Download AME Direct

To make it easier for you to access our research we are pleased to offer AME Direct. This application operates on your computer and allows you to select and view any of our research.


AME Mineral Economics offers detailed economic and technical knowledge on the metals, mining and energy sectors. 


We can tell you about the future viability of each industry or the profitability of individual mines, smelters, refineries or steel and HBI plants. 


This data is accessed by installing AME Direct, which is a Windows application that resides on your PC and allows for the latest reports to be downloaded to your computer.


AME Direct is:

  • fast – we utilise rapid packet technology
  • easy to use – filter tools that allow intuitive navigation
  • interactive – the Cost Modeller software encourages you to change key variables "on the fly" and instantly observe the results. You can also merge datasheets to compare specific information over a number of industries
  • timely – our analysis and data is continually updated with new releases
  • portable – our research is stored on your PC and can be retrieved offline


Download AME Direct here


Installation Instructions
(You might like to print these instructions so that you can refer to them if this window is closed.)

Please note that in order to install AME Direct you will require Administrative access to your computer system - contact your I.T Department if you are not sure.

  • Click the Download AME Direct link above.
  • When you are asked what you would like to do with this file, choose to Save it to your hard disk.
  • You will be asked to specify a location to save the file. Save it to any convenient location (e.g. “My Documents”) but make sure you remember where you save it. The file is named “AMESetupxxx.exe” (where xxx is the version number).
  • When the download is complete, close the Internet Browser window and also close any other applications that are running.
  • Find and double-click the file you saved on your hard disk - remember it is named “AMESetupxxx.exe”.
  • You will now be guided through the installation process. A folder will be created on your computer for storing the AME Direct files, and icons will be created on your Desktop and in your Start menu.
  • To start AME Direct, double-click the icon on your Desktop or select it from the Start menu.
  • The first time you use AME Direct you will be asked to enter your current identifying details – i.e. your email address and password as registered with AME.