Editorial
NEWS
Enaex collaborators celebrate their GREAT commitments at the Olympic Games Paris 2024
Between the 25th and 28th of last July, the awaited meeting of the winners of the Enaex @ Paris 2024 Contest took place at the Olympic Games held in the same city.
Thanks to the spectacular organization of Davey Bickford Enaex METEO Group, employees from Brazil, Chile, Peru and South Africa enjoyed a unique experience that included a visit to Héry, the city of Auxerre and the Château de Guédelon. They also attended the women’s soccer, volleyball and table tennis events at the world’s top sporting event.
This trip not only allowed the participants to explore new places, but also to share about their professions, cultures and countries, thus strengthening the bonds between them. Davey Bickford Enaex expressed his satisfaction for having been able to receive all the collaborators who more than achieved their GREAT commitments during 2023 and thanked Enaex for making this opportunity possible.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: maelle.verchere@daveybickfordenaex.com
Enaex Recognized in the Social Category of the Corporate Sustainability 2024 Ranking
Enaex was honored in the social category of the Corporate Sustainability 2024 Ranking, organized by Brinca and Adolfo Ibáñez University, in recognition of its efforts to strengthen bonds with local communities, enhance education, and address environmental issues to improve the quality of life.
The Corporate Sustainability Ranking, created by Brinca in collaboration with Adolfo Ibáñez University, evaluates companies’ commitment to sustainable development through 39 specific indicators across Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) areas.
Enaex distinguished itself through its educational program at the Prillex and Rio Loa Plants, which provides practical training and internships to high school students, facilitating their entry into the workforce. Additionally, its “Open House” initiative invites the community to learn about production processes, thereby strengthening transparency and trust with local groups.
For Enaex, this recognition is of great significance as it highlights the company’s commitment to the social development of the communities in which we operate, aligning with Our Priority, LIFE.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: mariafernanda.muzzio@enaex.com
Enaex Recognized as One of the Top 10 CVCs in Chile
In the first week of August, the companies recognized among the top 10 Corporate Venture Capitals (CVCs) in Chile were announced in the Corporate Venture Capital 2024 Ranking, with Enaex included in this select group. This ranking was organized by MIC Business Consulting in conjunction with ESE Business School.
The study measures the maturity of corporate innovation capabilities using the MIC Diagnostic, assessing companies’ ability to implement and manage innovation processes and comparing their results with those of other companies in the sector. With 14 years of experience, the study has included more than 150 companies from over 40 industries.
Enaex was recognized for its strategic investments in innovative companies that develop products and services for the mining industry. On this occasion, the recognition was received by Diego Garetto, Head of Innovation at Enaex.
This distinction is of great importance to Enaex, as it reinforces the company’s commitment to continuous innovation in delivering top-quality products and services to our clients, aligned with our purpose of humanizing the mining industry.
Enaex Africa Revolutionizes Underground Mining with Stopex™ Technology
Enaex Africa took a decisive step forward in narrow vein subway mining with the development and deployment of its innovative Stopex™ technology. This breakthrough underscores the company’s strong commitment to excellence and innovation in the mining sector.
Stopex™ advanced emulsion pumping technology for narrow-vein mining, improving safety, explosive control and blasting performance. This detonator-sensitive subway agent can be used without a booster in boreholes as small as 29 mm, increasing its versatility and efficiency.
Enaex Africa successfully completed Stopex™ development and testing at Barberton Mines, South Africa, confirming its advanced technology and efficiency. As a result, Barberton Mines integrated 50 Stopex™ pumps and real-time monitoring technology.
This deployment marked a significant step in the mission to Humanize Mining, combining safety, efficiency and advanced technology.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: pamela.buckle@enaex.co.za
Enaex Brasil advances in implementing DaveyTronic 5
Enaex Brasil is taking significant steps in introducing the DaveyTronic 5 (DT5) system. Mineração Vale Verde was the first client to adopt the solutiojn, with implementation taking place earlier this year and an average monthly consumption of 3,000 pieces.
At Vale SA, Enaex is working on two implementation fronts. The first front, focused on mines located in Pará, in northern Brazil, began with Vale S11D. During the first month of testing, four blasts were carried out, with a consumption of 3,000 parts. The expectation is that Vale S11D will reach an average consumption of 20,000 parts per month by 2024.
