"Modular approaches to gas monetization are becoming more prevalent due to the inefficiency of large-scale projects in regions with limited industrial infrastructure."
"The unique geological conditions in the Jequitinhonha Valley favor spodumene crystallization, making it one of the best areas globally for lithium extraction."
"Carajás represents a frontier mining region where significant deposits are still viable, and we have already identified considerable mineralization, hinting at potentially groundbreaking discoveries."
"Over the next 24 months, we aim to make compelling investment decisions to extend mine life beyond 2032, particularly given the strong state of the copper market."
"We are always seeking near-term production increases through better efficiencies and productivity, but making a significant impact by 2027 will be tough for us and the industry."
After five months in Lima and more than 130 interviews, the conversations with C-executives along the Peruvian mining value chain touched on various topics. These included production targets, drilling results, the benefits of new technologies like the so-called “digital twins” to replicate reality in a virtual environment, and even the use of cartridge valves. However, a recurring theme in almost every interview, and perhaps the most significant one in relevance, is Peru's loss of its position as the second-largest copper producer to the Democratic Republic of Congo.