en.Wedoany.com Reported - AquaChile held its fifth consecutive annual supplier capacity building conference in Puerto Aysén, Chile, aiming to strengthen collaboration with local service providers and provide operational alignment tools.
The conference was aimed at local workers who provide services for the company's production activities in the Aysén region. Employees from various departments of the company gave presentations on topics including seawater procurement, operations, labor regulation, administrative processes, finance, contractor management, occupational safety, legal, and environmental issues. Participants used the opportunity to clarify doubts, exchange information, and gain a deeper understanding of the requirements and processes related to service provision, with the goal of strengthening relationships with suppliers.
Alejandro Guzmán, Head of Markets and Suppliers at AquaChile, stated that holding these training conferences is very important as it allows the company to convey to those supporting operations that they will receive comprehensive support throughout their entire interaction with AquaChile, including administrative, labor certification, invoicing, or other operational matters. He added that service providers play a crucial role in the development of local production activities and, like employees and customers, are an important pillar of the company, which aims to support their growth and strengthening.
The conference featured an opening address by Francisco Saldivia, head of the Chilean Production Development Corporation (Corfo) in the Aysén region, who emphasized the importance of continuous capacity development for local suppliers. Saldivia stated that the salmon farming industry is very important for the Aysén region, and it is crucial that suppliers serving these companies can develop and become highly competitive. Corfo has access to financing channels to support innovation and improve service quality.
Misael Ruiz, President of the Aysén Fjords and Archipelagos Supplier Industry Association (Asociación Gremial de Proveedores De los Fiordos y Archipiélagos de Aysén), praised the event being held in Aysén, noting that training activities can resolve doubts and prevent errors in daily work. It is important for service providers to continue growing, strengthening, and creating employment for local families.
Katia Inostroza, President of Acuiprov, highlighted AquaChile's commitment to local suppliers. She stated that the company's commitment to local suppliers and its regional roots is commendable. These activities motivate suppliers to grow alongside the industry, enhance their capabilities, and maintain regional unity. When people come together, they can get to know each other, strengthen ties, and also help the community and local economy continue to develop around activities important to Aysén.
Francisco Barrientos, representative of Aquaysén, affirmed the contribution of these conferences to local service providers. He stated that these activities help reinforce the importance of fulfilling labor, social security, tax, and regulatory obligations. To be a good service company, one must operate responsibly and in compliance. AquaChile has been supporting suppliers on this path to enable them to provide better services.
Rolf Traeger, Director of the Aysén Salmon Council (Consejo del Salmón), emphasized the importance of promoting training spaces aimed at municipalities and the region. He believes that for the Salmon Council, participating in initiatives like this that promote the development of Aysén is very important, reflecting a commitment to local communities, the region, and economic development.
During the conference, a report on AquaChile's labor and economic contributions in the Aysén region was also presented. This report is published annually and contains statistical data on contributions at the municipal and regional levels where operations are located. The document includes information on the number of suppliers, changes over recent years, direct and indirect employment, and local tax contributions.
In 2024, AquaChile signed the "Compromiso Aysén" (Aysén Commitment) with supplier industry associations. This agreement includes various actions aimed at promoting supplier capacity building, such as training, workshops, innovation meetings, and regular meetings with industry organizations. In this context, representatives from four industry associations met with AquaChile's procurement, production, and operations teams to discuss issues of common concern and advance a collaborative work plan.
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