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CMP and Japan Bank for International Cooperation Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cooperation in the Field of Carbon Neutral Growth
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Chile's largest iron ore supplier, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) will strengthen their relationship and promote the structuring of projects to increase the resilience of iron ore supply chains.
CMP is recognized for being the first mining company to reach 60% female participation in its executive committee
The president of Women In Mining, Ana Salazar, distinguished the company represented by its general manager, Francisco Carvajal, in a ceremony that was also attended by the Minister of Mining, Aurora Williams. An important recognition was received by Compañía Minera del Campo...
Compañía Minera del Pacífico, Enel X and Verschae present first fleet of 100% electric buses for mining and inaugurate the first electroterminal in the Atacama Region
The project includes the incorporation of 45 new electric buses supplied by renewable energy and the construction of four modern electroterminals, which group 17 charging points for simultaneous supply in the valleys of Huasco, Elqui and Copiapó.....
CMP secures fleet of electric trucks for its leached tailings project
The first battery-powered mining cargo transport driven by the company arrived at Planta Pellets' facilities in Huasco. With a capacity of 55 tons, a series of industrial pilot tests were carried out for future operation at the plant.
CMP implements fiber optics in educational establishments of Huasco
The installation, executed by Entel, allows the connection of up to 380 users per site. In order to strengthen the training processes of the future young talents of the territory, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) implemented the connectivity...
CMP and Women In Mining Chile sign agreement to promote gender inclusion and equality in mining
CMP and Women In Mining Chile sign agreement to promote inclusion and gender equality in mining Through this agreement, the mining company commits to contribute and support WIM in generating and promoting the participation and professional development of women in mining....
Hydroacoustic Observatory will benefit communities in the Coquimbo Region thanks to innovative project
- Many families throughout the country live near the sea, however, are they really aware of the marine species that surround them? In order to bring communities closer to the ocean, a Hydroacoustic Observatory will be inaugurated. Raising awareness about the importance...
Students from rural schools in La Serena participate in an interactive visit to Fray Jorge Park for Environmental Month
As part of the activities to commemorate Environment Month, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) visited the Bosque Fray Jorge National Park together with three rural schools in La Serena. The day was attended by the students of the...
Incahuasi, Cachiyuyo and Domeyko organizations close CMP Culture Fund projects
Various groups from three localities of the commune of Vallenar met in Incahuasi to conclude the 2023 Culture Fund promoted by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), where they exhibited their creations and elaborations, among them...
Jaime Charles Scholarship: we continue to promote the education of young people in the region
Compañía Minera del Pacífico announced the award of 69 new scholarships to promote education for students in the Atacama and Coquimbo regions, specifically in the Copiapó, Huasco and Elqui valleys. This benefit bears the name of Jaime Charles, in honor of...
Successful Triathlon held in Huasco
On Saturday, May 27th, a great sporting event took place in the port commune, where more than 55 athletes from various parts of the country gathered to give life to the 'Huasco Triathlon 2023', successfully organized by the Huasco Sports Club and the Huasco...
STEM: robotics workshop held for 7th and 8th grade girls
With the aim of promoting education as a key tool for the development of the territories, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), in collaboration with the company Finning, launched the Educational Robotics Workshop aimed at 7th and 8th grade girls from...
We stand out in emissions reduction with the first natural gas and diesel ship to arrive in Chile
Reaching a new milestone in Chilean mining, Puerto Guacolda II of Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) received the arrival of the first natural gas and fuel hybrid vessel for the transport of mining bulk cargo, becoming an example of efficiency in...
CMP and Caldera's fishing organizations sign important collaboration agreement
The initiative contemplates an investment of close to US$4.9 million for the development of the sector over a period of four years. Caldera, April 2023 - With the objective of promoting shared growth between the artisanal fishing sector of Caldera and Compañía...
We support the UCN Coquimbo's Social Pre-University program.
Since 2017, the Universidad Católica del Norte, Coquimbo branch, has been carrying out its Social Pre-University, through its Pastoral and Christian Culture Department, a project born from the students of the house of studies so that young people in the fourth year of high school and...
