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Santiago, Chile – Continental’s group sector ContiTech has once again been recognized for the third consecutive time as Best Conveyor Belt Supplier and, for the first time, as Best Supplier of Belt Cleaners in the Chilean market. The awards, presented by Phibrand, acknowledge excellence among suppliers serving Chile’s mining industry. The 2025 survey included nearly 60 leading large- and medium-sized mining companies, and approximately 400 industry users were interviewed between June and August. Conducted every two years, the study evaluates key factors such as quality, flexibility, and performance and, for the first time this year, sustainability was also a decisive category. The recognition was presented during a special ceremony by Carlos Hunt, Regional Ministerial Secretary (Seremi) of the Chilean government, together with Antiza Vladilo, Local Development and Suppliers Leader at Corporación Alta Ley. “Being recognized for the third time in a row as the best conveyor belt supplier and, for the first time, as best supplier of belt cleaners in Chile is a testament to our team’s unwavering commitment to excellence,” saidAndreas Gerstenberger, CEO of ContiTech USA and Head of Industrial Solutions Americas business area. “These awards reinforce our dedication to supporting Chile’s mining industry with reliable, high-performance, and sustainable solutions that keep operations moving efficiently and safely.” Accepting the Best Supplier of Belt Cleaners Award from left to right: Raul Pizarro, Head of Sales, Omar Aguilera, Inside Sales, and Luis Diaz, Planner. “These awards belong to our people,” added Thomas Lau, Head of Plant Management at ContiTech Industrial Solutions Americas in Santiago, Chile. “They reflect the daily effort of every team member to deliver not only top-quality products, but also the technical support and service flexibility that our customers rely on. We are especially proud that sustainability has been highlighted as a key criterion this year… it’s an area where we continue to innovate and lead.” Phibrand’s survey is one of the most respected benchmarks in the Chilean industrial and mining sectors, assessing supplier reputation and customer satisfaction independently and objectively. “At ContiTech, we believe that engineered solutions must go beyond product performance, they must integrate seamlessly with each customer’s operational goals,” said Sven Hlywiak, Vice President of Customer Engineered Solutions at ContiTech Industrial Solutions Americas. “This recognition demonstrates that our customer-centric and collaborative approach, together with our deep technical expertise are making a tangible difference in the success and growth of Chile’s mining operations.”
