EXPONOR and the Region

EXPONOR, an exhibition held in Antofagasta – Chile every two years, showcases the latest advances aimed at the mining sector. It is a strategic source of information on future investments, and an opportunity to connect on site with companies and exhibitors. It has a comprehensive program of activities aimed at generating business opportunities and creating and strengthening national and international business networks.

The Antofagasta Region has established itself as the mining capital of Chile and the world, as it contributes 54% of the production of metallic and non-metallic minerals nationwide and 16% of world productionIt also leads the portfolio of mining projects in the 2018-2025 period, covering 42% of all initiatives amounting to US $ 28,025 millionaccording to the Chilean Copper Commission, Cochilco (see report by clicking here).

Meanwhile, the Antofagasta Region has positioned itself as a benchmark in the Energy Industry by contributing 6,187 MW to the National Electric System (SEN), highlighting the generation of renewable energy that reaches 19% through photovoltaic, wind, geothermal and co-generation. The Antofagasta Region project portfolio reaches US $ 24,052 millionleading the development of renewable energies (91% of the total portfolio) and being a pioneer in developing technologies such as geothermal energy and solar power concentration ( CSP).