The second implementation front focuses on mines served by Enaex in Minas Gerais, where the first blasting operations were recently initiated, with positive feedback from the client. “In recent weeks, we have begun work with the DT5 electronic detonators. They bring great benefits and are being applied in areas that require greater vibration control and compliance with established limits. It is great to see the teams integrated, sharing knowledge and results! I am very proud of this team and of everything they are doing to further improve our company”, says Bruno Farah, General Manager of Technical Transformations in Mining.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: gustavo.teodoro@enaex.com
Enaex Argentina obtains new contract
During the first week of August, Enaex Argentina announced its new project in the market with the award of the operation in Mina Lindero, an open pit mine located in the province of Salta, in the north of the country. The client is Mansfield Minera S.A., a subsidiary of the Canadian Fortuna Silver Mines, which has gold reserves estimated until 2034.
The new five-year contract promises to bring attractive margins to the business, improving Enaex’s commercial sustainability and ensuring a higher return for its shareholders. In addition, an increase in local productivity and a significant reduction in manufacturing costs are expected at the Campanario Plant, where RA2 Matrix Emulsion, electronic detonators, cords and brinels, among other essential products for the operation, will be manufactured.
Obtaining this contract was the result of five months of negotiations that allowed Enaex to replace its main competitor in the region. This proactive and professional strategy led to the early closing of the contract, allowing the company to advance its goal of reaching a 25% market share, originally projected for 2025, to this same year 2024.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: juanpablo.rizzo@enaex.com
Students of the Dual Program at Prillex Plant Visit the Rio Loa Plant
Nine students from Juan José Latorre High School in Mejillones visited the Rio Loa Plant in Calama as part of the Dual Maintenance Program at the Prillex Plant.
This visit was one of the activities commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Dual Excellence Program at the Prillex Plant, an initiative that has benefited 250 young people from Mejillones.
At the Rio Loa Plant, instructors from the Production Area welcomed the students and provided them with a comprehensive introduction to the operations and production processes. The visit is the result of collaborative efforts between the sustainability teams of both plants, aiming to offer dual students a holistic view of all the productive areas of Enaex in Chile, providing a more integral understanding of the company’s operations.
Soon, a new group of dual students will visit the Rio Loa Plant to learn about the industrial processes carried out at the complex.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: andres.uzcategui@enaex.com
Young Professionals Program: Empowering the Leaders of the Future
Enaex Africa hosted an event for 15 Young Professionals in Stellenbosch, Cape Town last July 16-17. This initiative was key in the strategy to ensure a bright future for both Enaex Africa and the mining and engineering sectors.
The goal of the event was to inspire and empower them through learning and networking opportunities, showcasing our dedication to their growth and the strength of our company.
The group arrived in Cape Town and stayed at the charming Babylonstoren. However, the real highlight of the trip was the visit to Stellenbosch University. There, Dr. Callen Fisher shared valuable insights into the Faculty of Engineering, while presentations from the Director of Robotics and the Director of Narrow Vein Robotics, both members of the facility, highlighted the most innovative advances in robotics. Ruben Olivier, Manager of UG Innovation & Robotics, presented the latest innovations in engineering.
To conclude the visit, Francisco Baudrand, CEO of Enaex Africa, gave an inspiring speech, encouraging the Young Professionals to pursue excellence and innovation in their careers.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: pamela.buckle@enaex.co.za
Enaex among the most innovative companies in Brazil
We rank 78th among the 150 most innovative companies in Brazil in the 10th edition of the Valor Inovação Award, promoted by PwC Strategy& and Valor Econômico Journal. In the chemical industry sector ranking, we are among the top 6.
This award is recognized as the most important in the Brazilian scenario in terms of innovation, as it rigorously evaluates the innovation practices of companies operating in the country, considering 25 sectors.
We also celebrate the presence of some of our customers in the index: Vale, ArcelorMittal, Gerdau, Nexa Resources and Votorantim Cimentos. Our joint presence in the Ranking reinforces that we are moving towards our purpose of humanizing mining and our vision of being the preferred premium blasting solution partner in all main mining regions.
“Innovation and entrepreneurship are part of our DNA at Enaex, permeating all levels of the company. Therefore, it is very gratifying to receive this recognition from such a respected yearbook in the country. Being among the most innovative companies gives us the conviction that we are on the right path”, says Danilo Vieira, Commercial Director of Enaex Brasil.
If you want to know more about this news, please contact: danilo.vieira@enaex.com
