Mining is the Group’s core business, representing over 96% of Group revenue and EBITDA. The Group operates four copper mines in Chile, two of which produce significant volumes of by-products. The Group also has a portfolio of growth opportunities located mainly in Chile. In addition to mining, the Group has a transport division providing rail and road cargo services in northern Chile predominantly to mining customers, which include some of the Group’s own operations.

MINING division

All of the Group's operations are located in the Antofagasta Region of northern Chile, except for its flagship operation Los Pelambres, which is in the Coquimbo Region of Central Chile.

TRANSPORT Division

This division, known as Ferrocarril de Antofagasta a Bolivia (FCAB), provides rail and truck services to the mining industry in the Antofagasta Region.

Growth Projects & Opportunities

The Group’s approach to considered growth allows it to focus on controlling capital costs and optimising production from existing operations.

EXPLORATION

The Group focuses on expanding its mineral resource base to ensure its long-term future, undertaking exploration activities in Chile and abroad, with particular focus on the Americas.

Copper

Today copper is a key component of everyday life from mobile telephones to the roofs, heating and electrical wiring in people’s homes.