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In the context of the socialization process for the proposed Regional Logistics Policy promoted by Empresa Portuaria Iquique (EPI), the Chairman of the Board, Max Barrera, along with the General Manager, Rubén Castro, held a working meeting with the body of Iquique councilors and the acting mayor, Marco Pérez, who valued the initiative.
"The strategic axes of the proposal, which seeks to consolidate Tarapacá as a logistics hub in the South American macro-zone, strengthen infrastructure, digitalization, sustainability, and connectivity with key projects such as bioceanic corridors, mining projects, the opening of maritime cabotage, among other demand drivers," communicated the state port company.
"Emphasis was placed on the importance of the bidding process for the new concession of the Port of Iquique, providing guidelines for the roadmap for the development of the port facility for the coming decades," it added.
In this regard, the Chairman of the Board of EPI, Max Barrera, stated that "it was a pleasant conversation about how we are going to face the future as a port-city to transform ourselves into a great logistics center. In that sense, all contributions will be considered. That is the beauty of this proposal, which is for us to discuss, debate, and improve it together."
In turn, the acting mayor of Iquique, Marco Pérez, expressed that "I leave this meeting very pleasantly satisfied. We continue working for the development of the city, positioning the Port of Iquique as a key lever for trade in the region and South America." Councilor Sebastián Vergara also highlighted the convergence of views between the municipality and the port authority: "One of the best summaries is that there is an intention here for several actors to row towards the same horizon."
"It is a very good message for the citizens, because we have a common vision of what we want for our city. And here's a message to the citizens, because taking care of the Port of Iquique is taking care of Iquique. To the extent that the port does well, Iquique will do well," he added.
Meanwhile, Councilor Martín Lonza emphasized the temporal projection of the port. "It is very important because by 2030 we have to see this roadmap, because this is not just something that will affect us today, but until 2050-2060. We have to transform this port not only for Iquique, but for the entire region. That is why we greatly appreciate the invitation to be able to have a unified discourse on where the port is going," he noted.
"A very valuable instance and of course we will be available to support whatever is required from the municipality of Iquique and thus also contribute to a long-term vision regarding the economic development of the region, in a context of global markets with an integrated vision. There is also the port-city vision to be able to reduce negative externalities," concluded Councilor Rodrigo Oliva.
