The Ministry of Economy has approved the inclusion of the integrated Josemaría–Filo del Sol project under Argentina's Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI). The initiative encompasses the development of a copper, gold and silver operation together with the infrastructure required to support it.
A severe snowstorm at Balcón Del Pissis left more than 200 tourists stranded in the Catamarca Andes. Zijin-Liex contributed more than 50 mining workers, heavy equipment, and the Tres Quebradas camp to support the rescue operation.
After obtaining the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity granted by ENReGE, the company will move forward with a series of projects that will strengthen the provincial electrical system, at no cost to users.
The "Impulsando el Conocimiento" (Driving Knowledge) program accounted for 27% of Impulsa Mendoza's operating expenditure in 2025, representing an investment of approximately ARS 904 million. The recent completion of the application process for university diploma scholarships and the launch of three new free online courses highlight the company's commitment to developing the technical skills needed to support the growth of Mendoza's mining industry.
The Canadian company, one of the world's leading copper producers, is already conducting exploration activities in San Juan and has now initiated an institutional engagement with Mendoza. The visit provided an opportunity to assess the province's geological potential, regulatory framework and infrastructure as Mendoza continues to promote renewed metallic mineral exploration.
The company has surpassed 60 kilograms of self-produced gold per month, while advancing exploration projects and evaluating energy initiatives to support its long-term growth.
Provincial mining authorities outlined a modernization strategy that includes real-time monitoring and a risk-based oversight approach tailored to the scale of each operation. As San Juan prepares for a new era of large-scale mining, the initiative aims to enhance safety, environmental compliance and inspection efficiency through advanced technology.
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The company has initiated targeted air transfers for prioritized personnel while production activities remain suspended as a precautionary measure.
The company increased first-half lithium production by 53%, brought Fénix 1B and Sal de Vida into production ahead of schedule, and continues ramping up Rincón, the first mining project approved under Argentina's RIGI investment incentive regime.
The company confirmed that all employees and contractors stranded by severe weather in Antofagasta de la Sierra were safely rescued and are out of danger.
India's leading state-controlled mining company met with provincial authorities to learn about Mendoza's copper projects, Malargüe Western Mining District (MDMO) and the province's mining development strategy. The visit comes amid growing international interest in Mendoza's emerging copper sector.
Leonardo Viglione, PwC Argentina Partner and Mining Industry Leader, discusses the findings of the Mine 2026 report.
Achieving that scenario will require maintaining competitiveness, attracting investment and consolidating a predictable regulatory environment, according to CAEM Chief Economist Nadav Rajzman.
The technological platform, presented by Santiago Juárez, seeks to strengthen safety and efficiency in mining operations through artificial intelligence, geolocation and real-time monitoring. The tool aims to prevent incidents before they become accidents.
The Province, through the Ministry of Mining, has launched a working agenda with the international organization to strengthen information systems, oversight of mining activities and strategic planning through technical assistance.
FAGSA and Gramont have formalized a strategic alliance, backed by Schneider Electric.
Jaguar Uranium reported the preliminary analyses from a 200-sample campaign carried out across eight areas of the project located in Malargüe.
UNSJ's IDIH is pursuing international certification of its processes to standardize water measurement under globally recognized quality standards.
The contract includes the supply of mining equipment, integrated services and digital technologies for the project.
The rebound in prices marks merely the beginning of a deeper shift, in which infrastructure, technology and processing take center stage over the simple availability of the lithium resource.
Supply is projected to increase 3.5-fold. Argentina's lithium production is expected to grow by 254% by 2035, driven by new investments and the expansion of major projects.
Reports by Argentina's Mining Secretariat, the Argentine Industrial Union (UIA) and the Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM) project US$15 billion in investment, installed capacity exceeding 517,000 tonnes per year of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE), and production growth of 254% over the next decade.
The planned facility in Tinogasta would strengthen trade infrastructure near the San Francisco border crossing, supporting mining and other export-oriented industries.
The remediation program combines civil works and native vegetation restoration as part of the project's environmental management plan.
Marcos Conca's move to Barrick Argentina is part of a broader reshuffle among companies developing some of the country's largest copper and gold projects.
