The Argentine Mining Workers’ Union (AOMA) has reached a new wage agreement with the Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM), establishing a cumulative 8% increase in base salaries for the extractive segment. The adjustment will be applied in two stages: 4% in March and 4% in April.

Joaquin Marias to lead the development of El Quevar Project

The latest drill results continue to demonstrate multiple high-grade silver intercepts beyond the current conceptual open pit limits.

Amid a climate of pronounced volatility in key energy transition metals, the latest reports from S&P Global Platts present mixed signals for lithium, cobalt, and recyclable materials such as black mass. These market fluctuations are directly affecting ongoing projects in Argentina — a critical player in the global lithium supply chain.

Less than a month before its opening, Arminera 2025 has revealed an ambitious activity agenda, consolidating its role as Argentina’s most important mining event. Organized by the Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM) and Messe Frankfurt Argentina, it will take place May 20–22 at La Rural Trade Center in Buenos Aires, bringing together key industry leaders, with participation from provinces, producing countries, and global stakeholders.

A new Accenture study reveals that while 59% of natural resources companies have already implemented AI agents, the widespread adoption of generative technologies and workforce transformation still face critical gaps.

Belararox Limited reached a target depth of 1,305 metres at Tambo South, confirmed copper mineralization associated with multiple intrusions, and successfully concluded the 2024/2025 field season. Laboratory results and updated geological models are expected in the coming weeks.

Grupo Calidra, a leading company in the lime sector, inaugurated its first native plant nursery in San Juan, marking a key milestone in its environmental strategy to restore ecosystems and strengthen ties with local communities.

With record attendance, high-level discussions, and an agenda focused on innovation, sustainability, and geopolitics, Expomin 2025 reaffirmed Chile and Latin America's strategic role in the new global order of critical resources.

According to a recent report from Argentina’s Secretariat of Mining, the global minerals market experienced significant volatility in March, reflecting a complex international backdrop shaped by macroeconomic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and shifts in trade policies among major global powers. Against this backdrop, Argentina’s Mineral Export Price Index rose 3% month-over-month, consolidating at historically high levels.

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.

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.