The Peruvian mining industry is already looking ahead to Expomina 2026, the largest mining trade fair in the Americas and one of the biggest globally. Scheduled for September 2026 at the Jockey Convention Center in Lima, the event will be presided over by Roque Benavides Ganoza, Executive Chairman of Compañía de Minas Buenaventura. His appointment underscores the importance of the fair not only as a business platform but also as a stage for shaping the future direction of the sector in Peru and across the region.
Benavides, a mining engineer and one of the most influential figures in the industry, brings decades of leadership experience. Beyond his role at Buenaventura, he serves on the boards of Sociedad Minera El Brocal, Banco de Crédito del Perú, and Cementos Lima. He has also played a central role in national industry organizations, including the Sociedad Nacional de Minería, Petróleo y Energía, which he once chaired, and CONFIEP, where he served as president between 1999 and 2001. His presence at the helm of Expomina 2026 adds weight to the event’s credibility and reach, both nationally and internationally.
The significance of this announcement lies in Expomina’s role as a strategic platform for Peru’s mining future. With supplier industries already contributing about 4% of national GDP, the fair is critical for attracting investment, forging global partnerships, and reinforcing Peru’s position as a top-tier mining destination. Having Roque Benavides lead the event sends a clear signal of private-sector leadership and continuity, offering reassurance to international investors at a time when competition from other mining hubs is intensifying. Expomina 2026 will not only showcase mining technology and suppliers but also shape the narrative of Peru’s ability to align economic growth, global partnerships, and long-term resource development.