CME membership provides:
- Representation and advocacy at regional and state levels with strong national links
- Programs providing opportunities for sharing on common issues
- Advice and support on industry issues and access to CME initiatives aimed at managing those issues
- Events and activities providing networking opportunities with key decision makers in mining and resource companies
- Access to publications and guidelines on industry best practice, research and statistical information
- Regular information service on issues affecting the resource sector
- Opportunity to provide input into CME advocacy and shape the collective voice of the industry
CME membership is divided into two groups:
Ordinary Membership
There are six discrete membership categories within the Ordinary group:
- Mineral Production – open to companies which are directly engaged in the production and/or processing of minerals
- Oil and Gas Processing and Downstream Processing – open to companies which are directly engaged in the production and downstream processing of oil and gas
- Contractor – open to companies providing contracting services to the resources sector
- Energy Generation and Distribution – open to companies which are directly engaged in the transmission and distribution of energy
- Exploration – open to companies which are involved in mineral exploration activities
- Project Development – open to companies planning and/or developing a project in the resources sector
Associate Membership
There are two discrete categories within the Associate group:
- Service Associate – open to companies providing goods and services to the resources sector
- Industry Associate – open to companies which have a connection with the resources sector, but not a sufficient connection to become Ordinary members
Subscriptions for membership are payable on a calendar year basis and are determined by the Executive Council of CME following endorsement of an annual operating plan and budget.
Visit the Apply to Join page to request a membership kit or for further information.