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Mining Sector Regulatory Framework
Azem Rexhaj Director of ICMM
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Content
Competent institutions for mineral sector in Kosova ICMM Powers and Responsibilities Licence types KEK licenses Geoscientific maps of Kosova Recommendations
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Competent institutions for mineral sector in Kosova are:
Ministry of Energy and Mining of Kosova Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals
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Regulation 2005/2, as amended by
Law No. L-03/81
The ICMM was established on 21 January 2005 as an independent body with its HQ in Pristina.
Following declaration of independence (2008), ICMM remains an independent body accountable to the Assebly of Kosovo Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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Powers and Responsibilities are:
Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals is an independent regulatory body responsible for regulating and monitoring the mining industry in Kosovo;
The issuing, transfer, suspension and revocation of exploration and exploitation licenses and permits;
The issuing, suspension and revocation of permits and licenses related to the use of explosives in mining operations;
The optimal utilisation of mineral resources at all mining operations and minimising the environmental impact of mining operations
The implementation of international standards for operations in mines and quarries;
The safety of operations in all minerals extraction and processing facilities in accordance with the applicable law and required safety standards; and
To inspect the general compliance of mining operations with the terms of licenses, permits, agreements and other authorisation instruments. Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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The ICMM structure
Governing Board with five Board members including a Chairman A Director of ICMM A Deputy Director of ICMM ICMM regulates and oversees the mining sector through:
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Mines Inspectorate Geological Department GIS/ Mining Cadastre Revenue Collection Unit Geological Archive Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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LICENCE TYPES:
EXPLORATION LICENCE
Construction minerals: Valid for two years and may be extended for additional two years. There is a maximum area of 250 ha per individual licence. All other minerals: Valid for two years and may be extended up to three times at two years per extension, accompanied by a 50% reduction in licence area. There is a maximum area of 100 km2 per individual licence.
RETENTION LICENCE Construction minerals: A maximum of one year from expiry of the exploration licence. Any other minerals: A maximum of five years from expiry of the exploration licence. Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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EXPLOITATION LICENCE
Construction minerals: initial term of no more than 25 years, extendable for up to another 25 years. Any other minerals: valid for not more than 40 years and cannot be extended.
SPECIAL OPERATIONS PERMIT
Special operation permits issued by the ICMM include:
crushing and milling permit, processing plant permit (asphalt or concrete), use of excavators and any other mining machinery blasting permit, etc.
The term of a permit is in principle valid for three years and may be extended by the Commission upon application by the permit holder.
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ARTISANAL MINING LICENCE
For construction minerals:
Valid for two years and may be extended for a further two years. A maximum exploitation is permitted of 12,000m3 in any calendar year. An artisanal mining licence may be issued only to a municipality.
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In principle, there are three ways for obtaining an exploration/exploitation license in Kosovo:
Authorization procedure Competitive Tendering Mine Development Agreement
Licenses Subject to Competitive Tender are:
An Exploration or Mining License that relates to an Energy Mineral; and Any other Exploration or Mining License the award and issuance of which has been designated by the competent Public Authority as subject to requirements of a competitive tender procedure.
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Exploitation License Bardh and Mirash Licence No: 559
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Exploration License Sibovc
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Mining License Sibovc
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Exploration and Mining License Sibovc
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Technical programs:
Geo-Scientific Maps Explosives Security System Kosova Quarry Plan Geochemical Survey Airborne Geophysical Survey Geographical Information System Geological laboratory Website (www.kosovo-mining.org)
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GeoScientific Maps A series of 1:200,000 scale maps that show:
Geological Map of Kosova. Tectonic Map of Kosova. Map of Minerals of Kosova. Metalo-genetic map of Kosova. Hydro-geological Map of Kosova. Map of Mineral – And Thermal water of Kosova. Morpho-Orographical Structure of Kosova. Soil Map of Kosova. Satellite Imagery Map of Kosova.
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Kosova Quarry Plan A series of 1:50,000 scale maps that show:
Base Map of the captured Construction Raw Materials.
Map of Non-Blocked Construction Raw Materials.
Map of Deposit Mineability.
Map of Deposit Licence Status.
Map of Deposit Protection Value. Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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Airborne Geophysical Survey Survey across Kosova to measure:
Magnetics (Earth’s magnetic field) Four-frequency Electro-Magnetics Radiometrics (Potassium, Thorium, Uranium)
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Magnetic Survey
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The Mining Cadastre of Kosova
Numerous modules to cover the geology and minerals of Kosova along with Exploration and Mining Licences, maps, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and other information are in digital format.
ICMM’s website www.Kosova-mining.org Access to the website gives access to the GeoDatabase Kosova (GIS). Mining companies can perform their research into Kosova’s minerals potential remotely and for free
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Conclusions
Kosova is rich in mineral resources, particularly lead, zinc, lignite, ferronickel, bauxites, etc.
Existing mining industry represents great potential for private investment. Mining industry is one of our traditions
Kosova is open to further explore its mineral resources
Kosova’s mining and minerals sector is very attractive for private investors
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THANK YOU! Prishtine, 20 January 2010
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