MISA Group is the go-to resource for innovation within Quebec's mining ecosystem. Our core expertise lies in the operational management of technological innovation.
The specific mission of the Vortex Journey is to transform innovative ideas into projects that lead to concrete, commercially viable solutions. We are committed to propelling ideas along the fastest route to market. We work closely with experts in our industrial vertical, the mining sector, to focus solely on industry priorities and the issues that shape the future of the industry.
Exactly. Our proposal is impactful. In 2023, we focused our efforts on the Vortex Journey, IoT chapter. Over 24 months, we supported 20 ideations of connected object projects. Commercial deployment will begin in 2025.
This community fosters partnerships between mining companies, technology providers, academic institutions, and government organizations to maximize the impact and benefits of innovation projects arising from the Vortex Journey.
Companies looking to work on an innovation project. At the end of the Vortex Program, you will have a tested, in-situ product ready for commercialization.
Experts contribute to project proposals based on the required expertise for the innovation project. The Vortex Program promotes collaboration by mobilizing cutting-edge scientific and technological skills available in Quebec and around the world.
2023-2024
During the Vortex Journey, selected projects are included in the programming of the MISA Group Experts Network. This entry ticket to the Experts Networks provides a range of services:
" Collaborating with Groupe MISA has been instrumental to Jumine’s journey since its inception, providing invaluable support in navigating financing and building strong industry partnerships. Their expertise and 100% success rate in guiding us through funding applications have significantly accelerated our growth and earned the trust of key mining stakeholders. What sets them apart is their exclusive focus on mining innovation, their accessibility, and their unwavering dedication to supporting our success. ", Alex Thivierge, P.Eng., Ph.D., President and Chief Operating Officer - Jumine
“The Groupe MISA opened the doors to the mining industry for us, a sector that is otherwise difficult to break into without the right connections. Through the Parcours Vortex, we developed innovative artificial intelligence projects in partnership with mining equipment manufacturers while benefiting from a network of experts and a deep understanding of the mining ecosystem. This program has been a tremendous asset for our organization, and we look forward to tackling the challenges of Mine 4.0 together.” — François-Alexandre Tremblay, M.Sc., Head of Innovation 4.0 and AI Expert
"Participating in Groupe MISA's Parcours Vortex program enabled our company to build relationships with other SMEs in the sector. Through networking and co-development workshops, we identified shared needs and initiated a project to develop a solution that will greatly benefit the industry. By providing a platform and mining-specific expertise, Groupe MISA supports our product development efforts, accelerates our innovation strategy, and mitigates investment risks, creating significant positive impacts for our business." Éric Beauchesne, President and CEO of Neuromines
“The Innovation Mining for Sustainable Agriculture program from Groupe MISA has been instrumental in the growth of our company within the mining industry. With their support, we were able to present our ventilation management solution (VORTEN) to a network of industry experts, whose valuable feedback helped us prioritize key features based on client needs while building connections with potential users. Their innovation services also enabled us to secure significant funding for the development of our solution, making collaboration with Groupe MISA essential for introducing new technologies into mining sites.” — Marie-Ève Riendeau, Business Development Manager at ONX Automation
“The Parcours Vortex allowed us to join an ecosystem of experts from various fields who, when brought together, helped propel the vision for our innovation project. Not only were we able to validate the alignment between our solution and the current needs of the mining sector, but we also identified emerging and future needs, enabling us to refine our solution to better serve our clients and partners.” — François Bolduc-Teasdale, Eng., M.Sc.A., President | CEO of OPTIS
