LATEST ARTICLES
Chile’s Golden Future
bUSiness CHILE
October 2011
Chile is better known as a copper producer but mining companies are developing projects that could turn the country into one of the world’s top ten gold producers by the end of this decade. bUSiness CHILE looks at the factors driving this growth, the state of gold mining and why high costs could take some of the shine off new projects.
Innovation by the Sea
bUSiness CHILE
October 2011
A Chilean entrepreneur and his American partner have founded a new innovation center in Viña del Mar that is developing new technologies with humanitarian and commercial applications.
Towards a Sustainable Energy Mix
bUSiness CHILE
August 2011
Chile’s energy matrix is dependent on hydropower and imported fossil fuels, but what is the alternative? Should it consider nuclear energy? Should it promote non-conventional renewable energy projects? What role can energy efficiency play? These questions must be addressed by all Chileans to ensure the future mix is environmentally and socially acceptable.
The Value of Loyalty
bUSiness CHILE
July 2011
Chilean companies are using innovative loyalty programs to gain a competitive edge but investing in business intelligence is key to developing programs that benefit both the company and its customers.
Picture Perfect
bUSiness CHILE
July 2011
The Start Up Chile program created by the Economy Ministry last year has had mixed results so far, but a new photo booth business created by four American entrepreneurs and their Chilean partner shows it is helping to promote innovation.
Protecting Chile's Biodiversity
bUSiness CHILE
June 2011
Conservation is a crucial issue for a country that bases its wealth on producing natural resources, but a strong and independent service is needed to protect biodiversity in the whole country including in its world-famous national parks and reserves.
Regulating the Fishing Industry
bUSiness CHILE
June 2011
The need to renew regulation of Chile’s fishing industry has set off a stormy debate that has also highlighted the importance of more research into the factors which determine the sustainability of the resource and the industry.
Uncorking the U.S. Market
bUSiness CHILE
April 2011
Concha y Toro’s purchase of Fetzer Vineyards from alcoholic beverages giant Brown-Forman is the first major investment by a South American winery in the U.S., and gives the company a foothold in a large, thirsty market.