Trials advance on project to cover DRF with native flora species
In the search for a sustainable solution for the disposal of tailings from the Pellet Plant in Huasco, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) has launched an ecological restoration project that will cover with native flora species of the area the material...
Pellet Plant celebrates its 45th anniversary, outlining new challenges
March 15, 1978 was a historic day for the port town of Huasco and its people. On that Wednesday, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) officially inaugurated the Guacolda II Pellet Plant and Port of Guacolda II, which became the main site for the...
We are the first mining company to promote an executive committee with gender parity
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) announced the appointment of three new managers to its executive committee, which as of March 1, 2023 is composed of 5 women and 5 men. In this way, the company became the first mining company in...
We participated in the campaign "Atacama Helps the South".
Following the fires that occurred in the southern part of the country this summer, the Regional Government, the Presidential Delegation and the various departments and other agencies of the Atacama region joined a campaign to support the disaster area. Together with them, CMP and...
We started professional internships for students in the Atacama and Coquimbo regions.
The 2023 process began with 89 students from professional technical high schools and 44 university students from the country. 133 students from professional technical high schools and universities will begin their internships at CMP's operations in its various facilities....
Caldera Impulsa III: Initiative succeeds in delivering 24 food carts to entrepreneurs of the commune
The entrepreneurs also received advice and training to enable them to fully develop their businesses. The initiative has benefited more than 164 businesses in three years. January 20, 2023. Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), Aguas Cap,...
With 950 passengers, the magic of the Christmas Train returns to the Valley
The magic of Christmas, the excitement of experiencing a unique journey and the memories of yesteryear were the protagonists in the return of the Christmas Train, a journey organized by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and Ferronor in which more than 950 people participated: neighbors and...
Artisanal fishing women meet and organize to consolidate their leadership in Atacama
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), in direct line with its purpose, seeks to promote gender equity, highlight the role of women and contribute to their sustainable development in the territory. In this sense, the company has joined the initiative Mesa de la Mujer de...
We are recognized as having the lowest accident rate in the Chilean mining industry
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) was recognized with the "Exploitation of Mines and Quarries" award for its 6 million hours worked without occupational accidents during the year 2021, positioning itself as the company with the lowest incident rate in the...
More than 80 thousand people visited the Dinosaur Expo
In order to strengthen the enhancement of local heritage as a strategy for the integral development of the territory, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Corporación de Investigación y Avance...
We are the first private mining company to implement a 40-hour workday.
As of October of this year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) became the first private mining company in the country to introduce a 40-hour work week, as has been happening in different productive sectors nationwide. A...
From Vallenar to the world: EDUFEST captivates Huasco students
On October 4 and 5, Vallenar was the epicenter of the second version of the International Educational Theater Festival: EDUFEST, which featured performances at the Algarrobo Sports Club of CMP, where schools of the Local Education Service (Servicio Local de Educación...
Guayacán neighbors learn masonry and plumbing trades
During the last few months, a total of 16 residents of the town of Guayacán deepened their knowledge in ceramic tile and floating floor installation techniques, masonry, as well as the application of paint on different surfaces, fulfilling the requirements of the...
Successful literacy support program expands in the territory
In 2020, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Sara Raier de Rassmuss Foundation joined forces to bring the Alfadeca program, which promotes literacy skills in elementary school children, to the region. This is how, through counseling and...
Launch of the second version of the Culture Fund in the Elqui Valley
Compañía Minería del Pacífico launched the second version of its Culture Fund for the year 2022 with the residents of the Covico and Fedeco sectors of Coquimbo, in an emotional and unprecedented event that made those present sing, dance and cry. The activity...
More knowledge, better use: delivering organic matter to Huasco farmers
As part of the Agroemprende program, which aims to provide advice and support for the sustainable work of farms in the territory, CMP delivered kilos of organic matter to 19 farmers in Huasco and its surroundings. This contribution, which is characterized by...
Progress is being made on measures to improve environmental management in Guayacán
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) is implementing a series of measures to improve the environmental management of the port of Guayacán, as part of the agreements reached with the community to consolidate a sustainable operation in the short and medium term. ....
