The Dominga iron and copper mining project involves the construction of two open-pit mines, a mineral processing plant, a water desalination plant, as well as a seaport shipping terminal in the town of Totoralillo Norte, Chile.
Full storyThe most common risk to companies operating in Latin America is related to employment laws and obligations. As part of our blogs series on labour considerations, we provide information on the types of benefits, social security, and leave that employees have as per Chilean Labour Laws.
Full storyProductivity in the Chilean mining industry has lagged that of other developed mining jurisdictions for some time. In response to these concerns, the government conducted a study in 2018 through Comisión Nacional de Productividad (CNP). We provide a summary of the report.
Full storyThe Chilean presidential primaries took place over the weekend. When the polls closed and the votes were counted last Sunday, two new candidates emerged. Check out our brief overview of their platforms.
Full storyLas Bambas is one of the largest copper mines to come online in recent years. It is an open-pit mine located at altitude of about 4000 meters above sea level. The project began commercial production in July 2016 and has an operational life of more than 20 years.
Full storyWe interviewed Juan Maita Postigo, Senior Engineer who specializes in maintenance, strategy, and development. His career has spanned some of the top mining companies in Chile.
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