Newsletter No. 4
Albemarle News
At Albemarle’s La Negra Plant, and in the presence of former Minister of Mining Aurora Williams, five new strategic occupational profiles for the lithium industry were introduced, an initiative promoted by the Ministry of Mining and ChileValora. These profiles—which include roles such as chemical laboratory technician, mechanical maintenance technician, and process operators linked to lithium production—will help strengthen the technical skills of workers in the Antofagasta and Atacama regions.
This joint effort among the government, workers, and companies seeks to drive the development of the human capital needed for the sector’s growth, promoting common standards of training, safety, and quality for Chile’s lithium industry.
Apprentices complete their training and take a new step toward the industry
We proudly bid farewell to the fifth class of the Apprentices Program, an initiative aimed especially at women seeking to build a path in the mining industry.
Over the course of five months, 15 young technical-professional participants took part in technical training, employability tools, and practical experiences in our operations in the Antofagasta Region.
This program, developed together with SENCE Antofagasta and CEIM, is part of Albemarle+Local, an initiative that promotes local talent and supports the professional development of new generations.
Women in Peine strengthen their entrepreneurship skills
As part of Women’s Month, we held the workshop “Women’s Empowerment: Women, Business, and Territory” in Peine, aimed at local suppliers and women entrepreneurs. The activity sought to strengthen self-confidence, leadership, and recognition of the role of women in the region’s productive environments, acknowledging their contribution to local development.
This training space, developed as part of the Albemarle+Local program, provided tools to help participants strengthen their initiatives and production systems, reaffirming Albemarle’s commitment to the growth of people and communities in the region.
Talabre celebrated its first traditional Llama Festival
Albemarle participated in the first traditional Llama Festival, organized by the Talabre community with the goal of highlighting its culture and promoting local products.
The event brought together music, food, and local enterprises, with tastings and the sale of handicrafts, fruits, and typical products from the area. Supporting these kinds of gatherings is part of Albemarle’s commitment to cultural strengthening and the development of local communities.
Camar’s Tomato Festival drew thousands of visitors
Nearly 3,000 people took part in the 2026 Camar Tomato Festival, a celebration that has become one of the most important cultural and agricultural gatherings in the region. The event included an agricultural products fair, contests, local cuisine, and artistic performances featuring both local groups and prominent musicians.
Organized by the Atacameño Community of Camar, this festival aims to highlight the agricultural tradition of the oasis and strengthen opportunities for farmers and entrepreneurs in the region, through collaborative work among the community, institutions, and companies in the area.
