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List of published assets by order of publishing date: 2026 Article: Title / URL linkTypePublicationDate Want to better represent the subsurface? Try combining implicit and explicit geology modeling Article AusIMM Bulletin Jan 2026 What mining's next governance shift looks likeArticle African Mining Market Feb 2026 2025 Articles: Title / URL linkTypePublicationDateCut mine planning time by 70 per cent and boost value with integrated data virtual twins and smart algorithms transforming mining
📢 Event Update - SME MINEXCHANGE 2026
Attending SME MINEXCHANGE this year? Meet our team to explore Dassault Systèmes offerings to the mining industry, the latest updates to GEOVIA’s flagship solutions - Surpac, MineSched, and Whittle; and how we’re empowering mining professionals to tackle today’s challenges. General Information:Date: 22 - 25 February 2026 Venue: Salt Lake City, UT Salt Palace Convention Center Registration Page of the Event: LINK Meet us at the event: How Are We Participating?Technical Presentation: A highly
📢 Event Update - PDAC 2026
🌍 We’re thrilled to share that Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA will be at booth #7608N at PDAC 2026, joined by an incredible team of technical experts and executives who are ready to discuss the new and improved Surpac features, Geology Modeling with Surpac, Resources Estimation with Surpac and Whittle, and lots more. ⚡Heading to the event? Make sure to stop by, meet the team, and catch up on the latest updates! General Information:Date: 1 - 4 March 2025 Venue: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Canada
how to copy z level or string numbers in a file string
I have an a question that i want to copy z level or string number in a file string without using mouse click one surpac screen. because it take time to see what a sring number and level to copy
Datamine DMX File
Hello, How can I open Datamine DMX files in Surpac program? Surpac-2022 Surpac-2025
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2026 Release Refresh 1 | Geospatial
We're thrilled to share the latest updates and enhancements to the GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE roles! These improvements are designed to enhance usability, performance and overall value for our users. Stay tuned for more details, including new feature highlights. Geospatial Data Manager Geospatial Designer
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2026 Release Refresh 1 | Mining
We're thrilled to share the latest updates and enhancements to the GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE roles! These improvements are designed to enhance usability, performance and overall value for our users. Stay tuned for more details, including new feature highlights. Collaborative Engineer for Surpac Earth Engineering Coordinator Geology Modeler Geoscience Data Manager Strategic Mine Planner & Pit Optimizer Surface Mine Designer Underground Mine Designer
GEOVIA Surpac 2026 Release Refresh 1
We’re excited to announce that Surpac 2026 release refresh 1 is now available! This latest release is now available for download on the 3DS Support site. GEOVIA users covered under the Dassault Systèmes Support and Maintenance agreement can access it at no additional cost. Start today by exploring our What's New brochure and by watching our What's New video, which highlights one of our key features. Download the Surpac 2026 Release Documents below:
Latest GEOVIA releases
GEOVIA customers with an Annual License benefit from enhancements and new innovative features as part of their Annual License. Each release allows them to perform their work more efficiently, saving time and cost. Discover what is now available to you! 💡 Use the anchor on the top right to access the sections. 3DEXPERIENCE Surpac MineSched Whittle GEMS Minex How to download the latest release All software updates are made available through our
Does the software learn from previous blasts?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Breaking Rock Smarter with GEOVIA’s Drill & Blast Optimisation Solutions Here's the response from @FF, GEOVIA Technical Lead, Integrated Mining Solutions & Optimization - Dassault Systèmes: Farhad FARAMARZI GEOVIA Technical
Are there built-in features to ensure that blast designs comply with safety regulations, maximum vibration thresholds and airblast limits? How does the software alert users to potential non-compliance?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Breaking Rock Smarter with GEOVIA’s Drill & Blast Optimisation Solutions Here's the response from @FF, GEOVIA Technical Lead, Integrated Mining Solutions & Optimization - Dassault Systèmes: Farhad FARAMARZI GEOVIA Technical
Is https://geoviasupport.com/ dead?
Unable to open the site on any device? Is this intentional?
