The mining industry is no longer solely about moving tonnes of ore—it’s about operational predictability, digital maturity, and sustainable impact. Modern mining organisations need partners who can guide them through the complex interplay of technology, efficiency, and governance. Sanodea Group, under the leadership of Jean Marais, has emerged to meet this challenge, building on decades of operational, strategic, and digital expertise accumulated under previous ventures.
A New Era of Mining Advisory
With the recent launch of Sanodea Group, the organisation consolidates and expands its legacy of projects, advisory services, and technological solutions across the African mining landscape. The Group’s Advisory & Innovations division delivers actionable insights and transformative strategies to mining companies, governments, and development finance institutions.
What We Offer
Sanodea Advisory empowers mining operations through:
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Strategic and Operational Consulting: Implementing turnarounds, organisational efficiency programs, and board-level advisory for sustainable growth.
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Digital Transformation Frameworks: Deploying AI, IoT, ERP, and predictive analytics solutions to modernise operations, reduce downtime, and enhance decision-making.
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Fuel & Resource Optimisation: Advanced monitoring systems and fleet efficiency tools to lower operational costs while increasing productivity.
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Drill & Blast and Engineering Solutions: Digitised drill and blast operations, predictive maintenance, and high-quality engineering components to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
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ESG and Community Engagement: Programs that strengthen local content, succession planning, and sustainable impact.
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Leadership & Training: Executive coaching, corporate development, and operational leadership programs to embed a culture of excellence.
Integrated Technology Solutions for Mining
Sanodea Advisory integrates a suite of proprietary and advanced digital tools designed to improve mine readiness, performance, and sustainability:
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Digital Readiness Toolkit for African Mines™ (TM Registered): A structured framework enabling mines to assess operational maturity, deploy AI and IoT systems, and optimise processes.
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Predictive maintenance platforms that prevent costly equipment failures and reduce downtime.
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Real-time fuel and resource monitoring systems to improve cost visibility and operational control.
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Digital solutions for drill, blast, and engineering operations to enhance precision, safety, and throughput.
Tangible Results and Measurable Impact
Mining operations that partner with Sanodea Advisory have achieved:
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Up to 40% efficiency gains through digital process optimisation.
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Reduction of unplanned downtime by 25–30% using predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring.
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Cost savings exceeding USD 400M across operational, maintenance, and resource management initiatives.
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Extended mine life by multiple years through strategic operational turnarounds.
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Improved ESG compliance and local content delivery, positively impacting thousands of workers and surrounding communities.
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Enhanced workforce capability through leadership training and executive coaching programs, reducing turnover by 10–15%.
Looking Ahead
As African mining continues to evolve, Sanodea Group positions itself as a trusted partner for companies seeking to combine strategy, innovation, and technology to achieve operational excellence and long-term impact. By offering advisory solutions alongside advanced digital frameworks and engineering innovations, Sanodea ensures that mining operations are efficient, resilient, and future-ready.
Rooted in Legacy. Driven by Innovation. Built for Global Impact.
