The annual Australian Uranium Conference has earned a reputation as the leading uranium forum for the mineral resources sector in Australia, showcasing a number of successful project development stories. The seventh event sees more than 25 companies present in conjunction with local and International experts and political leaders at the Esplanade Hotel Fremantle.Stewart McDonald, managing director of event organiser, Vertical Events, said that with the political pressure brought on to sell to new markets this year, along with the upcoming proposals to mine uranium in Western Australia, this year could mark a cornerstone for the industry.

“The 2011 Australian Uranium Conference is an important forum for debate on the key issues of energy policy and the role uranium places in the future of Australia’s energy mix. Our conference brings together quality representatives from government, the mining industry and the scientific community in a unique and engaging forum where debate over nuclear power and the role of uranium can be openly discussed and debated.” said McDonald.

The conference continues to attract an ever-growing group of resource companies, brokers, fund managers and investors, with event organisers, Vertical Events, expecting to attract in excess of 600 delegates this year.

Some of the key presentations at this year’s conference include:

• John Borshoff, Managing Director and CEO – Paladin Energy
• Michael J Connor, President and CEO – Nuclear Resources International
• Alan Eggers, Executive Chairman – Manhattan Corporation
• Jae wan Chung, General Manger – Korean Electric Power Corporation
• Luis Lopez, Technical Director – National Atomic Energy Commission, Argentina

For full conference details, visit: www.verticalevents.com.au