Is Strategic Mine Planner applicable for coal, and how does it communicate with stratigraphic geological models?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines Here's the response from @Cristian POBLETE MATAMALA, GEOVIA R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager: Cristian POBLETE R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager GEOVIA,
GEOVIA MineSched 2026 Release ✨
We’re excited to announce that MineSched 2026 is now available! This latest release is now available for download on the 3DS Support site. GEOVIA users covered under the Dassault Systèmes Support and Maintenance agreement can access it at no additional cost. Start today by exploring our What's New brochure and by watching our What's New video, which highlights one of our key features. Download the MineSched 2026 Release Documents below:
GEOVIA Surpac 2026
We’re excited to announce that Surpac 2026 is now available! This latest release is now available for download on the 3DS Support site. GEOVIA users covered under the Dassault Systèmes Support and Maintenance agreement can access it at no additional cost. Start today by exploring our What's New brochure and by watching our What's New video, which highlights one of our key features. Download the Surpac 2026 Release Documents below:
📢 Event Update - Mining INDABA 2026
🌍 We’re thrilled to kick off the year at the first major global mining event - Investing in African Mining Indaba! Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA will be at booth #H20, joined by an incredible team of technical experts and executives who are ready to discuss new and improved Surpac features, easy scheduling with MineSched, material reconciliation for precious metals, a unified tailings digital platform and lots more. ⚡Heading to the event? Make sure to stop by, meet the team, and catch up on the
What kind of training or upskilling is required for a team to move to a parametric workflow?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines Here's the response from @Christina LUDWICKI, Industry Process Expert Senior Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Christina LUDWICKI Industry Process
Do I need to run the open-pit production schedule to run this transition scenario?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Holistic Optimization for Open Pit to Underground Transition Here's the response from @Nicolas SOTO, Services Software Expert Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Nicolas SOTO Services Software Expert Specialist Dassault
Are there plans to implement blending and CAPEX optimization on the 3DEXPERIENCE
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Panel Discussion: Whittle x Pit Optimizer Here's the response from @Cristian POBLETE MATAMALA, GEOVIA R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager: Cristian POBLETE R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager GEOVIA, Dassault Systèmes Yes, there
Why do my results around the pit fall to the bottom of the model instead of following the topography?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Maximizing your Pit Optimization with Whittle Here's the response from @Cory CASE, GEOVIA User Success Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Cory CASE GEOVIA User Success Specialist Dassault Systèmes This happens when air
Can we use a different set of KPIs to define and select the best joint open-pit and underground scenario?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Holistic Optimization for Open Pit to Underground Transition Here's the response from @NS, Services Software Expert Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Nicolas SOTO Services Software Expert Specialist Dassault Systèmes
MineSched - Custom Reporting - Period_work_days
Can someone explain the way Period_work_days works in custom reports Using Help the definition indicates "The number of working days in the current period taking into account the resource working and holiday calendars." When I list a number of resources, I wish to obtain the period workdays it only appears to work for the excavator mining the pits and not the loaders I am using to transfer ore from stockpiles. In my case we are using an ore haulage contractor so a loader to feed them and a
Message from GEOVIA CEO - Happy New Year 2026! 🎉
As we welcome 2026, I extend my heartfelt thanks to our entire GEOVIA community, our teams, our partners, and our clients who continue to place their trust in us. Each new year brings its own momentum, but this one feels especially meaningful. We are entering a period of powerful innovation across geology modeling, mine planning and design, geospatial intelligence, and operational excellence, and I’m excited to share what lies ahead. This year, we will continue to strengthen the 3DEXPERIENCE
FROM ALL OF US AT GEOVIA: CHEERS TO 2026! 🎇✨⚡
🎉 Happy New Year 2026 from all of us at #GEOVIA! 🚀 Thank you all for your incredible support throughout 2025. We truly couldn’t do it without you. Wishing you and your loved ones a great start to the year ahead! Here’s to big ideas, bold moves, and building an amazing future together; let’s make 2026 unforgettable!
You mentioned that the focus has been on the Surface workflow. What does the future hold for the Underground workflow?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Easy Scheduling for Underground Mines Here's the response from @HS, Senior Portfolio Technical Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Hamish SINCLAIR-ROSS Senior Portfolio Technical Specialist Dassault Systèmes The
Now On-Demand! Level Up Your Underground Design: GEOVIA Stope Shape Optimizer (SSO)
GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape OptimizerReady to transform your block models into optimized mine plans? Our comprehensive 3-part webinar series on the GEOVIA Surpac Stope Optimizer (SSO) is now available for on-demand viewing! Join @CC as he guides you through a complete end-to-end journey: Part 1: Introduction to the Stope Optimizer - Perfect for first-timers. Learn how to turn a block model into optimized stopes while mastering the essential inputs. Part 2: Advanced Stope Optimizer - Go beyond
All 3 Sessions of the GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape Optimizer are Now Available- ON DEMAND!
GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape OptimizerElevate your underground design skills with GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape Optimizer on-demand series. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, this 3-part series covers it all: Part 1: Introduction to the Stope Optimizer - Learn the essentials of turning a block model into optimized stopes. Cory Case walks through a basic project setup, explaining key inputs and best practices for first-time stope creation. Part 2: Advanced Stope Optimizer Dive -
How does this integration with optimization and design work?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines Here's the response from @Cristian POBLETE MATAMALA, GEOVIA R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager: Cristian POBLETE R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager GEOVIA,
Does GEOVIA 2026 introduce new tools that allow engineers to run multiple cost-versus-fragmentation scenarios, so that operations can optimize both explosive consumption and overall cost per tonne?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Breaking Rock Smarter with GEOVIA’s Drill & Blast Optimisation Solutions Here's the response from @FF, GEOVIA Technical Lead, Integrated Mining Solutions & Optimization - Dassault Systèmes: Farhad FARAMARZI GEOVIA Technical
ON DEMAND! All GEOVIA CONNECT 25X Sessions, Now in One Place
GEOVIA CONNECT 25X | Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and DesignThe complete series across Open Pit, Underground, and Caving is now available on demand! Access all 13 sessions and watch at your convenience. These sessions serve as a practical reference for mine planning and design teams, supporting workflow review, design validation, scheduling alignment, and cross-discipline collaboration. Open PitUndergroundCaving How to Share FYI: The email marketing to our database is scheduled to
When will we be able to access the new block model converter?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Streamline your Mine Design Workflows with Surpac Macros Here's the response from @GB, GEOVIA Industry Process Expert Director - Dassault Systèmes: Glenn BARLOW GEOVIA Industry Process Expert Director Dassault Systèmes The
🎥 Best Moments of an Incredible 2025 – Thank You! 🌟
Our GEOVIA year-end video is a joyful celebration of the energy, teamwork, and passion that turned our vision into reality! It’s a heartfelt thank-you to every team member, partner, and collaborator who helped make this journey so special. Press play and take a moment to relive some of the unforgettable GEOVIA highlights that defined 2025. We’re so grateful to have you as part of this amazing community and for helping us move forward together toward our vision of “Modeling the Sustainable
Are there any limitations on mining method when using SDMs?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Complete Stope Optimizer Here's the response from @CC, GEOVIA User Success Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Cory CASE GEOVIA User Success Specialist Dassault Systèmes Yes. If you import using an SDM model instead of a
CGM file can't print
Dear All, We have an HP DesignJet T1500 and T1600 plotter. The datasheet doesn't support the CGM format. How can I print a CGM file on the plotter?
How does this work on the back end? If my PCBC models and current production data are ready, do I need to run PCBC manually and upload the results, or can the dashboard run the calculations automatically?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Beyond Mine Planning and Design for Caving Operations with @DV and @CL. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Beyond Mine Planning and Design for Caving Operations Here's the response from @DV ,Under Ground Mining Industry Process Consultant Expert - Dassault Systèmes: Daniel VILLA Under Ground Mining Industry Process
How do you decide which parameters to include in a parametric model?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines Here's the response from @CL, Industry Process Expert Senior Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Christina LUDWICKI Industry Process Expert
Could you outline the plan for the new Tactical Mine Plan on the Platform?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Underground Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Easy Scheduling for Underground Mines Here's the response from @HS, Senior Portfolio Technical Specialist - Dassault Systèmes: Hamish SINCLAIR-ROSS Senior Portfolio Technical Specialist Dassault Systèmes The
Will Pit Optimizer or Strategic Mine Planner replace Whittle? What will happen to Whittle?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines Here's the response from @Cristian POBLETE MATAMALA, GEOVIA R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager: Cristian POBLETE R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager GEOVIA,
Path limitation in Inverse Distance
Hi, I spotted this on Surpac 2025 Refresh2 as well as Surpac 2026: when running Block model > Estimation > Inverse Distance, the "Model name" input field is not large enough to receive a standard path ... as a consequence the model file is not found. Renaming the block model file (to shorten the filename) fixes the issue: The model file paths are: E:\Surpac\DatasetViragoSmallIDW\virago_small_attribute_compression.mdl (not working) E:\Surpac\DatasetViragoSmallIDW\m.mdl (working)
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2026 Release | Geospatial
In this release, we’re excited to introduce refreshed names for many of our roles and applications, making it easier than ever to understand the value of our geospatial solutions. Our GEOVIA Customer Success Director, @FS, walks you through all these changes in the explanatory video below. You’ll also find all role-by-role updates just after. GEOVIA Geospatial Data ManagerGeospatial Positioning: The role name has been updated from City Referential Manager to Geospatial Data Manager to better
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2026 Release | Mining
We're thrilled to share the latest updates and enhancements to the GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE roles! These improvements are designed to enhance usability, performance, and overall value for our users. Stay tuned for more details, including new feature highlights. GEOVIA Earth Engineering CoordinatorKey Enhancements: ✅ Single Source of Truth – Centralize all geoscience data attributes, including Block Models and Boreholes, within secure cloud storage. ✅ Improved Accuracy & Simpler Workflows – Reduce
How do I solve this problem? Error code: 5000
I just installed surpac, and I ran into this error message after launching it. Please how do I resolve this issue?
📢 Event Update - MINEXCELLENCE 2025 | 2 - 4 DEC
We are excited to share that, Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA experts will be speaking at MINEXCELLENCE 2025! Attendees at our booth #9, can learn how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform integrates data, processes and equipment that will transform decision-making at every stage of your operation. Our specialists will talk to you about: Strategic Mine Planning, and how our solution reduces design iteration from days to minutes, reduces project execution by 60% to 70%, and increases NPV by 5% to 25% through
GEOVIA CONNECT25X | Mine Planning & Design for CAVING | Dec 2-3, 2025
STARTING NEXT WEEK! Our expert is showcasing how GEOVIA Surpac enhances caving design, draw control, and analysis to improve predictability, recovery, and overall mine performance. Explore all Caving sessions. 3 Sub Sessions: Session 1 - Planning and Designing Efficient Caving Operations with Surpac. Learn Surpac’s key tools for caving operations through a practical, step-by-step walkthrough designed to enhance mine planning, from scoping study to operation and efficiency, with Daniel
Talking about the strategic phase, is Whittle SIMO still the strongest one?
