ITA recently attended the 2026 European Partnership for Responsible Minerals (EPRM) Conference in Amsterdam, which brought together stakeholders from across government, industry, civil society and artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) communities to discuss the theme “Balancing Interests: ASM’s Role in Reliable and Responsible Value Chains.” The event provided an important platform for open dialogue on the future of responsible sourcing and the role of ASM in global mineral supply chains.
A key theme throughout the conference was ensuring artisanal and small-scale miners remain central to discussions around responsible sourcing frameworks. Discussions reinforced the need for practical due diligence approaches, fair market access and greater collaboration across supply chains to support meaningful and sustainable improvements within the ASM sector.
As part of our TIN2030 strategy, and as a longstanding EPRM member, ITA’s participation reflects our continued commitment to supporting responsible ASM engagement and recognising the important role ASM plays within resilient and sustainable global tin supply chains. Our Tin Code, under Principle 8, promotes positive engagement and continuous improvement with suppliers of ASM, alongside our ASM Handbook which provides practical guidance on implementing ESG improvements and supporting progressive improvement of ASM.
