every conversation has the potential to lead to meaningful relationships and future investment opportunities. Whether during presentations, networking breaks or informal discussions, attendees will be surrounded by the people actively looking to discover and support the next generation of mineral projects.
Meetings will typically be with CEOs, founders and technical leaders who can provide first hand insights into their projects, progress and future plans.
The participating companies are early stage exploration businesses that have completed or are completing the BHP Xplor programme and are preparing for their next stage of growth.
No. Attendance is limited to a select group of active mining investors to ensure high quality meetings and meaningful discussions.
Yes. Networking is a core part of the event experience. Alongside the content sessions, there will be dedicated networking breaks designed to encourage meaningful conversations in an exclusive, deal-focused environment. With a carefully curated audience of senior mining executives, active investors and industry leaders, attendees will have ample opportunity to build valuable relationships, exchange ideas and explore potential investment opportunities throughout the day.
The partnership combines BHP's hand selected pipeline of exploration companies with 121 Mining Investment's industry leading one-on-one meetings platform and investor network, creating a focused environment for relationship building and deal making.
Simply complete the registration of interest form. Our team will review your application and contact you with further details if your profile matches the event criteria.
Attendance details will be provided upon approval. Registration is subject to qualification and capacity.
The 2026 BHP Xplor cohort will be announced by BHP. Approved investors will receive updates as participating companies are confirmed.
The cohort will include exploration companies advancing a range of mineral opportunities aligned with future mineral supply needs. Specific commodities will depend on the final 2026 BHP Xplor cohort.
