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Gabriel Tumani, General Manager of Ultraport, affirmed that the operator's decision to segment its multi-purpose port operations from its mechanized operations is justified by the high level of demand in the Chilean industry.
It is worth remembering that in mid-August, Ultraport reported on this restructuring, arguing that "the current world demands ever-greater levels of specialization for the sustainable development of organizations and the people who comprise them."
Within the framework of the Truck Driver's Day celebration, PortalPortuario spoke with Tumani, who delved into this process and explained the role that the company Servantis, which has taken over the management of mechanized operations, will play.
When asked about the division of operations, the general manager explained that "the company is undergoing a process of specialization, of professionalization, and therefore today it already has two lives within it. One is the classic Ultraport brand, where we work with multi-purpose ports, and a new company called Servantis has been created."
Regarding Servantis's role, Tumani indicated that "it is mainly focused on mining and oil & gas. Everything related to the export of fuel and other products that also require a different level of specialization, technology, and efficiency. Therefore, in both lines, we will continue working for the development of this country."
Regarding the motivations behind this type of restructuring, the executive assured that it was due to the high demands of the Chilean market and the country's territorial expansion.
"The truth is simply because Chile needs it. When one looks at the ports, sometimes we believe that all ports are the same, and the truth is that Chile is very different. From Arica to Punta Arenas, we move different cargoes; it is very different to move cellulose, to move fruit, than to move copper concentrate or copper cathodes," he stated.
Furthermore, Gabriel Tumani explained that "when one says 'they are all ports', yes, but they are all different industries. And therefore, the competencies required at the worker level, the equipment needed to mobilize cargo, and the level of safety work are different focuses. So, like any company that focuses on growing and being better, that's what we are doing."
Regarding the implementation of the measure, Ultraport's head reported that it is already underway and has progressed "naturally" with the support of workers and users. He also announced that the division of operations would become 100% effective in January 2027.
According to the company, Ultraport will focus its operations on the branches of Arica, Angamos, Coquimbo, Valparaíso, and Punta Arenas. Meanwhile, the Servantis subsidiary will be in charge of mechanized facilities such as Terminal Graneles del Norte (TGN), Centinela, Teck, and Mejillones.
