A Chilean Visionary's Bold Ventures Vindicated by the Digital Economy
A Chilean Visionary's Bold Ventures Vindicated by the Digital Economy
Santiago, Chile, October 2024 – The renowned Chilean entrepreneur Manuel Cruzat Infante has reestablished his position in the business world, marked by a strategic land sale in Lo Aguirre to Transelec.
Nueva Pudahuel S.A., once known as Sociedad Minera Pudahuel, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Situated just 16 kilometers from the heart of Santiago, the company has shifted from its origins in mining to emerge as a leading innovator in Chile’s technology and energy sectors. Led by renowned Chilean entrepreneur Manuel Cruzat Infante, this evolution positions Nueva Pudahuel as a key player in sustainable development. By integrating clean energy solutions with the expanding digital economy, the company is helping to shape the future of Chile’s growth and global competitiveness.
At the heart of this new direction is the Kimal Lo Aguirre project, a landmark endeavor led by Conexión (Transelec), situated on 25 hectares of Nueva Pudahuel's land. This massive energy infrastructure project, with a nominal capacity of 3,000 MW at ±600 kV, includes the construction of an HVDC bipolar transmission line equipped with cutting-edge LCC technology and a dedicated metallic return (DMR). Spanning approximately 1,500 kilometers, the line will link northern Chile's abundant renewable energy—particularly solar power—with the central region's energy-hungry consumption hubs. This project promises to bolster the nation's clean energy transition, improving efficiency and sustainability at an unprecedented scale.
But Nueva Pudahuel's resurgence doesn't stop at energy. Its transformation into an international digital hub is gaining momentum with the impending arrival of the Humboldt Cable in Valparaíso. This submarine fiber optic cable will bridge Chile with Asia and Oceania, turning the nation into a global technology node. The Humboldt Cable's high-speed, low-latency capabilities will unlock vast potential for Chile's digital economy, empowering industries reliant on fast, secure data transfers. Data centers and technological firms are set to flourish, backed by this robust and sustainable infrastructure.
Strategic location is yet another of Nueva Pudahuel's advantages. The company’s lands boast excellent connectivity, with close access to Route 68—the major artery connecting Santiago and Valparaíso—as well as Costanera Norte and the soon-to-be-built road linking routes 68 and 78. This infrastructure ensures seamless logistics for goods and services, amplifying the region's attractiveness for expanding technological and energy operations.
Manuel Cruzat Infante’s visionary leadership has turned Nueva Pudahuel S.A. into a beacon of innovation, harnessing renewable energy and digital infrastructure to catalyze economic and technological growth. Through the Kimal Lo Aguirre project, the international connectivity of the Humboldt Cable, and its unrivaled access to Chile's road networks, Nueva Pudahuel stands at the forefront of Chile's sustainable development strategy.
With this bold, multifaceted approach, Nueva Pudahuel is poised to lead Chile’s transition toward a cleaner, more connected future, embodying global development goals by advancing clean energy, digital innovation, and sustainable economic growth. In doing so, Manuel Cruzat Infante once again proves himself a master strategist, steering his ventures toward success in the rapidly evolving global economy—solidifying his comeback with a decisive sale of land in Lo Aguirre to Transelec, ensuring a strong financial resurgence.
