Drones for Confined Spaces - enhancing safety and efficiency in underground mining

Jul 23rd, 2025

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Operating in hazardous, confined, and hard-to-reach environments is one of the biggest challenges in mining. Drones are changing the game, allowing operators to conduct inspections safely, efficiently, and without unnecessary downtime.

Join Sphere for an in-depth webinar where we’ll explore how drones are revolutionising confined space operations, real-world applications in underground mining, and the latest drone tech from Flyability.

Webinar details

Date:

Jul 23rd, 2025

Time:

12:30 pm

AEST

NSW surveyors earn CPD points with this webinar

BOSSI CPD approved event

This webinar is BOSSI-accredited. NSW surveyors earn CPD points while learning about the latest drone advancements and regulations. Join live or catch the replay, our expert team will cover everything you need to know.

Points earned:

DM1 0.5 MS

DM3 0.25 MS

What will be covered?

What was covered?

  • How drones can operate in hazardous and confined environments – Improving safety and reducing risk in challenging spaces
  • Use cases for underground mining inspections – From shaft and stope inspections to void mapping and structural assessments
  • Flyability drone technology overview – The latest tools designed specifically for confined space operations

Who should attend?

Who should watch?

This webinar is essential for anyone looking to enhance inspection capabilities in confined spaces, including:

  • Mine Safety & Compliance Officers
  • Underground Operations Managers
  • Surveying & Inspection Teams
  • Innovation & Technology Leads
  • Asset & Maintenance Managers

Meet the hosts

Cian Gleeson

Cian Gleeson

Head of Strategic Initiatives

Cian Gleeson the Head of Strategic Initiatives at Sphere, where he is pivotal in advancing the company's autonomous drone solutions. With a focus on developing and implementing software for drone-in-a-box operations, Cian drives innovation and efficiency in remote drone technology.

Elliot Cummins

Elliot Cummins

Chief Remote Pilot

Elliot, our Chief Remote Pilot, has been with Sphere since 2016. With a strong background in crewed and uncrewed aviation, he holds certifications like ATPL Theory, IREX, RePL, AROC, and BVLOS. As a member of the AAUS RPAS Operator Advisory Group, he’s the go-to expert for navigating airspace and leading cutting-edge drone projects.

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