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How the deadly attack on police officers in Cañete unfolded

How the deadly attack on police officers in Cañete unfolded

Authorities are investigating the circumstances under which the police officers were killed, after reportedly responding to calls made to emergency line 133. Details about the lives of the deceased officers …

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Acoforag Mourns the Death of 3 Carabineros in Cañete

Acoforag Mourns the Death of 3 Carabineros in Cañete

The Association of Forestry Contractors A.G. (Acoforag) extends its condolences to Carabineros de Chile and the families of the officers, First Corporal Sergio Arévalo Lobos and Misael Vidal Cid, and …

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Death of Three Police Officers Confirmed in Ambush During Attack in Cañete

Death of Three Police Officers Confirmed in Ambush During Attack in Cañete

The arson attack occurred during a nighttime patrol. The identities were released by Carabineros de Chile. The government declared three days of national mourning. In the early hours of this …

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CMPC Plans $850 Million Investment in 2024, Focusing Outside Chile

CMPC Plans $850 Million Investment in 2024, Focusing Outside Chile

Less than 40% of the forestry giant's investment will remain in its home country, amid criticism of public policy. At a recent Ordinary Shareholders' Meeting, Luis Felipe Gazitúa, chairman of …

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Criminal Gang Dismantled in La Araucanía for Multi-Million Dollar Timber Theft

Criminal Gang Dismantled in La Araucanía for Multi-Million Dollar Timber Theft

•Three suspects remanded in custody after operation at Forestal Mininco property, with loot valued at $133 million. In an operation conducted by Carabineros, three individuals were remanded in custody accused …

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Attacks on the forestry sector have increased costs and reduced insurance offerings for plantations

Attacks on the forestry sector have increased costs and reduced insurance offerings for plantations

An expert from Corma stated that small and medium-sized landowners are the most affected, as they lack the resources to reforest if their property is destroyed by attacks or fires. …

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