The Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) exists to promote and develop all aspects of materials science and engineering, geology, mining and associated technologies, mineral and petroleum engineering and extraction metallurgy. It is the professional body for the international materials, minerals and mining community, providing information and library services, conferences, workshops, publications, and various educational resources. The Institute assists its members in achieving the prestigious Chartered Engineer, Incorporated Engineer, Engineering Technician, Chartered Scientist or Chartered Environmentalist professional qualifications.
IMMa, the International Mining & Minerals Association (part of IOM3), serves Institute members with interests in the mining and minerals industries and provides a focus for the worldwide community of minerals professionals.