CMP participates in Congreso Futuro, supporting the development of Atacama as a national scientific hub

During the congress, a range of innovative activities took place, including an interview with the AI model of Pedro León Gallo and an artistic performance by Roberto Bravo that connected art, science, and innovation, among others.

With a strong presence across the municipalities of Vallenar, Copiapó, and Caldera, the 2026 edition of Congreso Futuro in the Atacama Region concluded successfully. In the port city of Caldera, the event featured the participation of Compañía Minera del Pacífico (CMP), in partnership with CIAHN Atacama and the Regional Government of Atacama, with the aim of promoting the sustainable development of the territory where the company operates.

“We were in Caldera, supporting Congreso Futuro for the fourth consecutive year—an instance where we were able to engage with the people of our territory and directly showcase our purpose: to create a different kind of mining for the sustainable development of the land and its people. It is a contribution that allows us to explore how culture, science, and innovation come together to move forward with the projects in our Atacama Region,”

said Maximiliano Leiton, CMP’s Interim Operations Manager.

As one of the main sponsors of the event, CMP’s participation in Caldera enabled an integrated approach aimed at improving social infrastructure and generating long-term opportunities throughout the territory. Congreso Futuro’s free public agenda successfully connected the local community with world-renowned researchers, promoting respect for diversity and local identity, also with a focus on Indigenous communities. For the first time, activities were also extended to the Province of Huasco.

One of the most innovative moments of the congress was the presentation of the “metahuman” Pedro León Gallo—a digital, AI-powered recreation that engaged in dialogue with local authorities in Caldera. This milestone demonstrated how AI support can facilitate access to experiences that integrate science, technology, and local heritage, driven from the core of the company’s processes to promote sustainable development.

The Governor of Atacama, Miguel Vargas Correa, highlighted this milestone, stating: “It is very important that the community has the opportunity to access talks by leading scientists and researchers who provide insights into up-to-date knowledge in astronomy, paleontology, archaeology, and heritage—key topics that are also among the concerns we have in the region.”

One of the iconic moments of the event was the artistic performance by renowned pianist Roberto Bravo. His participation not only enhanced the closing day but also symbolized the union between high culture and scientific outreach promoted by the event, integrating science, innovation, and the arts to connect them with the community.

On the importance of these connections, Cristian Valdés, Superintendent of CMP’s Cerro Negro Norte operation, noted:

“Participating in initiatives such as Congreso Futuro and collaborating with academia through internships and thesis projects allows us to open the door to new perspectives and talent emerging from the territory. These instances challenge us to innovate, incorporate knowledge, and push our own boundaries as part of our different approach to mining. We believe that when science, education, and industry come together, real transformations are generated for communities and for the future we aim to build.”

CMP’s contribution has been key to strengthening the relationship between industry and citizens, driving various projects and encouraging students in the region to reinforce their local roots through initiatives such as the Vínculo Program and other technical training programs. These efforts enable young people to project their career paths without having to leave the region, reinforcing the company’s purpose of creating a different kind of mining for the sustainable development of the territory and its people.