About us

TSOLMON Gonchig is an accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in geological exploration and the mining industry.

Education & Credentials

• School of Geology, MUST: Graduated with an Honors Diploma (Diploma with Distinction).

• Colorado School of Mines (USA): Earned a Master's degree in Economic Geology / Exploration Geology.

• Gemological Institute of America (GIA): Earned the "Applied Jewelry Professional" credential.

Professional Experience & Achievements

• Mongolian Association of Economic Geologists (MAEG): Served as a Board Member since 2018 and was elected President in December 2024, leading sector reforms and digital transformation.

• Innovation & Business: Co-founded Trigteq LLC while studying in the US—a company that introduces advanced technology, automation, and artificial intelligence to Central Asia’s mining sector.

• International Experience: Worked on major international projects across Mongolia, Brazil, the United States, and Hong Kong.

As a Board Member

• Membership & Website: Overhauled the association's website and membership platform to meet modern collaboration standards and industry requirements.

• External Relations: Facilitated a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Canada-Eurasia Business Association (CERBA) in February 2020.

• Conferences & Education: Continuously organized the annual "Mongolia Mineral Exploration Roundup" conference and academic forum since 2019, while launching investor meetings and educational initiatives.

• Public Outreach: Spearheaded public education programs to enhance community understanding of geology.

As President

• Organizational Restructuring: Modernizing the association's structure to adapt to rapid industry changes, building a sustainable foundation aligned with modern technologies and sector needs.

• Digital Platforms: Developing and launching user-centric digital platforms, including the main website (www.monseg.mn) and the conference collaboration hub (www.mmer.mn).

Dash Bat-Erdene, Senior Member of the Board of the Mongolian Society of Economic Geologists, geologist, and mining policy specialist, is a distinguished professional who has worked productively in Mongolia’s geology and mining sector for more than 40 years, combining both theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

He graduated in 1977 from Irkutsk Polytechnic Institute in the former USSR with a degree in Mining Engineering–Geology. Since then, he has accumulated extensive experience across a wide range of fields, including field geology, mineral exploration, national policy development, and international cooperation. He later obtained a Master of Laws (LLM) in Mineral Resources and Petroleum Law from the University of Dundee in the United Kingdom, and earned a doctoral degree in Mineral Resources Policy from the Mongolian University of Science and Technology, further establishing his prominent standing in the field.

Mr. Bat-Erdene has personally participated in the discovery, reserve estimation, and development of numerous mineral deposits, including gold, iron, and coal. He has also led exploration programs for strategic mineral resources such as copper porphyry deposits, uranium, rare earth elements, tungsten, and molybdenum. In addition, he has actively contributed to the development and reform of Mongolia’s mineral resource policy and mining legal framework, while playing an important role in strengthening cooperation between government institutions, the private sector, and international organizations.

His presentations and research publications at international forums have significantly contributed to promoting Mongolia’s geological sector globally. He has represented Mongolia in numerous United Nations initiatives, as well as regional and international conferences and projects.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he has been awarded several prestigious honors, including “Best Geologist,” “Best Miner,” the Order of the Red Banner of Labour, and the title of Honored Industrial Worker, reflecting his invaluable contributions to the sector.

Today, as a senior professional, Mr. Bat-Erdene continues to share his knowledge and experience with younger geologists and remains actively engaged in supporting the sustainable and responsible development of Mongolia’s geology and mining industry.

Sereenen Jargalan is a distinguished figure who has elevated the research of Rare Earth Elements (REE) and Critical Metals in Mongolia’s geological sector to a new level, promoting the nation’s mineral wealth through world-class scientific foundations.

She is an internationally recognized scientist who earned his Master’s and Doctoral degrees from Japan’s prestigious Tohoku University and conducted post-doctoral research at the Geological Survey of Japan. Her expertise and experience transition seamlessly from the classroom to field exploration and sophisticated laboratory analysis (XRD, XRF, ICP-MS).

Professional Contributions

Scientific Research: As the Director of the Center for Technological Mineralogy and Innovation at MUST (Mongolian University of Science and Technology), he leads research on Mongolia’s strategically significant mineral resources.