Caldera students receive support to be part of sustainable competition in Sweden
In an emotional ceremony, a symbolic check for $10 million was presented to two students from the Manuel Blanco Encalada High School, through a public-private partnership between the Municipality of Caldera and Compañía Minera del Pacífico - CMP. The...
Children from Guayacán share with Chocolo the dog and his friends.
A thousand people arrived this Wednesday, August 31, at the esplanade of the Guayacán church to celebrate the closing of the month of children, an activity organized by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) to provide an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment and...
Sonami distinguishes the sustainable development of the Magnetite Plant
As part of the commemoration of the Day of the Miner and the Mining Company, the National Mining Society (Sonami) and the Tierra Amarilla Mining Association presented the 'San Lorenzo' award to Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), for its commitment to the creation of new mining...
Outstanding security management in 2021
Two awards for its commitment to the development of safe, sustainable and inclusive mining were granted to Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) by the Regional Mining Safety Committee (Coresemin), one of the main institutions that promote the development of safe, sustainable and inclusive...
Together with Finning, we promote STEM disciplines in Vallenar and Huasco.
The event, held on Saturday, August 27 at the Algarrobo sports center in Vallenar, was aimed at promoting, from an early age, skills and knowledge in STEM disciplines, i.e. science, technology, engineering and mathematics, in the hope of developing...
We planted 350 olive trees with the community of Incahuasi
In a symbolic activity framed in the commitment to the environment, the community of Incahuasi and Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) planted 350 ornamental olive trees. The plantation is located on land donated by the company and is located in a...
Call for 100 women leaders in the Huasco Valley
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), committed to the sustainable development of the territory and its people, and within the framework of its Acción Emprende program, will reward the good ideas and efforts of 100 women leaders from the province of Huasco, who through a series of...
We delivered rescue equipment to Caldera's firefighters.
The ceremony of the first stone of the new fire station of the Caldera commune, which will house the 2nd company of the port commune, was the framework chosen for Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), to deliver rescue and emergency equipment to the new fire station of...
Fundación Hay Mujeres recognizes our commitment to inclusion and women's leadership
Fundación Hay Mujeres highlighted the new ambassadors who assumed the commitment to carry out actions that promote the participation of women in decision-making spaces and public debate. They are a group of 15 men, among which was selected the...
New application process for entrepreneurship and sports funds in Huasco has begun.
Committed to the shared growth of the territories, and for the third consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) invites entrepreneurs, micro-entrepreneurs and athletes from the province of Huasco to apply for its 'Emprende', 'Reactiva' and 'Vive el...
FondoproOlivo delivers salt and ponds to olive growers in the province of Huasco
In the town of El Pino, a new benefit delivery ceremony was held for olive growers enrolled in the ProOlivo Fund. Specifically, 170 thousand kilos of salt and 33 storage ponds were granted, which are essential to maintain and improve the quality of the...
Environmental and health indicators improved in Huasco
With a global investment of more than US$382 million, CMP has been implementing a series of measures that seek to promote sustainable operations in the Huasco district, in line with its purpose of promoting a different type of mining that grows together with the territories and their communities....
Young people from Huasco explore Industry 4.0 at mining fair organized together with ANDRITZ Chile
A group of outstanding students from the province of Huasco were the guests of honor at the Mining Technology Fair organized by CMP and ANDRITZ Chile at the Algarrobo Sports Club in Vallenar. The activity, which brought together students from the Ambrosio O'Higgins School and...
We started the Dual Education Program for students from the Copiapó Valley.
Through a ceremony that marks the milestone of the start of the Dual 2022 Program, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) welcomed the students participating in this period, who will carry out internships at the Mina Cerro Negro Norte de Copiapó and Planta...
We delivered construction materials to the Association of Pirquineros de Inca de Oro
With the delivery of construction materials for the repair of damage to homes in Inca de Oro, after the floods that affected the town last March, CMP was present in the mining commune to support the families, most of whom belonged to the local community....
Earth Day: highlighting the progress of our sustainability projects
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), the main iron ore producer in the country, has been developing during the last few months a comprehensive environmental improvement plan, applicable in its three operational valleys, Copiapó, Huasco and Elqui. This effort, which takes...
