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President Kast calls for strengthening security on routes and promoting the bioceanic corridor during Truck Driver’s Day celebration.
By Gabriel Campos Roullet The President of the Republic of Chile, José Antonio Kast, was present at the celebration of Truck Driver’s Day, an event held at the Passenger Terminal of the Port of Valparaíso. The president gave a speech to those in attendance in which he emphasized strengthening road safety and promoting the development of the bioceanic corridors.
Valparaíso Prosecutor’s Office assures that cargo profiling is essential to stop organized crime in ports.
By Gabriel Campos Roullet Claudia Perivancich, Regional Prosecutor of Valparaíso, said that synchronizing information when profiling cargo is essential to effectively combat organized crime within the country’s port facilities. In recent months, the main maritime terminals of the Valparaíso Region (San Antonio and Valparaíso) have been the scene of significant seizures of illicit substances or the dismantling of gangs that attempted to send drugs through those ports.
ONE closely monitors Panama Canal transit restrictions.
By Gabriel Campos Roullet Fernando Urrutia, country head of Ocean Network Express (ONE) Chile, stated that they are closely monitoring the operational restrictions in the Panama Canal, a route on which the country figures as the fourth-largest user in 2025 after moving more than 23 million tons of cargo (origin and destination). Starting on September 3, 2026, it is worth recalling, a phased system will begin for the allocation of slots to vessels wishing to transit the interoceanic waterway.
Ministry of Transport backs EPSA in decision to separate the tender for the San Antonio Outer Port.
By Gabriel Campos Roullet The Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications (MTT) backed the decision of Empresa Portuaria San Antonio (EPSA) to split the tender for the works of the Puerto Exterior project into two processes; one for the enabling works and another for the construction of the breakwater. It is worth recalling that the state-owned company, in order to implement that measure, proceeded to cancel the tender that was in force and that even already had prequalified companies.
They request to establish a clear roadmap in light of changes to the bidding deadlines for the Puerto Exterior de San Antonio.
By Gabriel Campos Roullet After the delay in the tendering of the enabling works for the Puerto Exterior de San Antonio project was confirmed, various actors in the sector agree that the main priority is to define a clear roadmap. The new schedule was confirmed by Sergio Merino, president of the board of directors of Empresa Portuaria San Antonio (EPSA), who assured that the award of the tender would take place during the second quarter of 2027.
EPSA confirms delay in the tender for enabling works of the San Antonio Outer Port project
The San Antonio Port Company (EPSA) reported that the award of the enabling works for the Puerto Exterior project will suffer a delay with respect to its original planning. The postponement is due to the new bidding mechanism announced by the state-owned company to execute the initiative, which divides the tender into two processes, one for the initial works and another for the construction of the breakwater.
They describe as progress for Chile the confirmation of the RCA for the Sitio Costanera de Valparaíso project
The recent confirmation of the Environmental Qualification Resolution (RCA), by the Council of Ministers, for the Terminal Cerros de Valparaíso (TCVAL) – Sitio Costanera project generated a consensus among different actors in the port and transport industry, describing the approval as an advance for Chile. It is worth mentioning that this approval concludes a technical and citizen debate that took place over 12 years.
Exministros validan reestructuración de licitación para construir proyecto Puerto Exterior de San Antonio
Former authorities endorsed the decision of the Empresa Portuaria de San Antonio (EPSA) to split the bidding process for the Puerto Exterior project. According to information provided by the state-owned company, the new tender will be carried out in two phases, one aimed at enabling works and another to carry out the construction of the breakwater.
Transportistas aseguran no haber alterado precio de fletes en medio de emergencia climática
In the midst of the bad weather front affecting Chile, various complications have arisen in the country’s land logistics chain, specifically in the northern zone. As a result of this situation, the prices of various products have begun to rise.
