Mining companies propose strengthening local suppliers and territorial capabilities to transform resources into development.
During the 16th Symposium, panelists pointed out that Peruvian mining must convert its economic potential into tangible development through local suppliers, productive capacities, and territorial articulation.
Public-private partnerships: Key to sustainable development in Peru's mining territories
Experts from the public and private sectors agree on the need to strengthen coordination and efficiency to ensure that mining drives territorial development.
XVI SYMPOSIUM: A national policy is needed to promote the exploration of critical minerals in the country
Amidst growing global competition for access to critical minerals, Peru faces a significant opportunity due to its geological potential and its status as a producing country. Nevertheless, during the SYMPOSIUM – XVI International Mining Meeting, specialists agreed that this potential has not yet translated into a national strategy with clear priorities, better information, and greater institutional strength.
Volcan begins commissioning of Romina-Alpamarca ahead of schedule, bringing project closer to operation
Volcan Compañía Minera completes most of the plant adaptation work for the concentrator and begins a key stage for mineral processing for the Romina Project.
McKinsey: “The future of talent in mining will be a collaboration between people, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems.”
Thibaut Larrat, a partner at McKinsey & Company, commented that the talent shortage has become one of the main risks to global mining competitiveness.
Peruvian electrical system must accelerate transmission and reinforce resilience to accompany new mining investments
The Peruvian electrical system has important strengths to support the growth of mining and industry, but faces urgent challenges in transmission, subtransmission, permits, reliability, and energy planning. This was stated by specialists from the electrical sector and the business world within the framework of the SYMPOSIUM – XVI International Mining Meeting, organized by the National Society of Mining, Petroleum and Energy (SNMPE).
Carlos Batlle at the XVI SYMPOSIUM: It is important to strengthen the institutional framework to guarantee the development of the electricity sector
During the XVI Symposium, Carlos Batlle stated that Peru can leverage cheaper energy to strengthen the competitiveness of strategic industries like mining in the context of an energy transition.
Consorcio Minero Horizonte aims to extend mining activity in Parcoy until June 2028
Consorcio Minero Horizonte submitted an ITS to Senace to extend mining activity in Parcoy until June 2028 and continue exploiting pending reserves in La Libertad.
Joaquín Proenza states that “without mining, there is no energy or digital transition.”
During the 16th Symposium, Joaquín Proenza stated that the energy and digital transition will require mining capable of discovering, extracting, and processing critical minerals on a large scale.
World Mining Congress 2026: 38 countries confirm participation in the event to be held in Lima
The World Mining Congress 2026 (WMC 2026), one of the most important global mining events, has confirmed the participation of representatives from 38 countries to date for its upcoming edition, which will take place from June 24-26, 2026, at the Lima Convention Center.