Cuajone

Cuajone is an open-pit copper mine located in southern Peru, 30 kilometers from the city of Moquegua and 840 kilometers from Lima. This operation represents one of the country’s main sources of copper production, with mining and processing infrastructure that requires specialized technical solutions to ensure its continuous development.

In this context, a series of specialized services and studies were developed, aimed at ensuring the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the operation, as detailed below:

• Development of geotechnical studies for mining infrastructure, including haul roads, leach pads, and operational areas, with a focus on stability and settlement analysis.
• Evaluation of the physical stability of leach pads at different stages, considering operating conditions, expansions, and closure.
• Update of seismic hazard analyses and slope stability assessments under both static and dynamic conditions.
• Geotechnical and geomechanical investigations through field and laboratory testing, including CPTu, piezometers, and specialized tests.
• Evaluation of the stability of waste rock dumps, both under operating and projected conditions, ensuring safe performance.
• Development of comprehensive hydrogeological studies, including rock mass characterization, conceptual and numerical modeling, and water balance assessments.
• Updating and optimization of geotechnical designs for leach pads and associated components, maximizing capacity and operational efficiency.
• Preparation of detailed engineering for the construction of leach pads and associated works, integrating technical and operational criteria.