Industry Impact: A Consulting Engineer of Mongolia, he has been personally involved in major projects ranging from the Oyu Tolgoi deposit resource estimation reports to exploration in the Zaamar gold district.

Mentorship & Legacy: To date, she has supervised dozens of PhD and Master’s students and authored numerous textbooks and manuals for young geologists, including "Metallic Minerals" and "Rare Earth Metals."

In recognition of her significant contributions, the state honored her in 2023 with the title of Honored Worker of Science and the Order of the Red Banner of Labour.

I. Khaliunaa graduated from the National University of Mongolia (NUM) with a Bachelor’s degree in Geology and earned a Master’s degree in Mineral Exploration from the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST). She also completed a short-term advanced training program at Akita University in Japan.

Since 2018, she has been working professionally in the geological sector. Her field experience began at the Khan-Altai gold deposit, followed by roles as a metallic minerals geologist and assistant spectral geologist at Plus Minerals and Mongolyn Alt (MAK) LLC. Throughout her career, she has presented her geological research through various domestic and international academic articles and conference presentations.

In 2023, she joined the international consulting teams of RPMGlobal and SLR Consulting. She is currently working on various domestic and international projects covering: Gold and Silver, Lead-Zinc and Nickel Laterite, Copper-Molybdenum and Iron Ore, Antimony and Rare Earth Elements (REEs)

Khaliunaa specializes in exploration and geological data validation, 3D modeling of mineralization and alteration, and block model auditing. She contributes to mineral resource estimation and evaluations, as well as the preparation of: JORC (Australasia) compliant resource reports, SK-1300 (US) technical reports, Feasibility Studies (FS).

Social Advocacy and Community Engagement

Beyond her technical work, she is actively involved in promoting the value of the geological sector to the public, local communities, and youth.

Ts. Mungunshagai is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the mining sector. Born in Murun, Khovsgol province, he began his career as a teacher and field geologist after graduating from the Darkhan Technical College in 2001.

He possesses extensive experience spanning basic research, exploration, mine operations, project management, and executive leadership at the Board level. Key highlights include:

Project Leadership: Led the "Burkhant-tolgoi-50" state geological mapping and "Eastern Mongolia-VII" comprehensive mapping projects.

Exploration: Contributed to over 20 exploration projects focusing on iron ore, gold, and coal.

Industry Advocacy: Since 2014, he has served as a Board Member of the Mongolian Professional Geologists’ Association (MPGA), actively influencing sector policy, legal frameworks, and market research to improve the quality of state-funded geological work.

Currently, Mungunshagai leads the Minegolia.mn project, where he is building an ecosystem to systematize Mongolian mining projects according to international standards and nurture them for global investment.

His specialized research focuses on

Standardization: Adapting PMBOK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) standards specifically for the geology and mining industries.

Business Environment: Advocating for sustainable development based on individual liberty, business ethics, and free-market competition. He frequently presents on the "Business Environment of the Mongolian Mining Sector."

The Executive Director of the Mongolian Association of Production Geologists (MAPG) is Bat-Erdene Boldkhuu, a geologist with international-level education and extensive practical experience in the mining industry.

He earned his Bachelor’s degree in geophysics and mineral exploration from the School of Geology and Petroleum at the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST). He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Geology from the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) at Curtin University, Australia.

Boldkhuu has over 13 years of experience in the sector. During his tenure of more than 6 years as a Geologist and Senior Geologist at Oyu Tolgoi LLC, he worked closely with teams in grade control, geometallurgy, structural-geological modeling, and short-to-medium-term planning. His work significantly contributed to production efficiency and operational safety.

Additionally, he has extensive experience presenting at international and regional scientific conferences on mine geology and has published numerous professional articles and research papers. He is a member of AusIMM and a dedicated advocate for industry leadership and youth engagement.

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Үйлдвэрлэлийн геологичдын холбооны удирдах зөвлөлийн гишүүний хувьд залуу үеийн геологичдын оролцоог нэмэгдүүлэх, эрэл хайгуул–хайгуул–ашиглалтын геологийн уялдаа холбоог бэхжүүлэх, мөн олон улсын жишигт нийцсэн үйлдвэрлэлийн геологийн арга барилыг дэмжин ажиллахыг зорьж байна.