Astra Evangelista (AESA), with 75 years of experience, positions itself as a key player in the development of the mining and energy sectors in Argentina, offering comprehensive solutions to the oil, energy, and mining industries. The company, which employs nearly 9,000 people across various Argentine provinces, including Tierra del Fuego, Santa Cruz, Chubut, Río Negro, Neuquén, La Pampa, Mendoza, and Buenos Aires, has strengthened its presence in strategic areas such as the province of Jujuy, where it has begun actively collaborating with the lithium industry, one of the country’s most dynamic and rapidly growing sectors.
By Panorama Minero
For the past seven years, AESA has been involved in several projects within the so-called Lithium Triangle, which spans parts of the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, and Catamarca. According to Alejandro Dugo, Commercial Manager at AESA, the company has been developing a variety of activities in this sector and, to further strengthen its participation, has established a commercial office in Salta. This expansion includes the incorporation of new resources and systems to provide continuous support to mining operations. “Our goal is to continue growing in mining by offering construction, operational services, maintenance, and comprehensive support to the industry,” said Dugo.
One of the main challenges AESA has faced in its foray into the lithium mining sector has been integrating all stages of an industrial project. Dugo highlighted the company's ability to provide a complete service, from conceptual design and detailed engineering to equipment supply and manufacturing. AESA operates one of the leading equipment manufacturing workshops in Argentina, located in Buenos Aires province, which allows it to carry out large-scale industrial projects. Among its capabilities are the construction of micronization plants for lithium projects, as well as gas plants, power generation facilities, refineries, and petrochemical plants.
In addition to its investments in technology and machinery, AESA is heavily committed to the continuous training of its workforce. “We have our own fleet of specialized equipment, carry out specialized transport, and develop advanced technological solutions such as digital drilling with remote control. This enables us to offer services that are replicable in mining, which we originally developed for the oil and gas industry,” Dugo explained.
AESA, which has already participated in several key industry events, now boasts a broader and more diversified team, enabling it to be sought after for a variety of projects, from consulting studies to the construction and assembly of industrial facilities. “This is our fourth or fifth consecutive year participating in Lithium in South America, organized by Panorama Minero, and today we have a multidisciplinary team that has allowed us to advance in new projects,” he added.
With its ability to adapt to the demands of a constantly evolving industry, AESA reinforces its commitment to technological and human development, positioning itself as a leader in the mining and energy sectors in Argentina, with strong growth prospects for the long term.