This question was raised during the live session of GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines. If you were unable to attend, the session is now available on demand at the link below. 💻 Watch on demand: GEOVIA CONNECT 25X: Rethink What’s Possible in Mine Planning and Design for Open Pit Mines Here's the response from @CPM, GEOVIA R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager: Cristian POBLETE R&D Apps Portfolio Senior Manager GEOVIA, Dassault Systèmes For
Cities and Territories Tips
How easy is it to... Import Your Geospatial Data Creating datasets for Geospatial apps: Simple Features in City DiscoverAdd 3DSMap to your ExperienceImage Georeference to Datasource Geospatial Design tips: Create Bookmarks in City DiscoverShare Measurements as Mark-ups in a Collaborative ExperiencePoint of Interest vs Collaborative Annotation In November 2025, most of our solution names were updated to move from a limited urban focused approach to a broader approach centered on
About Us
When mining companies seek to increase mine productivity and digitalization, they turn to Dassault Systèmes for technology solutions and services. Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA, the largest global mining software supplier, delivers comprehensive solutions in all significant mining centers in more than 135 countries at over 4,000 sites. GEOVIA is a world-leading brand for modelling and simulating our planet to improve our natural resources' predictability, efficiency, safety and
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IntroductionGEOVIA provides end‑to‑end digital solutions focusing on the intersection of natural resources, infrastructure and urban planning. The Brand empowers a diverse community of geoscientists, earth engineers, and urban planners to access the information and insights they need to make informed decisions that balance economic, environmental, and social considerations, ensuring the responsible use and development of the earth’s resources. As part of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, GEOVIA
GEOVIA for Cities & Territories
GEOVIA Cities & Territories | Benefits Best-in-class large-scale and hyper-realistic virtual twin of territory modeling and navigation, aggregating multi-disciplinary data Intuitive and interactive data visualization and exploration Integrated collaboration and project workflows to support social and formal collaborations in context GEOVIA Roles for Geospatial Modeling GEOVIA Geospatial Designer GEOVIA Geospatial Viewer GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager GEOVIA Geospatial
3DEXPERIENCE Roles
3DEXPERIENCE GEOVIA empowers you to assess a project’s value before breaking ground, enabling you to design and optimize it — well before construction begins. And it provides you with the tools you need to analyze and embed the sustainability of your operation, centralize and manage all your data, and work with colleagues from anywhere in the world. Pit Optimizer Surface Mine Designer Geosciences: Geology Modeler Geoscience Referential Manager Earth Design:
GEOVIA Pit Optimizer
Maximize Net Present Value (NPV) by creating and evaluating multiple scenarios for optimized pit and pushback phases as well as mining schedules. The Pit Optimizer is a platform-based Strategic Mine Planning tool used by mining engineers to generate pit and pushback optimizations as well as schedules for surface mines. It allows a user to define solutions that maximize the Net Present Value (NPV) and to evaluate optionality in multiple optimized pushback and scheduling scenarios. Benefits
GEOVIA Surface Mine Designer
Generate and evaluate multiple pit, pushback and ramp designs through an automated parametric process The Surface Mine Designer is typically a Mining Engineer tasked with developing various pit, dump and ramp designs from the ultimate pit as well as pushback phases. The scope of the activities for the Surface Mine Designer could include annual updates to the Strategic Mine Plan (Life of Mine) and/or more detailed pit design updates within pushbacks and mini-pits based on new information.
GEOVIA Underground Mine Designer
Generate and evaluate multiple development designs through an automated parametric process. The Underground Mine Designer role encompasses the power of parametric design methodology to quickly process, edit and evaluate underground mining designs via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Firstly, the essence of this role is to generate rapid underground mine designs that conform to industry and safety standards and to have the ability to quickly edit or update these designs when new data becomes
GEOVIA Strategic Mine Planner
Comprehensively evaluate strategic mining plans from development to closure, implementing robust plans prioritizing economic value and ecological responsibility. The scheduling engine formulates comprehensive plans considering various economic and technical factors. The essence of this role is its ability to generate robust strategic plans by examining critical parameters in different scenarios. These plans are optimized, reliable, and adaptable to varying conditions. The capability to define
GEOVIA Earth Engineering Coordinator
Consolidate and federate geoscience and engineering information for seamless downstream consumption. Earth Engineering Coordinator (ETC) keeps Geoscience & Engineering Professionals in sync with multi-discipline/multi-stakeholder geoscience data and interpretation to make better engineering decisions on the single source of truth of natural and built environments 3DEXPERIENCE for Infrastructure. Allowing users to ingest and visualize geoscience data in an immersive environment to track
GEOVIA Geoscience Referential Manager
Define & manage the geoscience data referential from geoscientists, consultants and contractors. The Geoscience Referential Manager role enables all stakeholders of near-surface and sub-surface projects to ingest and manage geoscience data. This extends from boreholes within a mining exploration campaign to resource models for mineral deposit classification. It is a powerful suite of applications enable the definition and mapping of geoscience data models and central management of
GEOVIA Geology Modeler