CMP, the company with the best payment performance for SMEs
In the midst of an economic scenario that has mainly affected the country's SMEs, this week was released the Ranking of Payers for the fourth quarter of 2021, developed by the Bolsa de Productos (BPC) and the Chilean Association of Entrepreneurs (Asech).
We are launching the Dual Education Program for students from the Copiapó Valley.
Through a ceremony that marks the milestone of the start of the Dual 2022 Program, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) welcomed the students participating in this period, who will carry out internships at the Mina Cerro Negro Norte de Copiapó and Planta...
We open the doors of our sites through the renewed 'Open House' program.
Since September of last year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) has opened the doors of its operations to the communities and organizations of the territories of which it forms part. The initiative took its first steps at the Pellet Plant and the...
With an emphasis on sustainability, we began construction of the DRF
On Thursday, February 10, and in line with the obligations established in the environmental authorizations, workers of the Humeres company received training on paleontology and archeology.
We implemented a new electric shovel at Mina Los Colorados.
Tuesday, March 22 was a major milestone for the company and its different way of mining. It was the official inauguration of the new 100% electric shovel at Mina Los Colorados.
Funds were given to entrepreneurs and sportsmen and women of the Huasco Valley
For the second consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico called local athletes and entrepreneurs to apply for its 'Vive el Deporte en Huasco', 'Emprende CMP' and 'Reactiva tu Negocio' funds, each with an amount of up to one million pesos per initiative.
35 young apprentices join our operations in the Huasco Valley
With the aim of enhancing its processes through new perspectives and contributing to the development of young local talent, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) held the entrance ceremonies for the Apprentices 2021 program, composed on this occasion of 35 applicants who will deploy their skills in the operations of Los Colorados Mine, Pellet Plant and Puerto Guacolda II, located in the commune of Huasco.
We will be part of UCN's first External Advisory Council of Linking with the Environment.
The constitution of the First External Advisory Council of the Universidad Católica del Norte, in which the General Manager of CMP Francisco Carvajal participated, is a sign of the co-responsibility and commitment of the UCN with the territories of which it is part, and will serve as a permanent feedback channel on the needs of the environment, in order to safeguard the relevance of teaching and research and, therefore, of the contribution that the University makes to the country.
We delivered refurbished computers to the José Miguel Carrera school in Huasco.
In an intimate ceremony, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) delivered 15 computers, completely refurbished, to the community of the José Miguel Carrera school, under the Local Public Education Service (SLEP) Huasco.
We renovated the facilities of our Port of Guayacán in Coquimbo.
During January 2022, Compañía Minera del Pacífico's (CMP) Guayacán Port will stop operations for approximately one month. The purpose of this operational action is to carry out a series of important works in its facilities that will allow improving its production process and, at the same time, a better control of its emissions of particulate matter to the environment.
We implemented our first electric buses in the Huasco Valley.
As part of an important investment plan and environmental and social improvement projects, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) inaugurated the operation of two 100% electric buses for the daily transportation of workers from their homes to the Pellet Plant and Los Colorados Mine in Huasco.
We signed a collaboration agreement to initiate marine surveys in Caleta Zenteno.
In a ceremony headed by the Seremi of Public Works, Alfredo Campbell Aguilar, the Sustainability Manager of Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), Patrick McNab and the Director of Port Works, Luis Verdugo Cerón, among other local authorities, an agreement was signed to start the marine drilling works.
Magnetite plant, the largest mining circular economy project in Chile
At the national level, mining has established itself as the industry with the greatest contribution to the country, contributing 12.5% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2020, according to data from the Central Bank. In turn, in terms of employability, it generates approximately 3% of the country's...
We will decarbonize the pellet plant, significantly reducing atmospheric emissions.
Compañía Minera del Pacífico, CMP, concerned about global warming and the quality of life in the territory.
Entrepreneurship and sports funds awarded in the province of Huasco
For the second consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico called local athletes and entrepreneurs to apply to its 'Vive el Deporte en Huasco', 'Emprende CMP' and 'Reactiva tu Negocio' funds, each of them with an amount of up to one million pesos per person....
CMP and Japan Bank for International Cooperation Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Strengthen Cooperation in the Field of Carbon Neutral Growth
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Chile's largest iron ore supplier, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) will strengthen their relationship and promote the structuring of projects to increase the resilience of iron ore supply chains.
