Chile · Mining

Key Facts

—Partnership. SQM and Ivanhoe Electric launched a US$9 million, three-year exploration program across 2,002 km² in the Antofagasta region using Typhoon™ geophysical surveying.

—Portfolio. The company’s internal metals pipeline lists roughly 80–100 copper and polymetallic prospects and districts, from El Tigre to the Taltal District.

—AI targeting. In the Taltal District, AI analysis confirmed three existing targets and discovered six new high-potential copper zones, including an 8×4 km area at Pampa Chango and Nitona.