Global Victoria is seeking Expressions of Interest to participate in a mining equipment, technology and services (METS) trade mission to Exponor 2024 in Antofagasta, Chile from 3-6 June 2024.
Successful applicants will gain access to the Exponor trade show and a tailored business program which includes access to the Australian pavilion, networking and pitching opportunities, branding and business development support.
What types of businesses should apply?
Innovative Victorian METS companies are encouraged to apply. Previous trade missions to South America have included companies offering the following services and products:
- Novel technologies for advanced mineral exploration.
- Advanced machinery and equipment for mineral extraction and processing.
- Technologies and equipment to improve safety, environmental performance, water management and energy efficiency.
- Consulting/engineering services.
Why you should attend
Building on the momentum of recent trade missions to Expomin and Perumin, the Exponor trade mission provides an opportunity for Victorian METS to visit a world-leading copper region and meet with key mining decision-makers.
Major companies such as BHP, Anglo American, Teck, Codelco, Sierra Gorda and Antofagasta Minerals will be exhibiting and engaging with suppliers at Exponor.
As the world’s top copper producer and the second lithium producer globally, Chile is at the forefront of the critical minerals industry. The Antofagasta region is Chile’s mining capital and represents over 15% of the world’s total copper output.
Mine operators in Chile are seeking innovative solutions to tackle the key challenges facing the industry, including:
- optimising exploration
- enhancing water efficiency
- improving tailings management and reuse
- deploying automation and remote operations solutions
- increasing productivity in falling ore grades
- ensuring the highest sustainability and safety standards for their workers and communities.
Victorian METS are well-positioned to provide solutions to the Chilean mining industry. Global Victoria’s METS Trade Mission to Exponor offers an excellent opportunity to gain market knowledge, build relationships and identify commercial leads.
What's included?
Successful Victorian METS applicants will access the following services at no cost (for a maximum of 2 delegates per company):
Pre-mission
- An email introduction/conference call to discuss your business needs in the market with the Victorian Government Trade and Investment (VGTI) office in Santiago.
- Promotional marketing materials produced and/or supported by Global Victoria.
- A pre-mission briefing.
On the mission
- Passes to the Exponor trade show (a maximum of 2 delegates per company).
- Austrade’s EXPONOR Program (valued at AUD$ 2,500 per company) for a maximum of 2 delegates per company.
- Access to freely use the Australian Pavilion facilities and meeting space.
- Access to the Australia-Canada Networking Function, attended by key industry representatives.
- On-the-ground business development support by Global Victoria's team.
- Pitching opportunities and interactions with potential clients.
What's not included?
It is the participant's responsibility to manage and fund the following:
- Airfares.
- Visas.
- Accommodation.
- Costs incurred outside of trade mission activities, such as meals and external activities.
- Transport costs, such as taxis, Ubers and public transport.
Our terms and conditions
Familiarise yourself with Global Victoria's terms and conditions for participation in our trade mission program.
Contact us
For more information about the trade mission, contact Macarena Fuentes, Global Victoria's Trade Manager, Latin America