The approval of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for PSJ Cobre Mendocino not only unlocks investment in a province with a stagnant economic structure—it also underscores the resolve of Governor Alfredo Cornejo’s leadership.

With an investment of US$559 million, the project moves toward feasibility and aims to become both the first case of metalliferous mining development in Mendoza and the project that puts Argentina back on the world copper map.

In a market dominated by China, Argentina faces the challenge of turning early geological indications into concrete projects and positioning itself within the global Rare Earths value chain.

The historic Mining Investment Law is moving toward a comprehensive modernization aimed at streamlining procedures, reducing discretion, and strategically coexisting with the RIGI. Authorities and experts outlined the key pillars of the reform and its impact on current and future projects.

Driven by clean technologies and the rise of electric vehicles, copper is becoming a critical metal for the decades ahead. Experts analyze the opportunities and challenges facing the region.

Driven by clean technologies and the rise of electric vehicles, copper is solidifying its role as a critical metal for the coming decades. Experts examine the opportunities and challenges facing the region.

Driven by automation, digitalization and electrification, mining in the Southern Cone is entering a new stage of modernization. Epiroc presented its regional roadmap, highlighting how interoperability, agnostic solutions and people-centered support will be key to accelerating the transition toward more efficient, safe and competitive operations.

Celebrating 20 years of uninterrupted production, Veladero stands as a cornerstone of San Juan’s economy and one of Argentina’s most significant mining operations. During Argentina Gold, Silver and Copper 2025, its General Manager reflected on the milestones achieved, the challenges of operating in the Andes, and the long-term commitments guiding the project’s next stage.

In a global context that increasingly demands safe and sustainable energy sources, uranium is once again emerging as a strategic resource. Experts from the nuclear energy sector analyzed its role in the energy transition and emphasized the need to revive domestic production to reduce external dependence.

Driven by copper, Argentina’s mining industry is preparing to enter a new wave of development. Decision-makers are drawing on the know-how gained during the previous cycle to build a promising future, supported by stronger community acceptance and rising global market demand.

With extensive operations in Mexico and the United States, Grupo México Transportes outlines how technological evolution, artificial intelligence, and logistical integration are redefining freight rail transport. In conversation with Panorama Minero, its CEO, Bernardo Ayala, explains the scope of these innovations and their potential in Argentina.

In an exchange that brought together key actors from the country’s productive apparatus, leaders from the mining, industrial, agricultural and energy sectors presented shared assessments on infrastructure, tax burdens, financing and the regulatory framework. The discussion highlighted broad agreement on the need for predictability and reforms that enable sustained growth.

Toll milling contract to process Hualilán ore executed, with mobilisation to site now complete.

The company has formally submitted its application for the Diablillos project to be incorporated into Argentina’s new regime aimed at strengthening the viability and certainty of large-scale investments.

The event “Mining, Heritage and Community: Dialogues for a Sustainable Transition in the Puna,” organized by the specialized outlets Prensa GeoMinera and Jujuy Económico, was held at the amphitheater of the Faculty of Engineering. It brought together academics, students, university authorities, government officials, and representatives of the mining sector.

In a statement published on its LinkedIn page, Larocca Minería confirmed the current status of its facilities following the explosion at the Spegazzini Industrial Park and outlined its plan to ensure operational continuity.

The Argentine government described the joint declaration as “tremendous and historic,” while the U.S. referred to it as an “economic partnership based on shared democratic values.

Kim Prior, CEO of ALABC (Australia–Latin America Business Council), highlights the synergies and opportunities between Australian and Latin American companies, with a special emphasis on the mining sector.