CMP is recognized for being the first mining company to reach 60% female participation in its executive committee
The president of Women In Mining, Ana Salazar, distinguished the company represented by its general manager, Francisco Carvajal, in a ceremony that was also attended by the Minister of Mining, Aurora Williams. An important recognition was received by Compañía Minera del Campo...
Compañía Minera del Pacífico, Enel X and Verschae present first fleet of 100% electric buses for mining and inaugurate the first electroterminal in the Atacama Region
The project includes the incorporation of 45 new electric buses supplied by renewable energy and the construction of four modern electroterminals, which group 17 charging points for simultaneous supply in the valleys of Huasco, Elqui and Copiapó.....
CMP secures fleet of electric trucks for its leached tailings project
The first battery-powered mining cargo transport driven by the company arrived at Planta Pellets' facilities in Huasco. With a capacity of 55 tons, a series of industrial pilot tests were carried out for future operation at the plant.
CMP implements fiber optics in educational establishments of Huasco
The installation, executed by Entel, allows the connection of up to 380 users per site. In order to strengthen the training processes of the future young talents of the territory, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) implemented the connectivity...
CMP and Women In Mining Chile sign agreement to promote gender inclusion and equality in mining
CMP and Women In Mining Chile sign agreement to promote inclusion and gender equality in mining Through this agreement, the mining company commits to contribute and support WIM in generating and promoting the participation and professional development of women in mining....
Hydroacoustic Observatory will benefit communities in the Coquimbo Region thanks to innovative project
- Many families throughout the country live near the sea, however, are they really aware of the marine species that surround them? In order to bring communities closer to the ocean, a Hydroacoustic Observatory will be inaugurated. Raising awareness about the importance...
Students from rural schools in La Serena participate in an interactive visit to Fray Jorge Park for Environmental Month
As part of the activities to commemorate Environment Month, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) visited the Bosque Fray Jorge National Park together with three rural schools in La Serena. The day was attended by the students of the...
Incahuasi, Cachiyuyo and Domeyko organizations close CMP Culture Fund projects
Various groups from three localities of the commune of Vallenar met in Incahuasi to conclude the 2023 Culture Fund promoted by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), where they exhibited their creations and elaborations, among them...
Successful Triathlon held in Huasco
On Saturday, May 27th, a great sporting event took place in the port commune, where more than 55 athletes from various parts of the country gathered to give life to the 'Huasco Triathlon 2023', successfully organized by the Huasco Sports Club and the Huasco...
We stand out in emissions reduction with the first natural gas and diesel ship to arrive in Chile
Reaching a new milestone in Chilean mining, Puerto Guacolda II of Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) received the arrival of the first natural gas and fuel hybrid vessel for the transport of mining bulk cargo, becoming an example of efficiency in...
Pellet Plant celebrates its 45th anniversary, outlining new challenges
March 15, 1978 was a historic day for the port town of Huasco and its people. On that Wednesday, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) officially inaugurated the Guacolda II Pellet Plant and Port of Guacolda II, which became the main site for the...
We are the first mining company to promote an executive committee with gender parity
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) announced the appointment of three new managers to its executive committee, which as of March 1, 2023 is composed of 5 women and 5 men. In this way, the company became the first mining company in...
More than 80 thousand people visited the Dinosaur Expo
In order to strengthen the enhancement of local heritage as a strategy for the integral development of the territory, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Corporación de Investigación y Avance...
We are the first private mining company to implement a 40-hour workday.
As of October of this year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) became the first private mining company in the country to introduce a 40-hour work week, as has been happening in different productive sectors nationwide. A...
Progress is being made on measures to improve environmental management in Guayacán
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) is implementing a series of measures to improve the environmental management of the port of Guayacán, as part of the agreements reached with the community to consolidate a sustainable operation in the short and medium term. ....
Sonami distinguishes the sustainable development of the Magnetite Plant
As part of the commemoration of the Day of the Miner and the Mining Company, the National Mining Society (Sonami) and the Tierra Amarilla Mining Association presented the 'San Lorenzo' award to Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), for its commitment to the creation of new mining...
