Studio NPVS+ 1.0 introduces Maroma, a high-performance scheduling engine purpose-built to accelerate and streamline strategic mine planning.
Built on the trusted Studio NPVS platform, this next-generation release brings enhanced power and flexibility to long-term scheduling. The Maroma engine is a mixed integer programming solver that leverages a novel implementation of the BZ linear programming algorithm, allowing it to handle complex and large-scale optimisation problems that traditional solvers struggle with. Whether you’re dealing with vast data sets or tight scheduling constraints, Maroma delivers faster processing and more reliable results—without compromising performance on smaller tasks.
Studio NPVS+ brings together Scheduler, MAO, and MFO functions into a single, integrated workflow. This unified approach simplifies the scheduling process, enabling you to generate life-of-mine schedules in days rather than weeks. With a clean, intuitive interface, improved support for variable-length periods, and more robust constraint handling, the system adapts easily to different planning styles and experience levels.
One of the most significant advantages of Maroma is its ability to reduce the need for time-consuming iterative runs. The engine intelligently interprets input parameters to produce viable schedules more efficiently, freeing up time for higher-value strategic decisions. By consolidating key planning tools into a cohesive solution, Studio NPVS+ marks a significant shift away from legacy methods that required frequent manual adjustments.
While Multimine project support is slated for a future release, this initial version of Studio NPVS+ lays a strong foundation for upcoming strategic planning innovations. With faster performance and improved usability, it’s designed to help you move confidently from model to schedule—without unnecessary delays.
As the foundation for Datamine’s future strategic planning innovations, Studio NPVS+ is your gateway to faster, more robust mine planning and marks a major leap forward for efficiency and usability in long-term planning workflows.
About Studio NPVS+
Studio NPVS+ is an end-to-end strategic mine planning solution that enables mine engineers to optimise the physical mine geometry and long-term schedules of open pit deposits. Powered by the groundbreaking Maroma scheduler, Studio NPVS+ supports all tasks including data preparation, pit optimisation, pushback generation, cut-off grade optimisation, scheduling, haulage optimisation, and stockpile management. The innovative pushback generator and advanced scheduling capabilities ensure practical results which consider implications over the entire life of the mine. Built on Datamine Studio’s core platform, mine planners also benefit from onboard graphical visualisation and editing tools, enabling them to complete entire strategic planning studies within a single platform.
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