Persistent port interruptions in maritime enclaves of the Bio Bio Region due to a storm front
Interruptions of port operations continue in the maritime facilities of the Bio Bio Region. This situation is due to the bad weather front affecting the central-southern zone of the country and the announcement of swells issued by the Chilean Navy.
Israel confirms rejection of ZIM merger with Hapag-Lloyd for national security reasons
The Government of Israel confirmed its opposition to the merger agreement between the shipping company ZIM and Hapag-Lloyd. The reason for this position is justified by the protection of national security. It should be noted that, in February 2026, the Israeli company ZIM Integrated Shipping Services reached an agreement to sell all of its shares to Hapag-Lloyd, in a transaction exceeding 4 billion dollars.
Agunsa no descarta participar en procesos de licitación de puertos de la zona central de Chile
In the context of the preparation of the bidding processes in Chilean ports such as Valparaíso, Iquique, San Antonio and San Vicente (Talcahuano), the Agunsa group does not rule out participating in search of a concession, but in the central zone. Currently, the aforementioned company manages Terminal 2 of the Port of Valparaíso through its subsidiary Terminal Portuario de Valparaíso (TPV), whose operating contract expires in 2029.
Industria marítima manifiesta preocupación por nula participación en redacción de reglamento de la Ley de Cabotaje
In the midst of the drafting process of the regulations for the new Cabotage Law, different organizations of the Chilean maritime industry have shown their concern about the content of the norm and the zero participation that -they assure- they have had in the elaboration of the applicability mechanism.
Marina Mercante de Chile conmemora sus 208 años de existencia
The National Association of Shipowners (ANA) commemorated a new anniversary of the creation of the Chilean Merchant Marine with a ceremony held at the Club Naval de las Salinas, in Viña del Mar. On the occasion, 208 years since its establishment were celebrated. The event was attended by various personalities from the shipping sector, who, as every year, recall the beginning of this industry in the country.
CAF confirma interés en seguir apoyando financiamiento de proyecto Puerto Exterior de San Antonio
Following the recent formalization of the credit granted by the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) to the Empresa Portuaria San Antonio (EPSA) to finance the enabling works of the Puerto Exterior, the international institution confirmed its interest in continuing to support the financing of the project in its future stages.
Exautorities agree that indebtedness is the optimal method to finance the Outer Port of San Antonio
Following the confirmation of funds for the enabling works of the Outer Port by the San Antonio Port Company (EPSA), uncertainty remains as to what the financing mechanism for the rest of the project will be. In this regard, different voices linked to public infrastructure and transport agree that debt acquisition, i.e., borrowing, is the main formula to fund an initiative of this nature.
EPSA asegura que en 2026 estará definida estrategia de financiamiento del Puerto Exterior
The San Antonio Port Company (EPSA) confirmed that during the course of 2026 the financing strategy for the Puerto Exterior project will be defined. For the moment, the state-owned company ratified the acquisition of a USD 50 million loan from the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), an amount that will allow the start of the enabling works for the breakwater.
Luisenrique Navas: “El crimen organizado está impregnado no solo en la cadena logística”
During recent years, organized crime has experienced exponential growth in Ecuador, considerably affecting the country’s security standards. To maintain their influence and illicit activities, criminal gangs, especially drug traffickers, channel their actions through the logistics chain, corrupting – along the way – citizens, even permeating public officials and entities.
Gobierno afirma que financiar molo de abrigo del Puerto Exterior de San Antonio restaría recursos a urgencias sociales
The Government of Chile acknowledged that financing the Puerto Exterior de San Antonio project is “extremely complex,” as it would be detrimental to funding social urgencies. Specifically, the reservations lie in the state investment cost required for the construction works of the breakwater (USD 1.95 billion).
Expertos rechazan sugerencia de Estados Unidos que busca imponer arancel de 12,5% a exportaciones chilenas
As “unacceptable” and “excessive” described by foreign trade and international relations experts, the proposal issued by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), which suggests imposing a 12.5% tariff on Chilean exports to the U.S. The recommendation is justified on the grounds that Chilean authorities have allegedly failed to enforce the ban on importing goods produced with forced labor.
