Editorial
NEWS
ENAEX CELEBRATES THE CLOSURE OF A YEAR DEDICATED TO THE VALUE OF EXCELLENCE
On May 3, Enaex concluded a year dedicated to the value of excellence with an engaging online event that drew nearly 700 participants. Throughout 2023 y 2024, the company sought to bring focus to this essential pillar, striving for the highest standards of technological innovation and service quality under the acronym GREAT.
The event featured Patricia Valenzuela, Vice President of People and Sustainability; Claudio Yévenes, Vice President of Enaex Chemicals; and Pablo Busquet, Chief Financial Officer, and the closing remarks from CEO Juan Andrés Errázuriz.
During the conference, attendees were treated to insights from four exemplary cases of excellence spanning Brazil, France, and South Africa. These presentations detailed how these GREAT results in internal projects and customer relations were achieved.
In his closing remarks, CEO Juan Andrés Errázuriz affirmed, “In the last 10 years, we have grown organically driven by the recruitment of talented people—not just talented, but that possess team spirit. I believe the most distinctive thing about Enaex is that it truly consists of people who share a set of values and a culture, and who embody EXCELLENCE both humanly and institutionally.”
ENAEX SEEKS TO ELEVATE THE AGILE CULTURE
At Enaex, we believe that agility is the key philosophy and work approach needed to position ourselves as the industry leader. To achieve this, Enaex has fostered a dynamic approach to project management, placing a strong emphasis on client-centricity, continuous value delivery, and rapid adaptability, all while maintaining a steadfast focus on our people.
Over the past three years, we have been dedicated to promoting the agile methodology through various programs and training initiatives. These efforts are aimed at instilling and propagating the core principles of agility, thus driving the cultural change our industry needs. Additionally, Agile programs are currently being developed in both France and Brazil.
To date, more than 300 Enaex employees across production plants, service facilities, and offices have been trained in Agility. In 2024, let’s continue to grow this number. Join the Enaex Academy and get trained in Agility!
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: Isabel.novoa@enaex.com
LAUNCH OF THE FIRST APPRENTICE SHOTFIRER PROGRAM IN CALAMA
In mid-May, a ceremony in Calama marked the commencement of the first version of the Apprentice Shotfirer Program. This initiative, born from a public-private partnership between Enaex, SENCE, and CEFOMIN, aims to equip 10 men and 14 women with the skills necessary to excel in the field. The program is set to run until mid-June of this year.
The course consists of two stages: the first stage includes 200 hours of training, after which the top performers will advance to practical internships at various Service Plants. The program is built on three fundamental pillars: fostering local talent, promoting female talent, and imparting essential pre-position knowledge.
Soledad Palacios, People Director of Enaex Services, stated, “The challenges of the program are to integrate the community of Calama and to include a greater number of women.” Additionally, Erika Vallejos Nuñez, a Shotfirer at the company, shared her heartfelt testimony, expressing gratitude and pride for being part of the Enaex team.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: Fernanda.torres@enaex.com
ENAEX AFRICA ACHIEVES LEVEL 2 BBBEE RATING FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Enaex Africa announced its Level 2 BBBEE accreditation for the second consecutive year, demonstrating commitment to equality and people development. Economic development and participation of black individuals are at the heart of the BBBEE strategy, with an integrated approach across all programs promoting BBBEE’s pillars.
This commitment is evidenced through CSR projects aligned with sustainable goals, reflecting efforts to end hunger, uphold human rights, and contribute to environmental protection. Support for the development and training of unemployed young black individuals is exemplified by the YES for Youth Learnership Programme, impacting over 100 youths in the past four years.
Francisco Baudrand, CEO of Enaex Africa, remarked, “Coming from Chile, I believe I bring a unique perspective that has enriched our understanding of diversity. I am dedicated to leading the growth and empowerment of our team.”
“For us, BBBEE is about creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and feel valued, aligning with our broader goals of employment equity,” commented Phumzile Buthelezi, People and Sustainability Director.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: pamela.buckle@enaex.com
HELPING TO SAVE AN ENDANGERED SPECIES
Each spring brings new opportunities for nature to replenish fields, grow flowers, and allow species to give birth to new offspring. Over the past three years, the emulsion silo in Rush Valley has taken on a new responsibility to assist an endangered species in establishing a temporary home, giving birth, and fostering the development of Great Gray Owl chicks.
This year, three chicks are nestled within our silo walkway, snuggling against a warm and cozy silo filled with fresh, hot emulsion. (The best insulation in the world!).
These chicks and their parents also help keep rodents at bay, reducing the populations of mice, snakes, and gophers that could invade our facilities and destroy our infrastructure.
Due to the lack of trees in central Utah, these owls seek refuge in silos to evade predators and gain a better vantage point from the heights to spot potential prey.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: anna.hunt@enaex.com
ENAEX OPENS CEZARINA SITE
Enaex Brasil has in its strategic planning the goal of boosting its results in the coming years. This challenge is associated with the forecast growth of the mineral sector in the country. According to the Brazilian Mining Institute (IBRAM), by 2028 the sector should receive investments of around USDS 64.5 billion, focused especially on new mining projects (Green Field mines) and capacity expansion.
Attentive to these movements, Enaex Brasil has been making unprecedented investments in infrastructure, such as the Cezarina Site, located in the central region of the country and officially opened before Enaex S.A. executives during the month of May. The new industrial complex has an emulsion plant as well as an electronic initiation systems plant, and represent a significant step for the benefit of the mining, aggregates, civil construction and export segments.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Juan Andrés Errázuriz Domínguez, CEO of Enaex, Pablo Busquet Errázuriz, CFO of the company, João Sorbile, Vice-President of Enaex Brasil, in addition to the brazilian executive team.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: daniel.oliveira@enaex.com
REOPENING OF OFFICES IN SAN JUAN
The province of San Juan, Argentina, has gained significant prominence in the country’s mining industry, driven by both official and private initiatives aimed at advancing large copper and gold mining projects that had previously been on hold.
