IMA ENGINEERING LTD OY

Their core work

IMA Engineering is a Finnish engineering company specializing in mineral processing and mining technology. They develop equipment and solutions for minerals analysis, raw material processing, and increasingly, digital tools for safer and more sustainable mining operations. Their H2020 portfolio shows a consistent focus on the mining value chain — from mineral characterization and processing efficiency to sensor-based monitoring and digital transformation of mine sites.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

IMA Engineering's early H2020 involvement (2016–2017) focused on traditional mineral processing — analysis techniques and sustainable extraction technologies through MetalIntelligence and ITERAMS. By 2020, their focus shifted decisively toward digital mining with illuMINEation, embracing wireless sensors, drones, predictive maintenance, and VR/AR for occupational safety. This trajectory mirrors the broader mining industry's digital transformation and positions them at the intersection of physical mineral processing expertise and Industry 4.0 technologies.

IMA Engineering is moving from traditional mineral processing toward digitalized, safety-focused mining solutions — expect future work combining IoT sensors, predictive analytics, and immersive training for mining operations.

How they like to work

IMA Engineering consistently joins projects as a partner or participant, never as coordinator, suggesting they contribute specialized industrial expertise rather than leading research agendas. With 41 unique partners across 13 countries from just 3 projects, they operate in large, diverse consortia typical of major EU mining and raw materials initiatives. This makes them an accessible, low-friction collaboration partner experienced in multi-national project environments.

Despite only three projects, IMA Engineering has built a broad network of 41 partners across 13 countries, reflecting the large consortium sizes typical of EU raw materials and mining research. Their network likely spans universities, mining companies, and technology providers across Europe's key mining regions.

What sets them apart

IMA Engineering bridges the gap between traditional mineral processing know-how and the digital transformation of mining. As an industry partner (not a research institute), they bring real operational context to EU research projects — their involvement signals that a project has genuine industrial relevance. For consortium builders in mining or raw materials calls, they offer a credible Finnish industrial partner with hands-on experience in both physical processing equipment and emerging digital mining tools.

Highlights from their portfolio

• illuMINEation
  Their largest funded project (EUR 480K), combining digital technologies (sensors, drones, VR/AR) with mining safety — represents their strategic direction.
• ITERAMS
  Focused on integrated sustainable mineral technologies, demonstrating their core competence in raw material processing and environmental responsibility.