Outstanding security management in 2021
Two awards for its commitment to the development of safe, sustainable and inclusive mining were granted to Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) by the Regional Mining Safety Committee (Coresemin), one of the main institutions that promote the development of safe, sustainable and inclusive...
Fundación Hay Mujeres recognizes our commitment to inclusion and women's leadership
Fundación Hay Mujeres highlighted the new ambassadors who assumed the commitment to carry out actions that promote the participation of women in decision-making spaces and public debate. They are a group of 15 men, among which was selected the...
CMP, the company with the best payment performance for SMEs
In the midst of an economic scenario that has mainly affected the country's SMEs, this week was released the Ranking of Payers for the fourth quarter of 2021, developed by the Bolsa de Productos (BPC) and the Chilean Association of Entrepreneurs (Asech).
We open the doors of our sites through the renewed 'Open House' program.
Since September of last year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) has opened the doors of its operations to the communities and organizations of the territories of which it forms part. The initiative took its first steps at the Pellet Plant and the...
With an emphasis on sustainability, we began construction of the DRF
On Thursday, February 10, and in line with the obligations established in the environmental authorizations, workers of the Humeres company received training on paleontology and archeology.
We implemented a new electric shovel at Mina Los Colorados.
Tuesday, March 22 was a major milestone for the company and its different way of mining. It was the official inauguration of the new 100% electric shovel at Mina Los Colorados.
35 young apprentices join our operations in the Huasco Valley
With the aim of enhancing its processes through new perspectives and contributing to the development of young local talent, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) held the entrance ceremonies for the Apprentices 2021 program, composed on this occasion of 35 applicants who will deploy their skills in the operations of Los Colorados Mine, Pellet Plant and Puerto Guacolda II, located in the commune of Huasco.
We will be part of UCN's first External Advisory Council of Linking with the Environment.
The constitution of the First External Advisory Council of the Universidad Católica del Norte, in which the General Manager of CMP Francisco Carvajal participated, is a sign of the co-responsibility and commitment of the UCN with the territories of which it is part, and will serve as a permanent feedback channel on the needs of the environment, in order to safeguard the relevance of teaching and research and, therefore, of the contribution that the University makes to the country.
We delivered refurbished computers to the José Miguel Carrera school in Huasco.
In an intimate ceremony, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) delivered 15 computers, completely refurbished, to the community of the José Miguel Carrera school, under the Local Public Education Service (SLEP) Huasco.
We renovated the facilities of our Port of Guayacán in Coquimbo.
During January 2022, Compañía Minera del Pacífico's (CMP) Guayacán Port will stop operations for approximately one month. The purpose of this operational action is to carry out a series of important works in its facilities that will allow improving its production process and, at the same time, a better control of its emissions of particulate matter to the environment.
We implemented our first electric buses in the Huasco Valley.
As part of an important investment plan and environmental and social improvement projects, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) inaugurated the operation of two 100% electric buses for the daily transportation of workers from their homes to the Pellet Plant and Los Colorados Mine in Huasco.
Magnetite plant, the largest mining circular economy project in Chile
At the national level, mining has established itself as the industry with the greatest contribution to the country, contributing 12.5% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2020, according to data from the Central Bank. In turn, in terms of employability, it generates approximately 3% of the country's...
We will decarbonize the pellet plant, significantly reducing atmospheric emissions.
Compañía Minera del Pacífico, CMP, concerned about global warming and the quality of life in the territory.
Trials advance on project to cover DRF with native flora species
In the search for a sustainable solution for the disposal of tailings from the Pellet Plant in Huasco, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) has launched an ecological restoration project that will cover with native flora species of the area the material...
We started professional internships for students in the Atacama and Coquimbo regions.
The 2023 process began with 89 students from professional technical high schools and 44 university students from the country. 133 students from professional technical high schools and universities will begin their internships at CMP's operations in its various facilities....
We are recognized as having the lowest accident rate in the Chilean mining industry
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) was recognized with the "Exploitation of Mines and Quarries" award for its 6 million hours worked without occupational accidents during the year 2021, positioning itself as the company with the lowest incident rate in the...
