Our production plant is based in the industrial area of Talcahuano (VIII Region of Chile) between the bays of San Vicente and Concepcion (500 Km. south of Santiago).  The location, close to several ports, railroads and highways, provides a privileged access to Chilean and foreign markets.

The plant was first built by the Governament owned Petroquimica Chilena in 1970 and purchased by Diamond Shamrock 8 years later.  In 1986, it became part of OxyChem and currently it is part of its basic chemicals group.

In 1991, OxyChile implemented a technological breakthrough and started operations using membrane cells that allow improved process controls and minimized emissions.

Every year OxyChile invests in projects to reduce environmental impact and improve operations.  To carry out processes and activities successfully, OxyChile employs 110 people at the Talcahuano plant and 16 people at the Head office in Santiago.

Logistics and distribution are also part of its activities, with 3 maritime terminals:  one located in Tocopilla in the north of Chile (2,600 tons.), another in central Chile in San Antonio (6,600 tons.) and the other in San Vicente, near the plant in the south of the country (28,400 tons.).  In addition, 8 trucking and 2 rail carriers provide services in this field.