Accelerate the creation of 3D geological models of the subsurface environment with the ability to rapidly test multiple hypotheses, make repeatable and rapid updates when new geoscience data is available. The Geology Modeler role enables rapid and accurate modeling of geoscience data for faster decision making. It allows the user to generate geological models using a wide range of geoscientific information. It includes implicit modeling techniques and provides the best interpretation of the
GEOVIA Geospatial Data Engineer
Transform and prepare geospatial data for insightful data visualization. GEOVIA Geospatial Data Engineer role provides capabilities to preview, qualify and adjust data source files that to create data sets for the referential. Data technicians and specialists familiar with 3D city assets can leverage the library of processors to prepare the data in the best way for use within the platform. From raster data analysis to simple feature processing, GEOVIA Geospatial Data Engineer can be used
GEOVIA CONNECT25X | Mine Planning & Design for UNDERGROUND Mines| Nov 25 – 26, 2025
STARTING NEXT WEEK! Learn how GEOVIA MineSched, Surpac & 3DEXPERIENCE roles optimize underground mine design, scheduling, and decision-making for safer, more efficient operations. Explore all sessions for underground. 4 Sub Sessions: Session 1 - Rethink What’s Possible for Underground Mines. Explore how parametric design transforms underground planning with smart, data-driven modeling, with Christina Ludwicki, GEOVIA Industry Process Expert Senior Specialist. Register for Session 1
GEOVIA CONNECT 25X | Rethink What's Possible in Mine Planning and Design | 18 Nov - 3 Dec, 2025
This webinar series brings together mining professionals from around the world to explore advanced methodologies and practical workflows across underground, open pit, and caving operations. Through thirteen focused technical sessions, experts will showcase how GEOVIA’s proven desktop (#Whittle, #Surpac, and #MineSched) & 3DEXPERIENCE solutions (Pit Optimizer, Surpac Power'By, Underground Mine Designer, and more) enable greater accuracy, efficiency, and confidence in mine planning and design.
GEOVIA Geospatial Small Index
Provide a more granular indexing capacity used by the GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager and GEOVIA Geospatial Designer roles. GEOVIA Geospatial Small Index is targeted toward GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager users who can manage indexing capabilities to support virtual twins. It provides the repository, at a smaller scale, to create and manage a virtual twin in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Furthermore, it provides the geospatial services leveraged by other geospatial roles. You can purchase
GEOVIA Geospatial Index
Provide storage and indexing capacity used by Geospatial Data Manager and Geospatial Designer roles. GEOVIA Geospatial Index is targeted toward GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager users who can manage indexing and storage capabilities to support their virtual Twin. It provides the repository to create and manage a database in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Furthermore, it provides the geospatial services leveraged by other geospatial roles. You can purchase several Geospatial Index roles to
GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager
Create and manage the territory's common data referential and virtual twin. The GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager role offers capabilities for building and managing the virtual twin of cities and territories. Data managers or administrators can leverage all their georeferenced content to create a database. Data will be uploaded to the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform and processed to enrich the project data model. Each asset will be managed as a distinct object with its own semantic and graphic
GEOVIA Geospatial Viewer
Collaborative Experiences for Ecosystem Stakeholders The GEOVIA Geospatial Viewer role enables users to navigate the virtual twin prepared by the GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager. Being native to the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform, all stakeholders can easily navigate the territory inside a 3D dashboard. Navigation experiences comprise data sets that are suitable for general access (published by the Geospatial Data Manager), which allows for maximum contextual collaboration by all stakeholders while
GEOVIA Geospatial Designer
Explore, discover and share insights with the ecosystem over the virtual twin of the city. The GEOVIA Geospatial Designer role allows users to create 3D models of the city leveraging the referential data sets created by GEOVIA Geospatial Data Manager. Users can curate content, set visualization preferences and save viewpoints to explore the virtual territory interactively. This role facilitates collaboration based on common datasets and intuitively communications goals with all stakeholders by
BIG NEWS | Year-end Exclusive Offer: Surpac & Whittle Roles
🤩 Until December 31, unlock our exclusive year-end discounts on selected GEOVIA Surpac and Whittle roles. Dig deeper, plan smarter, and end 2025 on a high note! 🤝 Want to know more? Reach out to us on GEOVIA.Info@3ds.com Contact your GEOVIA sales representative today Selected SURPAC roles on offer: GEOVIA Surveyor role | From data capture to reconciliation, Surpac Surveyor streamlines every step of the survey process. It delivers accuracy, automation, and multilingual support to help teams
[REPLAY] GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape Optimizer | Part 1 & 2
On Sep 24, we launched a new GEOVIA Tutorials: Stope Shape Optimizer, where our GEOVIA Support team members touch base on our users' most frequently asked questions. In this series, our GEOVIA User Success Specialist, @Cory CASE addressed GEOVIA Stope Optimizer, from basics to advanced setups, and a full workflow linking optimized stopes into scheduling with GEOVIA MineSched. We'd like to thank everyone who attended. And for those of you who missed the event, below is the replay of part 1 &
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Whittle 2026 Release