Environmental and health indicators improved in Huasco
With a global investment of more than US$382 million, CMP has been implementing a series of measures that seek to promote sustainable operations in the Huasco district, in line with its purpose of promoting a different type of mining that grows together with the territories and their communities....
We delivered construction materials to the Association of Pirquineros de Inca de Oro
With the delivery of construction materials for the repair of damage to homes in Inca de Oro, after the floods that affected the town last March, CMP was present in the mining commune to support the families, most of whom belonged to the local community....
Earth Day: highlighting the progress of our sustainability projects
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), the main iron ore producer in the country, has been developing during the last few months a comprehensive environmental improvement plan, applicable in its three operational valleys, Copiapó, Huasco and Elqui. This effort, which takes...
We implemented our first electric buses in the Huasco Valley.
As part of an important investment plan and environmental and social improvement projects, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) inaugurated the operation of two 100% electric buses for the daily transportation of workers from their homes to the Pellet Plant and Los Colorados Mine in Huasco.
Jaime Charles Scholarship: we continue to promote the education of young people in the region
Compañía Minera del Pacífico announced the award of 69 new scholarships to promote education for students in the Atacama and Coquimbo regions, specifically in the Copiapó, Huasco and Elqui valleys. This benefit bears the name of Jaime Charles, in honor of...
STEM: robotics workshop held for 7th and 8th grade girls
With the aim of promoting education as a key tool for the development of the territories, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), in collaboration with the company Finning, launched the Educational Robotics Workshop aimed at 7th and 8th grade girls from...
CMP and Caldera's fishing organizations sign important collaboration agreement
The initiative contemplates an investment of close to US$4.9 million for the development of the sector over a period of four years. Caldera, April 2023 - With the objective of promoting shared growth between the artisanal fishing sector of Caldera and Compañía...
We support the UCN Coquimbo's Social Pre-University program.
Since 2017, the Universidad Católica del Norte, Coquimbo branch, has been carrying out its Social Pre-University, through its Pastoral and Christian Culture Department, a project born from the students of the house of studies so that young people in the fourth year of high school and...
We participated in the campaign "Atacama Helps the South".
Following the fires that occurred in the southern part of the country this summer, the Regional Government, the Presidential Delegation and the various departments and other agencies of the Atacama region joined a campaign to support the disaster area. Together with them, CMP and...
Caldera Impulsa III: Initiative succeeds in delivering 24 food carts to entrepreneurs of the commune
The entrepreneurs also received advice and training to enable them to fully develop their businesses. The initiative has benefited more than 164 businesses in three years. January 20, 2023. Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), Aguas Cap,...
With 950 passengers, the magic of the Christmas Train returns to the Valley
The magic of Christmas, the excitement of experiencing a unique journey and the memories of yesteryear were the protagonists in the return of the Christmas Train, a journey organized by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and Ferronor in which more than 950 people participated: neighbors and...
Artisanal fishing women meet and organize to consolidate their leadership in Atacama
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), in direct line with its purpose, seeks to promote gender equity, highlight the role of women and contribute to their sustainable development in the territory. In this sense, the company has joined the initiative Mesa de la Mujer de...
From Vallenar to the world: EDUFEST captivates Huasco students
On October 4 and 5, Vallenar was the epicenter of the second version of the International Educational Theater Festival: EDUFEST, which featured performances at the Algarrobo Sports Club of CMP, where schools of the Local Education Service (Servicio Local de Educación...
Guayacán neighbors learn masonry and plumbing trades
During the last few months, a total of 16 residents of the town of Guayacán deepened their knowledge in ceramic tile and floating floor installation techniques, masonry, as well as the application of paint on different surfaces, fulfilling the requirements of the...
Successful literacy support program expands in the territory
In 2020, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) and the Sara Raier de Rassmuss Foundation joined forces to bring the Alfadeca program, which promotes literacy skills in elementary school children, to the region. This is how, through counseling and...
Launch of the second version of the Culture Fund in the Elqui Valley
Compañía Minería del Pacífico launched the second version of its Culture Fund for the year 2022 with the residents of the Covico and Fedeco sectors of Coquimbo, in an emotional and unprecedented event that made those present sing, dance and cry. The activity...