Fundación Mascarona dicta seminario en marco de conmemoración del Dia de la Mujer en la Industria Marítima
The Mascarona Foundation, together with the General Directorate of the Maritime Merchant Territory (Directemar), held a seminar within the framework of the commemoration of the International Day of Women in the Maritime Industry. The objective of this meeting was to make visible the role of women in the field and promote concrete actions to achieve greater female participation.
Agrupaciones de prácticos chilenos solicitan ser considerados en implementación de Política Nacional Logística Portuaria
During the last week of the administration of former President Gabriel Boric, the country’s first National Port Logistics Policy was approved, aimed at modernizing the development of the industry and foreign trade. However, the plan proposes studying the opening of the pilotage service, suggesting that it cease to be the exclusive responsibility of the Maritime Authority. This proposal has put Chilean pilots on alert, who demand to be included in the debates on the matter.
Afirman que proyecto de ampliación portuaria de Valparaíso avanza según plazos planificados
Port Valparaíso continues planning two major projects to boost its development. Firstly, there is the port expansion, an initiative that recently received the green light from the Environmental Assessment Commission, and secondly, the state-owned company is preparing to launch a new temporary tender for Terminal 2 in 2027. PortalPortuario spoke with Franco Gandolfo, general manager of the Port Company of Valparaíso (EPV), who addressed -in depth- the current status of these processes.
Aseguran que capital chino no tendría obstáculos para ingresar a proyectos portuarios en Chile
With several concessions to be completed in the ports of Iquique, Valparaíso, San Antonio and San Vicente by 2029, added to the development of the Puerto Exterior project towards the 2030s, it is expected that the bidding processes will not only attract interest from current operators, but also from large multinationals, including possible Chinese investors, despite the geopolitical context and pressure from the United States to keep Chinese companies away from the Americas.
They assure that Chinese capital would have no obstacles to enter port projects in Chile
With several concessions ending in the ports of Iquique, Valparaíso, San Antonio and San Vicente by 2029, in addition to the development of the Puerto Exterior project towards the 2030s, it is expected that the bidding processes will not only attract interest from current operators, but also from large multinationals, including possible Chinese investors, despite the geopolitical context and pressure from the United States to keep Chinese companies away from the Americas.
Grupo Agunsa bets on a contract extension to operate Terminal 2 of the Port of Valparaíso until 2029
The wait continues for the ruling from the Tribunal de Defensa de la Libre Competencia (TDLC) regarding the extension of the concession contract -which expires in March 2027- for Terminal 2 of the Port of Valparaíso, a facility that continues to be operated by Terminal Portuario de Valparaíso (TPV), belonging to the Agunsa Group.
Puertos de Talcahuano plans to start the tender for the San Vicente terminal during 2028
During February of this year, Puertos de Talcahuano submitted the bidding terms for the San Vicente port terminal to the Tribunal de Defensa de la Libre Competencia for its concession valid for the period 2030-2059. The bidding process is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2028. PortalPortuario spoke with Cristian Wulf, general manager of the state-owned company of the Bio Bio, who referred to the aforementioned process that must conclude with the installation of a new operator in 2030.
Voces de Talcahuano highlight job opportunities that the construction of a new dock could generate
Representatives from Talcahuano supported the need to reopen discussions on the construction of a new dry dock, with the capacity to restore large-scale vessels. The main reason for supporting an idea like this is the significant number of job opportunities it could generate.
Declaration of Peruvian “national interest” to build post panamax dry dock provokes reactions in Chile
The recent declaration of “national interest” by the Congress of Peru for the construction of a post-Panamax dry dock at the Port of Callao has generated various reactions in the Chilean shipbuilding industry. Some voices lean towards promoting a project that would allow Chile to have such infrastructure, while others maintain that the current National Continuous Shipbuilding Plan (PNCCN) meets the needs of the market.
