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Geology and mine planning software for all mining methods
As of 30 August 2026, Surpac's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. GEOVIA Surpac is a geology and mine planning software trusted by mining operations worldwide for its powerful 3D graphics and workflow automation. Softwr lists it under Mining. Surpac is made by Dassault Systemes GEOVIA, launched in 1981, available on Windows.
Overview
GEOVIA Surpac is a geology and mine planning software trusted by mining operations worldwide for its powerful 3D graphics and workflow automation. It provides comprehensive solutions for exploration, modeling, mine design, and production planning across open pit and underground mining operations.
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Pricing
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Surpac Core
$6,000 /yr
Surpac Advanced
$12,000 /yr
Surpac Complete
$20,000 /yr
Capabilities
Geological database
Block modeling
Mine design
Resource estimation
Workflow automation
MineSched
Integration with MineSched
PCBC
Integration with PCBC
Whittle
Integration with Whittle
GEMS
Integration with GEMS
3DEXPERIENCE
Integration with 3DEXPERIENCE
Windows support
Available on windows
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GEOVIA Surpac does not publish pricing on its website. Pricing must be obtained by contacting Dassault Systèmes directly through their sales process.
SourceThe product page does not mention a self-service trial. To access a trial or demo, you need to contact the sales team through the website's contact form.
SourceThe product page does not specify different editions or licensing options. Details about licensing variations are available only through direct contact with Dassault Systèmes.
SourceTo get started, you can join the GEOVIA user community or contact Dassault Systèmes directly using the contact link on the product page.
SourceBehind it
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3D geological modeling and visualization software
Mine planning and optimization software for scheduling and economics
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Drilling programme management for mineral exploration teams and drilling contractors
Per month by shift or plod volumeFleet management and dispatch for open-pit mines, sold on an explicit open interoperability stance
quoteIntegrated technology for mining fleet management