In light of this development, and to strengthen Enaex Argentina’s commercial presence in the region, we have reopened our offices in San Juan. These offices have been renovated to align with our corporate standards, optimizing spaces to facilitate the daily work of our team, and providing suitable venues for meetings with clients and suppliers. This initiative is expected to foster new business opportunities and support sustainable growth.
The reopening ceremony was well-attended by clients, suppliers, provincial government representatives, and our collaborators, reinforcing our commitment to building STRONGER BONDS.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: juanpablo.rizzo@enaex.com
DEVELOPMENT OF A VIRTUAL REALITY PROJECT WITH STUDENTS
On March 27, CREASUP DIGITAL students visited the DTC manual line and observed the loading process. As part of their collaboration with Davey Bickford Enaex, these students will model the factory and machines to create immersive virtual scenarios. This initiative not only offers the students valuable hands-on experience but also significantly contributes to the technological advancement of our company.
The innovative project aims to enable collaborators to train in emergency scenarios and respond effectively to unforeseen events, thereby enhancing workplace safety. This initiative is a pivotal element of our “Year of Safety” campaign, underscoring our unwavering commitment to LIFE.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: Nadine.SZCZEPOCKI@daveybickfordenaex.com
ENAEX COLOMBIA HOSTS A ROAD RISK WORKSHOP FOR THE COMMUNITY
In May, Enaex Colombia collaborated with the client Consorcio Ruta 40 to implement a community intervention strategy focused on road safety. This initiative involved the development and execution of a road safety education program aimed at children aged 5 to 12, emphasizing the identification and understanding of traffic signs.
The program included training sessions on road safety and the classification of traffic signs, as well as interactive activities designed to underscore the importance of LIFE and raise awareness about road risks in their daily lives.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: claudia.nino@enaex.com
PRILLEX PLANT LAUNCHES DUAL EXCELLENCE PROGRAM 2024
The auditorium of the Prillex Plant witnessed the launch of the Dual Excellence Program 2024 in the presence of dignitaries from the Vice-Presidency of Chemicals, the Municipality of Mejillones, and the Juan José Latorre Benavente High School.
This year, sixteen young individuals have embarked on this transformative journey, divided into two groups, to gain hands-on experience within industrial facilities until November.
Manuel Monardes, Mayor of Mejillones, encouraged the youth to seize this invaluable opportunity for personal and professional growth offered by Enaex, and that will undoubtedly benefit them in their present and future plans.
Lorenzo Rojas, Principal of Juan José Latorre Benavente High School, commended Enaex for its longstanding contribution to professional technical education over the past two decades and expressed confidence in its continued impact in the years to come.
Raimundo Díaz, People & Sustainability Director of Enaex Chemicals, extended a warm welcome to the young participants, urging them to give their best every day in pursuit of their goals. He also expressed gratitude to the Master Teachers, educators, and the entire team at Prillex America Plant for their dedication to the youth of Mejillones.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: Gerardo.carrizo@enaex.com
HOW ENAEX AFRICA IMPLEMENTS AND PROMOTES ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRACTICES
Enaex Africa has implemented policies that support sustainability goals and hold them accountable for how they conduct business operations. Plastic pollution has devastating effects on the ecosystem, and the subsidiary wanted to take responsibility in this regard.
At the Secunda and Rustenburg operations, they have prioritized recycling and reuse. A significant milestone is the emulsion reprocessing plant in Secunda, where waste is diverted by reprocessing discarded emulsion back into the manufacturing process, saving costs and protecting the environment. Similarly, at the Rustenburg operations, all waste is reprocessed back into the manufacturing process.
Many products are transported and sold in bulk tanker trucks, reducing the need for plastic packaging. Additionally, most of the plastic packaging waste is sold to recycling plants. To further support this initiative, non-hazardous waste bins have been placed at the operations to encourage staff to segregate and recycle waste.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: pamela.buckle@enaex.com
ENAEX BRASIL PRESENTS INITIATIVES ON PARENTING AT WOMEN IN MINING BRAZIL
Since 2022, Enaex has been a signatory to the Women in Mining Brasil movement, whose objective is to expand and strengthen women’s participation in the mining sector. In this context, employee Thais Costa Silva, EMTS Coordinator, was invited to participate in the Meetup “Diversity on the Agenda” with a lecture on the topic “Parenthood”.
Thais recently returned to work after a period of maternity leave and was able to share her experiences as a mother and Mining Engineer at Enaex. The lecture took place at the Mining Hub headquarters in Brazil and on this occasion Thaís was able to highlight some of the best practices that the company offers to its employees in the context of parenting. Highlight is the “Caring for the Future” program, which offers multidisciplinary guidance for pregnant women and families, as well as initiatives such as flexible working hours and daycare assistance.
The good practices to promote parenthood presented at the event are linked to Enaex’s global goal of reaching 30% of women in our workforce by 2030, an effort that we promote daily with the direct action of multiple actors.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: eliziane.santos@enaex.com
DAVEY BICKFORD ENAEX SUPPORTS AUXERROIS RUGBY CLUB
Continuing our commitment to fostering local community sports clubs, Davey Bickford Enaex proudly announces its sponsorship of the RC Auxerrois rugby club.
Guillaume Stalpart, from the Chemicals department of the Héry Plant, serves as the company’s representative at the team’s matches.
Notably, the club has secured its position in the Federal championship after a promotion this season.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: Nadine.SZCZEPOCKI@daveybickfordenaex.com
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