Mauro Lopes is a mining industry executive with more than 20 years of experience in project development, business development, and strategic negotiations across the global mining sector. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA specializing in Foreign Trade.
Throughout his career, Mauro has worked with international EPCM organizations and junior mining companies, playing a key role in the identification, evaluation, acquisition, and development of mining assets. He has successfully supported projects from early-stage opportunity assessment and commercial negotiations through feasibility studies, financing discussions, construction, and operations. His experience spans South America, Europe, and Australia, providing him with a strong understanding of cross-cultural business environments and international investment frameworks.
As Managing Director of CONSEPRO Pty Ltd, Mauro advises mining companies, investors, and project owners on strategic partnerships, market entry, asset acquisition, and project development opportunities in Brazil. He has developed an extensive network within the Brazilian mining industry and has facilitated commercial discussions between Australian and Brazilian stakeholders across a wide range of commodities, including gold, copper, niobium, rare earth elements (REE), phosphate, uranium, and lithium.
Recognized for his strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, Mauro has successfully bridged technical, operational, and business objectives to create value for project developers and investors. His ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and identify mutually beneficial outcomes has contributed to the advancement of numerous mining ventures.
Mauro also serves as the Australian Representative for Invest Minas, the investment promotion agency of the State of Minas Gerais, Brazil, where he supports trade, investment, and business development initiatives aimed at strengthening commercial relationships between Brazil and Australia.