Testimonials
“Although Dr. Pierce is among the leaders in technical studies and operational support for mass mining, it is his communication and team engagement style that is responsible for the strong working relationship we have today. His ability to engage, educate, and galvanize our teams continues to provide novel and practical deliverables as well as building internal skillsets within our organization.”
— Ryan Campbell, Geomechanical Specialist (PT Freeport Indonesia)
"Working with Matt opened my eyes to what the future of geotechnical modelling can look like, taking rock strength test data and applying machine learning techniques to populate a wider dataset, then applying those results in integrated geotechnical block modelling.
“An effective communicator who brings you along every step of the way, I look forward to collaborating with him in the future and whole-heartedly recommend him to others looking for specialist input into their projects."
— Peter Stonestreet, Senior Structural Geologist (Newcrest Mining Limited)
"We asked a contact at Freeport for the names of block caving specialists that they would recommend, and Matt was at the top of the list. Matt brought tremendous insight into understanding cave mining to our due diligence process, with a great combination of theoretical and practical knowledge. Matt was a pleasure to work and travel with.
"Matt brings a dedicated and personal approach and clearly cares deeply about this work and the success of his clients."
"We would not hesitate to recommend Matt on the strength of his capability, dedication, knowledge and character."
—James Dendle, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development (Triple Flag Precious Metals)
"Dr. Matthew Pierce is a highly respected international expert in the solution of rock mechanics problems in mining. From Hecla Mining’s experience, Dr. Pierce’s expertise is broad – ranging from rock mass characterization, mine design, numerical modeling and providing practical, experienced-based mining advice.
“His work on the design of a hard rock room and pillar layout for our Montanore silver-copper project in Montana (the largest unmined silver-copper resource in the US) was invaluable.
“He was able to explain the 2012 progressive pillar failures at the nearby Troy Mine which was of concern in our studies as it is in the same geologic conditions. Dr. Pierce identified the significant importance of applied shear stresses in failure of the pillars resulting from the moderate dip of the seam and was able to incorporate this knowledge into simple pillar design charts. This work was used as a basis for our feasibility studies, allowing us to proceed on a sound design basis and confidence of future stable mining conditions.
— Mark Board, Vice President Technical Services (ret), (Hecla Mining Company, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho)