Our story
With over 35 years of experience, Minelab's story is one of relentless innovation. By pioneering ground-breaking tools and advanced treasure hunting solutions, Minelab has revolutionised metal detection, enabling users to achieve remarkable discoveries across diverse terrains.
About Us
Minelab is a global leader in metal detection technology, dedicated to helping adventurers, professionals and hobbyists uncover hidden treasures and valuable discoveries. With decades of expertise, we innovate cutting-edge tools designed for precision, reliability and performance in all environments. At Minelab, we empower exploration, making every journey one of discovery and success.
Mission
Our Mission is to revolutionise the world of metal detection through continuous innovation and cutting-edge technology. We strive to provide unmatched solutions that empower customers to explore, discover and uncover with confidence and precision. By maintaining a strong focus on integrity, communication and respect, we aim to build lasting relationships with our community.
Our Values
Minelab is committed to delivering exceptional customer care by providing comprehensive resources and ensuring high-quality technology.
Innovation
Integrity
Respect
Excellence
- Minelab's Foundation in Australia
- ELDORADO MARK II launched
- FT 16000 launched
- SOVEREIGN Series launched (1991)
- EXCALIBUR Series launched - Minelab's first underwater metal detector (1993)
- Headquarters moved to Rose Park, South Australia (1994)
- XT 17000 launched
- STERLING launched
- TRIBUNE launched
- MUSKETEER launched
- SOVEREIGN XS launched
- GOLD STRIKER launched
- SD 2000 launched
- SD Series detectors launched (1995)
- Australia Post, Australia Day Council Business Award (1996)
- Headquarters moved to Torrensville, South Australia (1997)
- Countermine division created (1997)
- F1A4 mine detectors launched (1997)
- Certificate ISO 9001 (1997)
- Minelab International established in Ireland (1998)
- Minelab USA established in the U.S. (1998)
- AusIndustry Innovation Prize (1998)
- National Winner IBM Business Owner Award (1998)
- Telstra and Australian Governments' Australian Small Business of the Year Award (1998)
- EXPLORER Series launched (1999)
- Electronics Industry Association "Gold Cup for Excellence in Innovation & Commercialisation" (2000)
- City of West Torrens Business Award for outstanding contribution towards the Economic Development of the City of West Torrens (2000)
- Design Institute of Australia - Design Citation for Explorer Metal Detector (2000)
- GP Series launched (2000)
- Innovator of the Year (2002)
- Recognised Supplier for Australian Department of Defence (2002)
- F3 mine detectors launched (2002)
- Array mine detectors developed (2002)
- Torrensville site extensions completed (2003)
- Acquisition of Parketronics (2005)
- AusIndustry Award in recognition of commitment to business excellence and in particular for innovation in the development of metal sensing technology (2005)
- X-TERRA Series launched (2005)
- AusIndustry Award in recognition of commitment to business excellence and in particular the company's ongoing commitment to business and technical excellence in the invention, development, manufacture, marketing and distribution of innovative metal detect
- GPX Series launched (2006)
- Recognised Supplier of Strategic Capabilities for Australian Department of Defence (2007)
- L-3 Communications CyTerra Corp and United States Army in recognition of 5000th AN/PSS14 Mine Detecting Set (2007)
- Codan acquires Minelab (2008)
- Winner - Engineering Excellence Award for SETA technology used in GPX-4500 (2008)
- Finalist - Engineering Excellence Award for Array metal detector development (2009)
- GOLD MONSTER 1000 launched
- EQUINOX 600 launched
- EQUINOX 800 launched
- VANQUISH 340 launched
- VANQUISH 440 launched
- VANQUISH 540 launched
- VANQUISH 540 Pro-Pack released
- GPX 5000
- GO-FIND 11 launched
- GO-FIND 22 launched
- GO-FIND 44 launched
- GO-FIND 66 launched
- Minelab expansion establishes office in Brazil
- GOLD MONSTER 1000 launched
- EQUINOX 600 launched
- EQUINOX 800 launched
- VANQUISH 340 launched
- VANQUISH 440 launched
- VANQUISH 540 launched
- VANQUISH 540 Pro-Pack released
- GPX 5000
- GO-FIND 11 launched
- GO-FIND 22 launched
- GO-FIND 44 launched
- GO-FIND 66 launched
- Minelab expansion establishes office in Brazil
- Minelab expansion establishes office in Mexico
- GPX 6000 launched
- MANTICORE launched
- EQUINOX 700 launched
- EQUINOX 900 launched
- PRO-FIND 40 released
- X-TERRA VOYAGER launched
- X-TERRA PRO launched
- X-TERRA ELITE launched
- X-TERRA ELITE Expedition Pack released
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