GEOVIA Whittle 2026 is now available!The latest release brings key enhancements that strengthen data interoperability and streamline mine optimization workflows — part of our ongoing efforts to ensure data interoperability across Dassault Systèmes solutions and to support open formats. Highlights include: Import OMF Block Models: now compatible with Open Mining Format (Version 2.0) for greater openness and flexibility. Export to Surpac .MDL files: enabling a seamless connection between Whittle
Webinar Replay: Integrated Implicit and Explicit Geological Modeling for Better Insights | Canadian Institute of Mining (CIM)
🥁 If you missed the webinar on 'Integrated Implicit and Explicit Geological Modeling for Better Insights,' you can now watch it below. If you have any questions, please add them in the comment box, and we'll get back to you soon. Topic: Integrated Implicit and Explicit Geological Modeling for Better Insights Summary: Discover how the latest technological innovations in geological modelling are being implemented to save geologists valuable time and effort. Geologists continually face
📢 Event Update - Uzbekistan International Mining & Metals Forum (UIMF)
Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA experts will be speaking at the Uzbekistan International Mining & Metals Forum! This key Mining and metals industry event is officially supported by the Ministry of Mining and Geology of Uzbekistan. It annually gathers top managers and industry leaders from the region's mining and metals industry, as well as government representatives. Dassault Systèmes is proud to partner with UIMF 2025. General Information:Date: 28 - 29 October 2025 Location: Uzexpocentre NEC |
Looking to renew your license? | Explore GEOVIA Solutions
Hello everyone, Thinking about renewing your GEOVIA license and want to get the most out of your solutions, this post is for you! You are a GeologistYou are an Earth EngineerYou are a Minex expertDiscover GEOVIA’s geology solutions through Surpac, our powerful, reliable and customizable 3D mine planning and geological modeling software. With Surpac, you can easily manage drillhole data, perform rigorous statistical and geostatistical analyses and quantify the physical characteristics of a
🖥️ GEOVIA MAX | Webinar & Replays 2025
Welcome to GEOVIA MAX, your one and online venue to keep up with GEOVIA's latest events where our experts discuss on mining's trends. Featured Episodes GEOVIA CONNECT25X: Empowering Geologists with Advanced Modeling Solutions 7-part replay GEOVIA Tutorials: Part 1 | Introduction to the Stope Optimizer with Cory Case Sep. 24, 2025 GEOVIA Tutorials: Part 2 | Advanced Stope Optimizer with Cory Case Oct. 23, 2025: Vancouver: 4 - 4.30PM New York: 7 - 7.30PM Perth: 7 - 7.30AM
GEOVIA in the Media: Cut Mine Planning Time by 70 per cent and Boost Value with Integrated Data, Virtual Twins and Smart Algorithms
By Jamie Wade for The Rock Wrangler, Sept 2025 Unlocking up to 70 per cent faster mine planning cycles and millions in additional project value is now within reach for operations that combine centralised data systems, virtual twins and advanced optimisation engines. At the APCOM2025 conference in Perth, Dr @GP, GEOVIA R&D Strategy and Management Director at Dassault Systèmes, presented the keynote The Value Multiplier: Unlocking Potential with Integrated Data and Smart Algorithms. Drawing on
💻 Webinar Series: GEOVIA Tutorials | Stope Shape Optimizer
Join us for a 3-part webinar series on GEOVIA Surpac Stope Optimizer, from basics to advanced setups, and a full workflow linking optimized stopes into scheduling with GEOVIA MineSched REGISTER NOW to gain hands-on expertise! The 3-part webinar series on GEOVIA Surpac Stope Optimizer will cover the following: Part 1: Introduction to the Stope Optimizer | Sep 24 | 11 - 11:30 PM UTC Follow along in this first part of three webinars as we walk through a basic example project in the GEOVIA Surpac
GEOVIA in the Media: Dassault Systèmes is Revolutionizing Underground Mine Design | Australian Mining
GEOVIA Industry Process Expert @CL for Australian Mining. GEOVIA’s Underground Designer is bringing aerospace-grade automation and parametric precision to underground mine planning. In underground mining, where time is money and precision is paramount, even minor design errors or delays can have costly consequences. But what if redesigns could take minutes instead of months? That’s the promise of Dassault Systèmes’ new GEOVIA Underground Designer role. At the core of this innovation is
Bringing Rhino3D's ShrinkWrap Concept to Surpac: A Solution for Invalid Solids
This has been an idea rolling around in my head for ages but beyond my skills to implement. I recently discovered someone else has already solved this problem, and I'd love to see how the concept or code could be implemented in Surpac. The Problem Solids, particularly ones representing underground as-built mining shapes, can be problematic. When you factor in that many of the people generating these solids are technicians who never have to use them downstream, it's not uncommon to spend
GEOVIA in the Media: Supporting the Digital Transformation | International Mining
GEOVIA's @Ralph SMITH was interviewed in the latest automation feature by International Mining. Supporting the TransformationIM spoke to Ralph SMITH, GEOVIA Sales Expert - Management Director at Dassault Systèmes, about how its solutions fit into the greater automation of fleets and processes in mining.Dassault Systèmes's GEOVIA has been a leader for many years in mine scheduling and tactical mine planning software - with mines becoming more digital, and greater use of autonomy and remote
TCL Question about "BM FILL ASSIGN VALUE"
I'm attempting to assign values to the block model, with the aim of assigning different values to different ore bodies based on different elevations and regions. Currently, I have recorded a tcl file using the macro recording function and completed the modification of the tcl script. Now, I can successfully batch assign values to various regions, but I have encountered a problem: The tcl script automatically performs a save after each assignment, which takes up too much of my time waiting for
Webinar Update: Integrated Implicit and Explicit Geological Modelling for Better Insights | CIM X GEOVIA