They assure that the crisis in the Middle East will not affect the Chilean port industry
Specialists assured that the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East, for the moment, would not represent a threat to the operations of Chilean ports and the national economy. Currently, the retaliations by the Iranian army continue following the series of bombings perpetrated jointly by the United States and Israel on Persian territory during the past week.
Organizations ask to avoid new delays in awarding works for the San Antonio Outer Port
The recent decision communicated by the Empresa Portuaria de San Antonio (EPSA), which announced the extension of the deadline for receiving bids for the tender destined to award the construction works for the shelter and related works of the so-called Puerto Exterior, generated different reactions. The new deadline imposed by the state-owned company is next July 10.
Nicolás Pose: “The ratification of the EU-Mercosur agreement is facing an open-ended outcome”
The ratification of the Free Trade Agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur remains uncertain, after just days from its signing, the European Parliament decided to refer the treaty to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) to review its legality, a judicial process that could take months or even years.
Josué Castaño assures that the New Freight Contract of EFE will be implemented in 2028
Josué Castaño, implementation director of EFE’s New Freight Contract, announced that the recently agreed model will be fully applied in 2028. It was during the development of the National Logistics Congress 2026 that the official from the Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado referred to the deadlines by which they hope to implement the New Freight Contract, a fundamental strategy for the development of national port logistics.
Alejandro Tudela: “We are going to support dealers in seeking business beyond the mountain range”
Alejandro Tudela, president of the board of directors of Empresa Portuaria Talcahuano – San Vicente, stated that the strategy for the current year will be marked by the search for new clients in southern Chile and Argentina.
Cámaras de seguridad de la Municipalidad de Viña del Mar no estarán operativas en vacaciones
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Concejales de Viña del Mar confirmaron que el servicio de cámaras de seguridad no estará disponible este verano debido a condiciones del contrato con Global Link. La instalación comenzaría en marzo si todo va bien. El concejal Aguilera del Frente Amplio dijo que se trabaja para acelerar el proceso.
Tres barristas de Santiago Wanderers son declarados culpables por homicidio de 2 hinchas de Colo Colo
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"Es una gran vergüenza": Farkas critica avances del Gobierno en reconstrucción por megaincendio
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Leonardo Farkas criticó duramente al Gobierno por la lenta reconstrucción tras el megaincendio en Valparaíso 2024, durante la entrega de 50 viviendas en Quilpué por la fundación Desafío Levantemos Chile. La fundación ha completado la entrega de 122 casas en Quilpué y Viña del Mar para las familias damnificadas.
Amplían detención de acusado de provocar incendio en el cual murió su hermano en Viña del Mar
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. El Juzgado de Garantía de Viña del Mar amplió la detención de Giancarlo Arancibia, acusado de provocar la muerte de su hermano en un incendio ocurrido en el sector de Nueva Aurora.
Balance de la peregrinación de Lo Vásquez: más de 1 millón de personas acudieron al santuario
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Cerca de 1.3 millones de personas participaron en la peregrinación al Santuario de Lo Vásquez. La festividad se llevó a cabo con altos estándares de seguridad y presencia de comercio ambulante. Hubo un comportamiento adecuado por parte de los asistentes, aunque lamentablemente una mujer de 51 años murió de un ataque al corazón en su camino al templo.
Peregrinación Lo Vásquez: Mujer falleció en ruta 68 durante la madrugada por paro cardiorrespiratorio
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Una mujer de 51 años falleció de un paro cardiorrespiratorio en la Ruta 68 hacia Valparaíso, durante la peregrinación al Santuario de Lo Vásquez. Carabineros y Samu intentaron reanimarla sin éxito. La persona tenía antecedentes cardíacos y Fiscalía instruyó la concurrencia del SML.
