Drawing on developments discussed at the successful InternationalLaterite Symposium held in 1979, these proceedings from the 2004symposium will provide updates on certain projects and developmentsdiscussed in 1979, as well as cover developments in the interimperiod in: GeologyMineralogyMiningFundamentals/Research & DevelopmentEmerging TechnologiesPyrometallurgy: Designs, Projects, Start-ups, andOperationsHydrometallurgy: Designs, Projects, Start-ups, andOperationsThis comprehensive coverage will be a valuable reference toolfor professionals involved in the research, planning, design, andoperations of laterite nickel mines and processing facilities.From 2004 TMS Annual Meeting to be held inCharlotte, North Carolina, March 14-18, 2004.