🚨 Webinar Alert! What if your geological models finally matched your vision, without compromise? Join our free webinar, in partnership with CIM | Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, to discover how the latest innovations in geological modelling are helping geologists: ✅ Integrate explicit & implicit modelling for better accuracy ✅ Build repeatable, parameterized workflows that speed up updates ✅ Regain control over digital interpretations of the sub-surface ✅ Prepare for
GEOVIA in the Media: Consulting on Connectivity | International Mining
GEOVIA's Ralph Smith was quoted in the latest consulting feature by International Mining. A Changing LandscapeThe use of mining consultants is increasing in popularity across the mining sector, says Dan Gleeson of International Mining. It is hard to know where to draw the line when it comes to mining consultants. The majority of software providers have an advisory arm within their business, while the engineering houses are also considered consultants in some facets of the mining process. More
GEOVIA in the Media: How a Unified Design Environment Speeds Up Mine Design
By @CJ, GEOVIA Senior Industry Process Specialist for AusIMM Bulletin. A unified design environment greases the gears and removes the friction between individual components of the mine design process, allowing for rapid updates across upstream and downstream workflows and easy team collaboration. Plus you can run all the ‘what if’ scenarios you want. Strategic mine planning and pit design sit downstream of a host of other necessary tasks, such as resource modelling and geostatistical
Event Update: Mongolian Mining Week 2025 | Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
We’re excited to share that Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA in partnership with QMC, will be exhibiting at Mongolian Mining Week 2025, Mongolia’s largest mining exhibition and convention. General Information:Date: 11-13 September, 2025 Location: Taij Khairkhan, Nalaikh District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Booth: #103 Event Website: Meet the Team:@RS - GEOVIA Sales Expert Management Director @DM - General Director, QMC LLC @BG - Business Development Manager, QMC, LLC Highlights at the Booth:Integrated
Event Update: Copper to the World 2025 | Adelaide, Australia
Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA team will be speaking and attending the Copper to the World Conference & Exhibition 2025! General Information:Date: 26-27 August, 2025 Location: Adelaide Convention Centre, South Australia Event Website: Meet the Team:@GP - GEOVIA R&D Strategy & Management Director @AN - IE&M Senior Client Executive @DK - Senior Mining Sales Director What's on the Agenda:Presentation: Intellectual Property as Currency in the Era of AIPresenter: Gustavo PILGER When & Where: 26th
Composite in Surpac
I have borehole data I want to composite the data den and true thickness weighted. However, I need to composite by mining length of 120 cm (reef zone), but I want to constraint it by taking 10cm above the top reef contact and 110cm below. I'm dealing with old historic data where they sampled 30 cm above the reef contact. Anyone please assists even a tweak script can help.
[REPLAY] Surpac Tutorials | SDMs: Refining how work gets done 3/3
On May 28, we launched the second installment of 'Surpac Tutorials', a webinar series where our GEOVIA Support team members touch base on our users' most frequently asked questions. In this episode, our GEOVIA User Success Specialists, @Cory CASE, @Kim FERGUSON-THOMAS & @Ash COLTON addressed the topic of SDMs, looking into its benefits, the Design Stope Shape Optimizer function, as well as Partial Percent & Macros. We'd like to thank everyone who attended. And for those of you who
[REPLAY] Surpac Tutorials | SDMs: Refining how work gets done 2/3
On May 28, we launched the second installment of 'Surpac Tutorials', a webinar series where our GEOVIA Support team members touch base on our users' most frequently asked questions. In this episode, our GEOVIA User Success Specialists, @Cory CASE, @Kim FERGUSON-THOMAS & @Ash COLTON addressed the topic of SDMs, looking into its benefits, the Design Stope Shape Optimizer function, as well as Partial Percent & Macros. We'd like to thank everyone who attended. And for those of you who
[REPLAY] Surpac Tutorials | SDMs: Refining how work gets done 1/3
On May 28, we launched the second installment of 'Surpac Tutorials', a webinar series where our GEOVIA Support team members touch base on our users' most frequently asked questions. In this episode, our GEOVIA User Success Specialists, @Cory CASE, @Kim FERGUSON-THOMAS & @Ash COLTON addressed the topic of SDMs, looking into its benefits, the Design Stope Shape Optimizer function, as well as Partial Percent & Macros. We'd like to thank everyone who attended. And for those of you who
The Benefits of Implicit Geology Modeling | GEOVIA in the Media
Article by @RP, Industry Process Specialist, Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA for AusIMM Bulletin. Implicit geological modeling is here to stay. But it’s not the only thing geologists need.Collecting comprehensive sampling and geoscience data from the field is the first step in an exploration or mining company’s quest to define the location, shape, and grade of an orebody. After that, the operation must transform their geoscience information into reliable geological models of the subsurface. Traditional
💻 Webinar On Demand: The Geospatial Applications for Mining Companies in the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform (Episode 5)
✨ A mine is more than just the extraction location, it relies on a wide range of infrastructure which is spread over large geographical areas. Mining companies are responsible for creating, analyzing and sharing vast quantities of data which is geospatially linked. 🌍 GEOVIA is developing solutions to help users plan, simulate and monitor various landscapes and supporting territories by including geospatial data and georeferenced content for insightful data visualization in context. 🚀 Learn how
Number of Blocks
How to query the number of blocks in the model? For example, after Ordinary Kriging estimation, I want to query the number of blocks for each pass.
