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 meetings programme.
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 new geological concepts across the minerals sector.
Through a series of pre-arranged one-on-one meetings, investors will gain early access to companies that have completed the BHP Xplor programme and are preparing for their next stage of growth.
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.
Efficient, focused meetings
121 Mining Investment’s proven one-on-one meeting format allows investors to spend their time with the companies most relevant to their investment strategy.
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.
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.
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