• 3 min de lectura
• 3 min de lectura
The new board of directors of Empresa Portuaria Arica (EPA) for the 2026-2029 period began its activities with a tour of the terminal. The visit was conducted with the aim of familiarizing themselves with the operations of the Port of Arica and understanding the main challenges, investments, and strategic projects that will define its future development.
The board is composed of Pedro Jaramillo Valdés as president; María Loreto Letelier as vice president; and Loreto Cornejo Ponce as director.
During the day, the directors were accompanied by the general manager, Jorge Cáceres, on a tour that included the port's operational areas to learn about its functioning, logistical capabilities, infrastructure, and the work being carried out to handle cargo originating - over 70% - from and to Bolivia.
Among the topics analyzed were projects aimed at strengthening port infrastructure, optimizing logistical processes, and responding to the sustained growth in cargo transfer.
As part of the activities, courtesy calls were made to the regional governor of Arica and Parinacota, Diego Paco, with whom the joint work being carried out to advance the realization of the Central Bioceanic Corridor was discussed, in addition to other initiatives related to regional port logistics development.
EPA's senior executives also met with the presidential delegate of Arica and Parinacota, Cristian Sayes; the maritime governor, Captain Félix Miranda; and with the executives of Terminal Puerto Arica (TPA), led by its general manager, Camilo Jobet, with whom they discussed various port development initiatives.
Meetings were also held with the Workers' Union and the Workers' Representative of EPA, with the aim of strengthening dialogue and collaboration spaces that contribute to the company's development.
At the end of the activities, the president of the board of directors of Empresa Portuaria Arica, Pedro Jaramillo, valued this first day of work, stating that "this visit allowed us to learn firsthand about the port's operation, the commitment of its workers, and the challenges facing the company. As a Board, we responsibly undertake the task of contributing to the strengthening of a strategic port for the region, for Chile, and for the Andean Macrozone, promoting efficient, sustainable, and development-oriented management."
Furthermore, Jaramillo maintained that it is essential for the board to project the Port of Arica into the future. "The challenges we face require a strategic vision, capable of driving new investments, strengthening infrastructure, increasing logistical efficiency, and moving towards sustainable development. Our purpose is for the port to continue to be an engine of growth for the region and to consolidate its leadership as a logistical platform for Asia Pacific," emphasized the head of the state-owned company.