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2025 Release FD03 | Urban Environment
We're thrilled to share the latest updates and enhancements to the GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE roles! These improvements are designed to enhance usability, performance, and overall value for our users. Stay tuned for more details, including new feature highlights. City ContributorKey Enhancements: ✅ Smarter Location Awareness – Easily search geographic areas using OpenStreetMap administrative zones, helping you locate, filter, and contextualize your data with greater precision. ✅ Collaborative
GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE 2025 Release FD03 | Mining
We're thrilled to share the latest updates and enhancements to the GEOVIA 3DEXPERIENCE roles! These improvements are designed to enhance usability, performance, and overall value for our users. Stay tuned for more details, including new feature highlights. Geology ModelerKey Enhancements: ✅ Enhanced Model Visibility – Control geology model feature visibility directly from the navigation tree for faster, more intuitive data management. ✅ Improved Mesh Quality – Achieve smoother unconformable
User Stories
Our ever-growing customer reference library is full of inspiring stories. By embracing our solutions, these organizations are changing the way they work and do business. Discover their stories below. User stories | 2025Juan BAQUERO Summit Materials DGM Geologist With more than a decade of experience as a mining and metallurgical engineer in the cement industry, Juan has consistently leveraged GEOVIA MineSched to optimize complex operations. By tailoring the software to align with
GEOVIA User Story - JUAN BAQUERO | Summit Materials
💙 Juan BAQUERO, Mining & Metallurgical engineer at Summit Materials. The strongest point of GEOVIA MineSched is that it is customizable. ✅ With more than a decade of experience as a mining and metallurgical engineer in the cement industry, Juan has consistently leveraged GEOVIA MineSched to optimize complex operations. By tailoring the software to align with on-site conditions, he demonstrates the flexibility of MineSched’s user-centric design. For Juan, it’s more than just a scheduling tool,
Event Update: APCOM CONFERENCE 2025 | Perth, Australia
We're excited to share that Dassault Systèmes is a proud sponsor of the APCOM Conference 2025 in Perth, Australia! As passionate contributors to mining innovation, we're thrilled to support this global forum driving advances in computer applications and operations research in the minerals industry. See you there! General Information: Date: 11- 13 August, 2025 Location: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Event Website: Meet the Team: NamesDesignations@GP GEOVIA R&D Strategy & Management
Event Update: Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum | Western Australia
Meet us at Diggers & Dealers, Australia’s leading mining forum, at booth 108 General Information:Date: August 4-6, 2025 Venue: GOLDFIELDS ARTS CENTRE, KALGOORLIE, WESTERN AUSTRALIA Booth: 108 Event Page: Meet the Team: @AN @DK @RS @KC About the Event:Diggers & Dealers is Australia’s leading mining forum, combining corporate presentations by listed mining and exploration companies alongside a large exhibition area housing over 159 exhibitors from the sector. Delegates include miners,
Block Modelling queries
I would like to assign value to a calculated field in a block model . Is this possible? Please help? I'm also looking for a way to run a block model report that will give me minimum / maximum values for a calculated attribute in the blocks searched in a constrained area? Please help? My email address is anton.cawthorn-blazeby@riotinto.com Thank you
Block modelling
I would like to assign value to a calculated field in a block model . Is this possible? Please help? I'm also looking for a way to run a block model report that will give me minimum / maximum values for a calculated attribute in the blocks searched in a constrained area? Please help? My email address is anton.cawthorn-blazeby@riotinto.com Thank you
GEOVIA Surpac 2025 Release Refresh 2
GEOVIA Surpac 2025 Release Refresh 2 This latest release refresh is ready for download on the 3DS Support site. GEOVIA users covered under the Dassault Systèmes Support & Maintenance agreement can access it at no additional cost. Don’t miss the video from our expert @AC , where he walks you through how to expand polygons using a Python macro in Surpac 2025 Refresh 2 step by step. Get started today and explore what’s new in Surpac 2025 Release Refresh 2!