Strategic direction
Setting priorities for working groups, events and knowledge initiatives that matter to members.
About Us
Learn about MIRA’s purpose, leadership, governance and commitment to responsible industry collaboration.
Who we are
Our Story
MIRA is an unincorporated association formed by its founding members on 12 February 2014 — the natural next step from a collaborative initiative that began in London in early 2012.
Subsequent to the RIMS 2012 meeting, two working parties collaborated in drafting a clear and coherent mining-specific policy wording and a claims protocol. The working groups were well represented by a diverse group of mining companies, insurers and related service providers. In the following months considerable progress was made on both of these initiatives.
The experience gained from this collaborative approach led the group to a better understanding of our respective industries and a realisation of how the industry can further improve by continuing to work together.
The long-term nature of this project led to the need to create an environment that would support the continuation of this group and other related projects in the future.
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2012
Initiative begins
Collaborative discussions start in London following RIMS 2012.
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2012–2013
Working parties form
Industry groups draft mining-specific wordings and a claims protocol.
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2014
MIRA established
Founding members formally create the association to sustain collaboration.
Leadership
Leadership & The Board
MIRA is guided by experienced industry leaders who oversee strategy, governance and the delivery of member initiatives across the mining insurance market.
Guided by the market, for the market
Our Executive Board brings together insurers, reinsurers, brokers, mining companies and specialist service providers to set priorities, uphold governance standards and keep MIRA focused on practical industry outcomes.
Meet the Executive BoardTransparent governance
Ensuring MIRA operates clearly, fairly and in line with its Articles of Association.
Industry collaboration
Supporting non-commercial cooperation that improves practice across the mining insurance community.
Collaboration
Working Groups
Member-led working groups collaborate on practical industry initiatives — from wordings and claims protocols to emerging risk topics — helping shape better outcomes for the mining insurance community.
How we collaborate
Practical groups. Shared outcomes.
MIRA working groups bring together specialists from across the market to develop tools, guidance and frameworks that members can use with confidence.
Wordings
Developing clear, mining-specific policy wordings that support consistent market practice.
Claims Protocol
Advancing practical claims frameworks that improve communication and outcomes for all parties.
Technical Topics
Sharing insight on emerging risks, regulation and technical subjects affecting mining insurance.
Governance
Governance & Policies
Key documents and information that guide how MIRA is organised, how members participate, and how we uphold responsible market conduct.
Our Governance Framework
Three pillars that define how MIRA is structured, how members work together, and how leadership is accountable.
Articles of Association
MIRA’s management and members are governed by the MIRA Articles of Association.
Read MoreAnti Trust Policy
MIRA is committed to effective competition in the Mining Market and will not allow its meetings, organisation or facilities to be used for any illegal, unlawful or anti-competitive purposes.
Read MoreExecutive Board Members
Meet the current Executive Board, including James Fryer (Chairman) and Tom Holliday (Treasurer), alongside representatives from across the market.
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In focus
Video of Our Work
See how MIRA members collaborate to improve mining insurance practice through shared knowledge, working groups and industry events.
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Global reach
MIG Regions
MIRA’s Mining Insurance Groups support regional engagement and knowledge sharing across key mining markets worldwide.
MIG North America
Connecting mining insurance professionals across the North American market.
MIG Australia
Supporting collaboration and insight across the Australian mining insurance community.
South America
Engaging members and partners across key South American mining markets.
EMEA
Facilitating regional dialogue across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Our commitments
Responsible Business
MIRA is committed to conducting its activities responsibly — supporting fair competition, ethical collaboration and positive industry outcomes for members and stakeholders.
Sustainability
We recognise the growing importance of environmental and social considerations in mining risk and encourage knowledge sharing that supports sustainable industry practice.
Modern Slavery Act
MIRA takes a clear stance against modern slavery and supports awareness of supply-chain and labour risks relevant to the mining and insurance industries.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We welcome participation from a diverse community of professionals and aim to foster an inclusive environment where members can collaborate respectfully and effectively.
Ethical collaboration
All MIRA activity is conducted on a non-commercial basis, with clear expectations that members uphold competition law and responsible business standards.