Chile's ENAMI Pushes Small‑Mining Growth and Legislative Reform

The Vice President of the National Mining Company (ENAMI), Juan Carlos Sáez, attended a session of SONAMI’s Small Mining Committee together with heads of mining associations. Participants examined the sector’s current situation, noting rising raw‑material prices and the need for low‑cost, efficient processing plants. Sáez emphasized ENAMI’s commitment to make its plants more efficient and affordable for small miners, while SONAMI Vice‑President Joel Carrizo highlighted goals to increase production and capitalize on higher mineral prices.

The meeting also reviewed a pending mining law aimed at simplifying the licensing process and lowering patent fees for small and medium producers, seeking to reduce administrative hurdles and expand access to mining concessions.

These discussions signal a coordinated effort to strengthen Chile’s small‑mining segment through policy adjustments and operational improvements.