Gustavo Sáenz celebrated the beginning of the production of lithium chloride: “Salta is the protagonist of the energy transition”

At the beginning of the production of the first lithium chloride processing plant, Sáenz said: “Today is A day of great importance for the province of Salta and for Argentina. We celebrate the first mining milestone of the year 2025: the inauguration of this industrial plant for lithium chloride production of the Ganfeng Lithium company “.

The ceremony was attended by Xioashen WangPresident of Ganfeng Lithium Co.; Jason Luopresident of Ganfeng Lithium South America and the Secretary of Mining of the Nation, Luis Lucero.

Mariana Project

The newly opened is part of the Mariana project in the Salar de Llullaillaco, which crossing large tolar to the industrial plant of General Güemes, “It will travel a path of transformation, where the industry will convert a resource into value and development”according to the Salta president.

The Mariana project is one of Salta’s most important and its construction “promoted the local economy, generating more than 11,600 direct and indirect employment sources And with a great transforming impact of mining in the region, “Sáenz said.

Thus, “a new stage begins where 600 workers will be a fundamental part of the generation of 20,000 tons per year of lithium chloride, strengthening the mining trade balance and positioning us as the province that has consolidated more lithium mines in production phases“He said.

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Ganfeng Lithium authorities and Salteño governor, present.

In that sense, he highlighted the importance of the industrialization of lithium in Salta, consolidating the province as the protagonist in the era of the energy transition. He also stressed that in less than a year three industrial plants were launched: Eramine South America In the Centennial Salar mice and then, Gold salt of Posco, with an operational model that integrates different stages of production both in the Puna and Güemes and whose plant is also located in the Industrial Park.

In addition, he highlighted the company’s commitment to sustainability, by promoting the use and generation of solar energy to operate autonomously, using renewable energy and reducing its environmental impact. “We move towards a future where mining and sustainability walk together, in a model that positions Salta as the protagonist of responsible development,” he concluded.

Mining Collaboration Model between China and Argentina

For his part, the president of Ganfeng South America referred to this project as “a new milestone in the mining of Salta and Argentina and to inaugurate a prosperous and sustainable future.” Considered that It is one of the emblem projects in Argentina and a mining collaboration model between China and Argentina.

“Not only does the development and progress of the lithium industry in Salta and Argentina begin, but also contributes a large number of jobs and tax revenues for the region. The lithium industry is key to the strength and economic growth of Salta and Argentina “Jason Luo said.

For his part, the president of Ganfeng Lithium co. He referred to the large investment of the company that in total has invested 3,000 million dollars in the country and said: “In the future we will continue to expand the investment not only in the construction of projects and acquisition of equipment, but also on development initiatives Community “.

Finally, the Secretary of Mining of the Nation celebrated “for the achievement that represents the conclusion and implementation of the Marian Lithium Chloride Plant. I also congratulate the Government of Salta for everything done so that this new plant is a reality . The Argentine Northwest occupies a strategic place on the map of the world lithium. Our commitment is firm, not only with today’s goals, but also with future generations. We have the firm conviction that this is the way to true development. “