The results of the 2026 campaign at La Coipita are beginning to consolidate a broader understanding of the potential of the project located in the westernmost part of San Juan.

Governor Gustavo Sáenz launched the Salta 2050 Plan and positioned mining, the energy transition, and export infrastructure as pillars of long-term economic growth. The province aims to consolidate its position as Argentina’s leading lithium-producing jurisdiction and as a key node within the NOA bioceanic corridor.

Sebastián Piña confirmed that the province is in the final stage of hiring geological specialists who will evaluate which projects with approved Environmental Impact Declarations (DIA) may become available to the financial vehicle aimed at mining exploration.

Salta, Jujuy and Catamarca exported minerals worth US$1.065 billion during the first four months of the year, representing a year-over-year increase of 107.3% compared to the same period in 2025.

The province has begun strengthening oversight, formalization, and technical assistance for a segment that has historically been informal and fragmented.

According to data released by INDEC, Argentina’s Mining Industrial Production Index increased 9.5% compared to April 2025 and posted a 7.4% gain during the first four months of 2026. Lithium and metallic minerals were among the main drivers of growth.

The facility located in the El Pantanillo Industrial Park manufactures polypropylene big bags used in lithium logistics. The plant currently employs 80 workers and exports part of its production to Brazil.

The Vicuña mining project, located in the province of San Juan, has begun incorporating a fleet of 28 trucks that will be used for its Early Works program, a phase focused on developing key infrastructure for the future operation.

Catamarca Vice Governor Rubén Dusso participated in the Federal Mining Panel organized by the Argentine Center of Engineers (CAI). He highlighted the role of provinces, supplier development, exploration and the geothermal potential of the Puna region.

The Labor Training Campus continues expanding partnerships with companies and organizations to strengthen technical training and hands-on work experience, with a focus on mining, construction and related industries.

The Center for Applied Art and Technology (CATA) has added new spaces focused on lithium, the energy transition and Catamarca's productive identity. The inauguration was led by Governor Raúl Jalil.

Catamarca is advancing improvements in weather monitoring, logistics information systems and international cooperation initiatives linked to the development of the San Francisco bioceanic corridor.

The Mendoza Business Council argued that the province needs new strategic sectors to regain weight within Argentina’s export framework.

The province welcomed representatives from the Nordic country to analyze potential areas of cooperation in mining, renewable energy, and industrial solutions.

The Director of Technical Education revealed that admission requests exceed installed capacity by 200%. The official highlighted the cross-cutting impact of mining across multiple disciplines.

The company reported surface observations of uranium, copper, and vanadium and identified a potential 4 kilometer copper trend in Malargüe.

The provincial government and Genneia presented the new 180 MW solar park as key infrastructure to support future industrial and mining developments.

The province is advancing international financing efforts for strategic works along National Route 51 and mining-related logistics infrastructure.