Miles de fieles asistieron a la primera jornada de la peregrinación de la Virgen de Lo Vásquez
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Miles de fieles se reunieron en la peregrinación de la Virgen de Lo Vásquez en Valparaíso, acompañados por un gran número de vendedores ambulantes, lo que motivó un despliegue de más de 600 carabineros en la zona. La ruta 68 tuvo cortes totales para facilitar la llegada de los devotos, desde Santiago hasta el enlace Américo Vespucio y el km. 96.
Centenares de fieles llegan a Lo Vásquez este sábado: Senapred declaró Alerta Temprana Preventiva
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Cientos de peregrinos ya llegaron al Santuario de Lo Vásquez en la víspera de la tradicional peregrinación, esperando que más de un millón de personas acudan el domingo 7 y lunes 8 de diciembre. Ante este evento masivo, Senapred declaró Alerta Temprana Preventiva para Marga Marga, Casablanca, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar y Algarrobo, intensificando la vigilancia.
Arraigo nacional a 4 carabineros acusados en indagatoria por golpiza a una persona en Valparaíso
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Cuatro carabineros que fueron formalizados por apremios ilegítimos en Valparaíso quedaron con arraigo nacional, firma mensual y prohibición de acercarse a la víctima. Dos policías llevaron a cabo la golpiza, mientras los otros no intervinieron.
Fatal atropello de joven en Valparaíso: denuncian que chofer imputado habría dado positivo a cocaína
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Chofer de microbús bajo los efectos de cocaína atropella y mata a joven universitaria en Valparaíso. El conductor no respetó paso peatonal y la estudiante murió en el lugar. Formalización del detenido será este viernes. Diputado exige medidas en "cruce de la muerte" donde ocurrió el accidente. Vecinos piden lomo de toro para prevenir más tragedias.
Captan brutal golpiza de guardias del Hospital Gustavo Fricke a hombre en Valparaíso
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Dos guardias del Hospital Gustavo Fricke de Viña del Mar agredieron a un hombre en la Unidad de Emergencia, situación captada en un video que se viralizó en redes sociales. La víctima estaba fumando en un área no permitida. Autoridades del hospital investigan el caso, mientras se destaca la falta de presencia policial en el recinto para garantizar seguridad.
Festividad de Lo Vásquez: anuncian cortes en ruta 68 y alta afluencia por fin de semana largo
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. El Obispado de Valparaíso anunció el inicio de la festividad religiosa de Lo Vásquez el domingo, con actividades espirituales desde el viernes 5 de diciembre, incluyendo misas y la procesión de la virgen.
Soterramiento del metrotren y nuevo Hospital Van Buren: las propuestas de Jara para Viña del Mar
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Jeannette Jara, candidata presidencial, promete ampliación portuaria, soterramiento del metrotren Quilpué - Villa Alemana y nuevo Hospital Van Buren en Viña del Mar. Durante su visita, se reunió con vecinos en Gómez Carreño y destacó compromisos como transporte eléctrico, reconstrucción post incendios y teleférico El Olivar - El Salto.
Jara y manejo del Gobierno por tema migratorio con Perú: "Habría actuado mucho más rápido"
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. Jeannette Jara, candidata presidencial de Unidad por Chile, se pronunció sobre la situación en la frontera con Perú, instando a medidas urgentes y lamentando la demora en la reunión entre autoridades de ambos países.
Familias de megatoma San Antonio rechazan albergue: es insuficiente y les prohíben llevar sus mascotas
Resumen generado con una herramienta de Inteligencia Artificial desarrollada por BioBioChile y revisado por el autor de este artículo. A solo 3 días de que venza el plazo dado por la Corte de Apelaciones de Valparaíso, persiste la incertidumbre sobre los albergues para los ocupantes de la Megatoma de San Antonio, con solo un recinto confirmado, el gimnasio de la Escuela España, insuficiente para las 10.000 familias del campamento.
Declaran Humedal Kan Kan de Viña del Mar como ecosistema acuático urbano
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