Bugeco :
Past and Present
Until 2002, Bugeco was involved in traditional consultancy services for geological,
hydro-geological and environmental purposes on behalf of a wide range of clients
(both major and junior mining companies), the Belgian Government
(Technical cooperation with emerging countries), the World Bank, Sysmin (EU), EIB,
IFC and private banking institutions).
Completed mineral resources inventories and studies on the specific mining potential
of many African, Latin American, Asian and Eastern-European countries.
Supervised exploration projects and mining operations.
Performed mining and reserves evaluation and also financial and technical
audit/due diligence.
Provided short and long-term assistance as support to the national development of
the mineral resources in developing countries.
Reviewed, advised and collaborated with the World Bank and western government
agencies on the creation of new mining, fiscal and environmental legislation.
It has undertaken metallurgical consultancy, studied waste disposal sites and made
environmental studies related to mining activities.
Carried out studies for the supply of water and other hydrological studies.
Since 2002 Bugeco has taken out its own proprietary exploration licences in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where it has a permanent representative. It has also entered into a contract to manage the project coordination process for Swala Resources Plc
Advisory
Its role has evolved and it now specialises in providing clients with access to project analysis, due diligence and valuation services by outsourcing these to its independent Associates or by speedily identifying the most suitable individuals or companies able to effectively carry out the work required.
Reports
Bugeco has also provided clients with geological and political/economic analytical reports on various countries in Africa.
Brokerage
Following demand that has arisen out of more than 40 years of experience both in resource exploration and development and the resulting relationships that have been nurtured by its Directors and Associates, Bugeco is to an increasing extent called upon to connect juniors to majors, identify potential partners, sell assets and find financing for projects. It does this under conditions of great discretion and confidentiality and does not proclaim its contracting parties.