Catamarca: Members of the Santa María Chamber of Mining Suppliers toured the MARA Project facilities
The visit took place as part of the "Open Doors" program, aimed at gaining first-hand insight into the processes and progress in sustainable mining.
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From May 20 to 22, Argentina’s mining industry will experience one of its most important events of the year: Arminera 2025. Over 300 companies will take over 20,000 m² at La Rural fairgrounds in Buenos Aires to showcase the latest innovations transforming the mining ecosystem at both local and regional levels.
At a pivotal moment for copper mining in Argentina, Glencore presented the progress of the MARA Project — one of the country's most significant copper initiatives — during an institutional meeting with the Governor of Catamarca, Raúl Jalil
Catamarca plans to project its production to Asian markets and other global destinations through Chilean deep-water ports
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Drilling Confirms High-Grade Secondary Enrichment Zone within Large Porphyry System
NGEx Minerals Ltd. provided the fifth update on its ongoing Phase 3 drill program at the high-grade copper-gold-silver project in San Juan province.
The junior company has received proceeds of approximately C$1,025,000.
The San Juan-based SME supplies white cement for the construction market and reagents for the mining and metallurgical sector.
The global race for copper is accelerating, with projections suggesting the world will need 70% more copper by 2050. This figure—equivalent to adding the output of 20 Escondida-sized mines each year—not only highlights the scale of the challenge but also underscores the vast opportunities for copper-producing countries, especially in South America.
The armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine represents the most significant crisis in Europe since 1945, with no end to hostilities in sight.
With the goal of securing funding for Route 66—which includes a logistical and mining component—the province is moving forward with project improvements through meetings with a World Bank mission.
José Cepeda, CEO of Minera Sud Argentina S.A., discusses the ongoing work at Chita to determine whether another deposit could be added to the project located in the Iglesia Department of San Juan province.
The Catamarca-based mining project has launched a comprehensive infrastructure plan in the department of Santa María, with an investment of ARS 600 million aimed at improving water access for local livestock production.
Verónica Soria, Minister of Labor, Planning and Human Resources of the Province of Catamarca, emphasized the government's commitment to promoting genuine employment through targeted training programs aimed at meeting mining sector demand.
A new technical training opportunity has been introduced in the Department of Andalgalá, Catamarca Province, with the official launch of the Drilling Assistant Training Course.
The town of Medanitos is benefiting from a comprehensive mining training program.
Argentina’s economy is at a pivotal crossroads. Amid ongoing reforms, a still-fragile financial landscape, and growing expectations for global reintegration, stability has become a critical need—especially for strategic sectors like mining. In this context, the 12th edition of Expo EFI, taking place on April 29–30 at the Buenos Aires Convention Center, stands out as a key platform to understand where the country’s economic direction is headed.
Field activities are progressing well at the copper-gold project located in San Juan province, including drilling results, PEA and Earn-In Agreement with Sibanye Stillwater.
Gold Equivalent Ounce ("GEO") Production of 11,163 GEO for the 1st Quarter (Q1) 2025. Record Production of 7,228, GEO from Heap Leach operations during the quarter. 2025 Production Guidance Increased to 55,000 – 60,000 GEO. Underground Production commencing in H2/2025
Galan secures binding funding package for initial production at Hombre Muerto West (HMW). Execution of an Offtake Agreement and an Operating Agreement with Authium Limited (Authium)
The governor of Catamarca, Raúl Jalil, has assumed the rotating presidency of the Lithium Board, reaffirming his commitment to the sustainable development of this key resource for Argentina's energy transition.