15-16 April 2026 Astana, Kazakhstan

 

DNA-Blast Group

Drilling and Blasting

DNA-Blast is a leading group in the scientific mastery of rock–explosive interactions, centralizing and valorizing real-world operational data to power next-generation predictive digital tools for informed on-site decision-making, every day.

We support the global mining industry in its digital transformation with cutting-edge technologies developed in-house to de-risk mining investment, protect people and assets, and improve mine-to-market performance throughout the operating cycle.

DNA-Blast is the creator of the only physical and visual 4D Digital Twin dedicated to optimizing the extraction phase. This technology models and emulates mining, quarrying, and construction operations in real time through the integration of field data, multiphysics simulation, and AI.

These technological developments are the result of 20 years of research and innovation, driven by a team of globally recognized experts in the fields of surface and underground mining.
Our portfolio of solutions includes:
I-Blast EVO and I-Blast ULT: software for analysis, simulation & optimization of blasting and extraction.
I-Blast Digital Twin: a 4D digital twin integrating customized KPIs (stability, fragmentation, energy consumption, vibrations...).
DNA-FragCam AI: AI solution for measuring and analyzing fragmentation.
DNA-OnSite, DNA-Connect, DNA-Monitor: tools for field data capture, IoT connectivity & real-time monitoring.
Engineering, consulting & digital solution integration services within client workflows.
We are proud to serve five of the world's top 20 mining companies (by market cap.), including VALE for the past five years, as well as global leaders in cement, lime, and materials through our presence in Brazil, Mexico, Peru, the United States, Canada, France, Ireland, and Kyrgyzstan.

In 2024, DNA-Blast Group and Vale won the 1st National IBRAM Award for good mining practices in Brazil, for the resumption of safe and sustainable mining blasting near sensitive structure