RPM announces ARDEF as Solution Partner in Turkey

BRISBANE, Australia (August, 26 2015) – RungePincockMinarco (RPM) has today expanded its global footprint by entering into a strategic business partner agreement with Turkey based ARDEF Mine Machinery Energy & Trading Incorporation (ARDEF). ARDEF has over 15 years of experience in providing technology and advisory solutions for mining customers across Turkey and was a clear choice as strategic business partner for RPM moving forward in the region.

Working closely with RPM’s global software and advisory teams, ARDEF will leverage their understanding of local customer requirements and industry pain points to provide comprehensive software and advisory solutions to customers in Turkey.

Commenting on the strategic partnership, RPM’s Executive General Manager – Advisory Services, Philippe Baudry said “We are pleased to announce our latest Solution Partner, ARDEF. This partnership will ensure our presence in Turkey continues to grow and we maintain an intimate understanding of the issues facing the region. ARDEF has a strong reputation of exceeding customer requirements due to superior industry knowledge and I am confident that our customers will greatly benefit from this partnership for years to come.”

“We are currently conducting road shows across the country and the feedback has been extremely positive. In the coming weeks we will continue to showcase RPM’s services and solutions to local companies and we encourage our existing and future customers to make contact with ARDEF to ensure we have the opportunity to meet with you.”

ARDEF’s Chairman, Aykan Daskin said “This partnership is very valuable for our territory. I would like to thank RPM and Mr Baudry for their confidence in our country and our Company. Turkey has a great exploration and mining potential and should attract the interests of reputable mining companies. After the introduction of the new mining code and regulations, most of the mines are now looking for sustainability and efficiency taking into consideration the importance of mine safety and environmental protection. I believe RPM Advisory and Software Services’ worldwide experience and reputation will definitely play a great role in supporting the Turkish Mining Industry.”

Mr Baudry concluded by saying, “RPM takes great pride in introducing ARDEF as its newest strategic business partner and we are confident that this partnership, of RPM’s industry-leading software and advisory solutions harnessing ARDEF’s in depth industry and local knowledge, will deliver real benefits to the mining industry in Turkey.

About RungePincockMinarco

RungePincockMinarco is the world’s largest publicly listed independent group of mining technical experts, with history stretching back to 1968. We have local expertise in all mining regions and are experienced across all commodities and mining methods.

Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange on 27 May 2008 (ASX: RUL), RungePincockMinarco is a global leader in the provision of advisory consulting, technology and professional development solutions to the mining industry. We have global expertise achieved through our work in over 118 countries and our approach to the business of mining is strongly grounded in economic principles.

We operate offices in 18 locations across 12 countries.

Find out more at www.rpmglobal.com