Austin Powder

Austin Powder Chile Earned the Building Happiness 2026 Certification! Granted to organizations that demonstrate a genuine commitment to employee well-being and workplace happiness, this recognition is based on employees’ own perceptions across four key areas: Well-being, Engagement, Recognition and Sustainability. Austin Powder Chile achieved a Net Happiness Score of 80.08%, with 84.21% of participants reporting that they are happy in their workplace. More than a certification, this achievement reflects the people who bring our values to life every day through respect, teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Congratulations to the entire Austin Powder Chile team! #oneaustin #thepoweroffamily

Benefit Study: 3 Integrated E*STAR Technologies Drive Blasting Efficiency at a Major West African Gold Mine At one of West Africa’s largest open-pit gold mining operations, Austin Powder helped enhance blasting efficiency through the implementation of three integrated E*STAR technologies: the E*STAR Electronic Initiation System, LOGGER2, and PARADIGM Blasting Software. Together, these solutions improved field communication, streamlined blast planning, simplified reporting, and supported reliable day-to-day production in a demanding mining environment. By combining advanced electronic initiation with powerful design and data management tools, the operation gained a more efficient and connected blasting workflow. This successful collaboration demonstrates how innovative technology and strong customer partnerships can drive continuous improvement in mining operations. #innovationsthatmatter #thepoweroffamily See the full Benefit Study at this link. austinpowder.com/wp-content/…

Austin Powder Supply Chain Enhances Efficiency and Cost Competitiveness The Austin Powder Argentina Supply Chain team has achieved certification approval for new packaging developed by Smurfit Kappa for Detonating Cord, ShockStar Detonators, and E*STAR Detonators. The approval expands Austin Powder Argentina’s portfolio of qualified packaging solutions, adding a cost-competitive option that meets the industry’s rigorous quality and safety standards. It also supports supply continuity, operational flexibility, and improved cost efficiency. This milestone reflects strong collaboration across multiple teams and a shared commitment to continuous improvement. “Thank you to the entire team. These developments require tremendous determination and perseverance, and they continue to deliver outstanding results,” says Maria Laura Cenci, Supply Chain Manager, Austin Powder Argentina Explosives Division. #innovationsthatmatter

Austin Powder’s Corporate Volunteer Program Achieves Record Growth In 2026, "The Will to Make a Difference," Austin Powder’s corporate volunteer program at the Juramento Plant welcomed employees and their family members to participate in projects supporting local communities. This more inclusive approach helped increase participation by 47%, growing from 32 volunteers in 2025 to 47 in 2026. Volunteers now represent 28% of the plant’s total workforce. Together, volunteers contributed to educational programs, environmental conservation, urban reforestation, community-space improvements, and public-health initiatives. Thank you to everyone who continues to share their time and talents to create positive, lasting community impact. #thepoweroffamily

Exciting News! The Paradigm Development Team is proud to announce the latest production release of Paradigm. A result of months of development, testing, and collaboration with users around the world, this release introduces powerful new capabilities designed to make blast planning, modelling, visualization, and auditing faster, smarter, and more intuitive than ever before. What's New? 🌎 Map Editor: Bring both 2D background and 3D terrain tiles into your session from Google Maps 🐍 Python Scripting: Command Paradigm with the Python programming language 📐 Excel and PowerPoint Custom Templates: Populate your own template with Paradigm ⏱️ E*Star: Support for bulk flash timing 🎯 Placement editor: Modify hole toe or collar positions in bulk 🦇 Underground: Improved hole label displays for ring and wall holes 💾 Optional binary file format: Results in smaller files, considerably faster loading and saving of blst files, plus better memory utilization. "The tools in this new release are a result of the feedback from our users and the hard work of the development team. I know there will be features in this new version that will help Austin Powder’s experts design better blasts,” says Alan Romphf - Global Blast Engineering Manager. We encourage all Paradigm users to download version 26.8.24, explore the new features, and share their feedback. This update marks another major step forward in delivering industry-leading blast design and modeling technology. Find out more about Paradigm at portal.austinpowder.com/ #innovationsthatmatter

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Austin Powder Is Modernizing its Operations by Transitioning from Coal to Natural Gas The change at the Austin Detonator plant is expected to reduce the site’s carbon footprint by approximately 1,500 tonnes of CO₂ per year, a 44% reduction, while also decreasing dust particles and other substances associated with coal combustion. This important energy upgrade supports more efficient operations, a lower product carbon footprint, and growing customer expectations for sustainability.

A well-designed pre-split blast leads to smooth, stable walls. Need a helping hand creating or evaluating your pre-split design? Austin Powder and Paradigm have you covered. With Paradigm's Pre-Split Designer, you can design your pre-split blast using your rock hardness and explosive properties. Send a pre-split charge rule to your library and charge your holes. Pre-Split Designer is another example of how Paradigm helps engineers and blasters work safer, smarter, and faster. Learn more about Paradigm blast design software at Paradigm.AustinPowder.com

Ethics and Governance: Building Trust Through Responsible Leadership At Austin Powder, sustainability is closely connected to the way we lead, make decisions, and create long-term value. Ethical conduct and strong governance provide the foundation for operating responsibly across our global organization. In 2025, we strengthened this foundation by creating the Global Sustainability Manager role and consolidating the Global Sustainability Team. Together, these steps bring 18 specialists from diverse regions and backgrounds into a more coordinated structure, helping us implement our Sustainability Strategy, improve global alignment, and keep our priorities locally relevant. Ethics remains central to how we work. Through the global relaunch of our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, we reaffirmed our commitment to transparency, accountability, respect, and responsible decision-making. Governance brings these commitments into practice. It is reflected in how we manage risks, engage with stakeholders, communicate progress, and integrate sustainability into everyday business decisions. Each of us contributes by acting with integrity, considering the broader impact of our work, and building trust through consistent actions. By strengthening ethics and governance, we help Austin Powder grow responsibly, protect our reputation, and build stronger relationships with employees, customers, partners, investors, and communities. As we move forward, these principles will continue to guide how we work and how we create value for the future. #innovationsthatmatter

Supporting Responsible Mining Through Collaboration Austin Powder was proud to sponsor Salta Mining Summit II, one of northern Argentina’s leading mining industry events. The summit brought together key stakeholders to exchange ideas and explore the challenges and opportunities shaping a mining sector focused on sustainability and competitiveness. Santiago Remón, General Manager of Austin Powder Argentina Explosives Division, joined the panel “Mining Suppliers and the Value Chain,” highlighting the importance of efficient, competitive solutions that create value across the industry. Mariana Faccio, LATAM Regional Manager of Institutional Relations and Communications, participated in “The Role of Communities in Sustainable Mining,” emphasizing active listening and transparent communication as essential to building long-term relationships based on trust. By sharing knowledge, learning from industry leaders, and fostering meaningful dialogue, Austin Powder continues to support responsible mining growth and a stronger value chain. #AustinPowder #SaltaMiningSummit #Mining #ResponsibleMining #Argentina #CommunityEngagement #MiningInnovation #Collaboration