More knowledge, better use: delivering organic matter to Huasco farmers
As part of the Agroemprende program, which aims to provide advice and support for the sustainable work of farms in the territory, CMP delivered kilos of organic matter to 19 farmers in Huasco and its surroundings. This contribution, which is characterized by...
Caldera students receive support to be part of sustainable competition in Sweden
In an emotional ceremony, a symbolic check for $10 million was presented to two students from the Manuel Blanco Encalada High School, through a public-private partnership between the Municipality of Caldera and Compañía Minera del Pacífico - CMP. The...
Children from Guayacán share with Chocolo the dog and his friends.
A thousand people arrived this Wednesday, August 31, at the esplanade of the Guayacán church to celebrate the closing of the month of children, an activity organized by Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) to provide an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment and...
Together with Finning, we promote STEM disciplines in Vallenar and Huasco.
The event, held on Saturday, August 27 at the Algarrobo sports center in Vallenar, was aimed at promoting, from an early age, skills and knowledge in STEM disciplines, i.e. science, technology, engineering and mathematics, in the hope of developing...
We planted 350 olive trees with the community of Incahuasi
In a symbolic activity framed in the commitment to the environment, the community of Incahuasi and Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) planted 350 ornamental olive trees. The plantation is located on land donated by the company and is located in a...
Call for 100 women leaders in the Huasco Valley
Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), committed to the sustainable development of the territory and its people, and within the framework of its Acción Emprende program, will reward the good ideas and efforts of 100 women leaders from the province of Huasco, who through a series of...
We delivered rescue equipment to Caldera's firefighters.
The ceremony of the first stone of the new fire station of the Caldera commune, which will house the 2nd company of the port commune, was the framework chosen for Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), to deliver rescue and emergency equipment to the new fire station of...
New application process for entrepreneurship and sports funds in Huasco has begun.
Committed to the shared growth of the territories, and for the third consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) invites entrepreneurs, micro-entrepreneurs and athletes from the province of Huasco to apply for its 'Emprende', 'Reactiva' and 'Vive el...
FondoproOlivo delivers salt and ponds to olive growers in the province of Huasco
In the town of El Pino, a new benefit delivery ceremony was held for olive growers enrolled in the ProOlivo Fund. Specifically, 170 thousand kilos of salt and 33 storage ponds were granted, which are essential to maintain and improve the quality of the...
Young people from Huasco explore Industry 4.0 at mining fair organized together with ANDRITZ Chile
A group of outstanding students from the province of Huasco were the guests of honor at the Mining Technology Fair organized by CMP and ANDRITZ Chile at the Algarrobo Sports Club in Vallenar. The activity, which brought together students from the Ambrosio O'Higgins School and...
We started the Dual Education Program for students from the Copiapó Valley.
Through a ceremony that marks the milestone of the start of the Dual 2022 Program, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) welcomed the students participating in this period, who will carry out internships at the Mina Cerro Negro Norte de Copiapó and Planta...
We are launching the Dual Education Program for students from the Copiapó Valley.
Through a ceremony that marks the milestone of the start of the Dual 2022 Program, Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP) welcomed the students participating in this period, who will carry out internships at the Mina Cerro Negro Norte de Copiapó and Planta...
Funds were given to entrepreneurs and sportsmen and women of the Huasco Valley
For the second consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico called local athletes and entrepreneurs to apply for its 'Vive el Deporte en Huasco', 'Emprende CMP' and 'Reactiva tu Negocio' funds, each with an amount of up to one million pesos per initiative.
We signed a collaboration agreement to initiate marine surveys in Caleta Zenteno.
In a ceremony headed by the Seremi of Public Works, Alfredo Campbell Aguilar, the Sustainability Manager of Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), Patrick McNab and the Director of Port Works, Luis Verdugo Cerón, among other local authorities, an agreement was signed to start the marine drilling works.
Entrepreneurship and sports funds awarded in the province of Huasco
For the second consecutive year, Compañía Minera del Pacífico called local athletes and entrepreneurs to apply to its 'Vive el Deporte en Huasco', 'Emprende CMP' and 'Reactiva tu Negocio' funds, each of them with an amount of up to one million pesos per person....