Chilean startup Pignus will take its technology to the mining week of Expo Osaka 2025
The Antofagasta-born startup will present its innovative behavioral security platform "Rehaviour" in Japan during the "Mining Week for the Future," representing Chile at this important global event.
The startup Pignus, specializing in the development of technological solutions to improve safety in high-risk industries, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Universal Exhibition Osaka 2025, specifically in the "Week: Mining for the Future", which will take place from June 14 to 18. The participation is part of a trade mission organized by ProChile Antofagasta, focused on highlighting the technology developed from the region, especially in the mining sector.
Our participation in the Expo Osaka 2025 is a great opportunity to showcase how Chilean technology is innovating in the area of security, helping to save lives in high-risk industries such as mining. Through our Rehaviour platform, which integrates virtual reality and artificial intelligence, we seek to transform the way companies manage their workers' behavioral safety, significantly reducing workplace accidents," says Felipe Sanhueza, CEO of Pignus.
The Expo Osaka 2025 is shaping up as a global showcase to display technological advances and innovative solutions to present and future challenges. This new edition will bring together over 160 countries and international organizations under the motto: "Designing the future society for our lives".
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"From ProChile Antofagasta, we are filled with pride to accompany Pignus at this global showcase that is Expo Osaka 2025. Their participation is a concrete example of the talent and innovation that emerges from our region, with high-impact solutions for strategic industries such as mining. This milestone reaffirms our commitment to the internationalization of regional technological companies, and to positioning Chile as a relevant player in building a safer and more sustainable society," said Marcia Rojas Ponce, North Zone Regional Director of ProChile.
Mining Approach and Ecosystem Support
Pignus will be present at the Week dedicated to highlighting the geological riches of Chile and their role in "saving lives", valuing the country's contribution to the energy transition, innovation, and experience in geological risk management. The startup will show how its technological solutions are revolutionizing safety protocols in the mining industry.
Similarly, from the startup, they highlight the key player in their growth, the accelerator Aster, an entity based in Antofagasta and propelled by Escondida | BHP since 2021, and Magical, a renowned investment fund and accelerator of startups in Latin America.
"Aster, as a specialist accelerator in solutions for the mining industry, provided us with a tailor-made acceleration program that included mentoring, financing, and strategic connections with key players in the industry, such as BHP. This experience allowed us to validate and adapt our solution to the real needs of mining, strengthening our value proposition and expanding our presence in the market," expressed the CEO of Pignus.
He added that, "Also from Magical, as an investor, they provide us with constant support in decision-making and guide us in understanding the venture capital market, which has been vital for our preparation towards future investment rounds and to ensure sustainable growth."
The first quarter of 2025 was a great success for Pignus, adding new clients in strategic sectors such as mining and construction. The company is now close to launching new features of its Rehaviour tool, with a special focus on the development of training that strengthens soft skills in a collaborative way. In addition, looking towards the end of this year, they hope to consolidate their position outside of Chile, specifically, strengthening their presence in the Peruvian market.