Mapping the Intellectual Landscape of Mining Supply Chain Management: A Bibliometric Review

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Document Type : Review Article

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1 Faculty of Mining, Petroleum and Geophysics Engineering, Shahrood University of Technology; Shahrood, Iran;

2 Faculty of Mining, Petroleum and Geophysics Engineering, Shahrood University of Technology; Shahrood, Iran

3 Department of Technology and Safety, UiT, The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway

10.22034/anm.2026.23390.1689

Abstract

Mining supply chain management (MSCM) is an interdisciplinary and increasingly complex research field that integrates sustainability, risk management, logistics, and technological innovation. Despite the growing number of publications in this domain, there has been a notable absence of a comprehensive bibliometric review to systematically analyze and synthesize the existing body of knowledge. This study aims to address this gap by conducting a detailed analysis of 152 research articles published between 2003 and 2025, retrieved from the Web of Science database. Utilizing advanced bibliometric tools such as VOSviewer, the literature was categorized into nine thematic areas, including environmental protection, logistics, inventory control, economic issues, and technological advancements. The analysis not only identifies leading authors and high-impact journals but also examines publication trends and keyword clusters, providing valuable insights into the intellectual structure and evolution of MSCM over the past two decades. Key findings from the study reveal a significant shift in research focus toward sustainability, resilience, and digitalization in recent years, reflecting the growing importance of these themes in addressing contemporary challenges in the mining industry. Additionally, the study highlights critical research gaps, particularly in the development of robust risk management models and comprehensive sustainability frameworks, which are essential for enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of mining supply chains. The findings underscore the need for future interdisciplinary research that bridges these gaps and explores innovative solutions to the complex challenges faced by the mining sector. By offering a holistic overview of the current state of MSCM research, this study provides a foundation for advancing knowledge and guiding future academic and practical endeavors in this field.

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Journal of Analytical and Numerical Methods in Mining Engineering

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 13 January 2026

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  • Receive Date: 14 August 2025
  • Revise Date: 06 January 2026
  • Accept Date: 13 January 2026

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