en.Wedoany.com Reported - Glencore inaugurated two vehicle bridges over the Los Patos River and the Colorado River in San Juan Province, Argentina, aiming to improve local high-altitude infrastructure and ensure safe permanent access.
San Juan Governor Marcel Orrego, provincial government officials, and Glencore executives attended the event. The ceremony first took place at the bridge at the confluence of the Blanco River and Los Patos River, then proceeded to the new core warehouse of the El Pachón project. The Governor emphasized that this infrastructure project is a strategic effort related to the province's development, with the bridges connecting culture, tourism, and production, and mining playing a fundamental role in 80% of San Juan's exports. Glencore Country Manager Juan Donicelli thanked the provincial government for its support, stating that the project is a concrete commitment to regional development, integration, and the future.
These infrastructure projects, with an investment of nearly $15 million, began construction in July 2024 and were completed in January this year. Their technical characteristics allow for daily use without interruption due to climate reasons. The project prioritized local employment, involving 120 direct workers at its peak, 90% of whom were from Calingasta. Due to compliance with the highest safety standards and continuous training in risk prevention, work at heights, and formwork systems, no accidents or injuries occurred throughout the project.
The bridges are constructed of reinforced concrete on pile foundations; they are 8 meters wide, allowing two-way traffic, with each side supporting a total weight of 75 tons. The bridge over the Los Patos River is 50 meters long, while the bridge over the Colorado River is 25 meters long. Project management was handled by the San Juan company ING SRL, under the supervision of the Provincial Road Authority and control of the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development.
The celebration then moved to Pampa del Indio, the base camp of the El Pachón project, 30 kilometers from the inauguration site, to visit the new core warehouse. This core warehouse covers 2,500 square meters, was built by local supplier Alade, with an investment of over $2.5 million, creating 70 jobs. The core warehouse is used for storing, systematizing, and managing rock samples extracted from all drilling activities since 1969. It serves as an important archive for analyzing El Pachón mineralization, feasibility studies, and environmental impact reports, supporting project technical decisions. Both the new bridges and the core warehouse reflect Glencore's commitment to the project and the development of San Juan, demonstrating the role of mining in collaboration with the government and communities to create local value, promote the regional economy, and improve quality of life.
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