The company earned AEO certification in recognition of its high security standards and rigorous traceability throughout its logistics chain.

Techint Engineering & Construction has received the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) certification from Chilean Customs, consolidating its position as a secure and reliable partner in the international logistics chain. With this recognition, the company becomes the first engineering and construction company in the world to achieve this standard.

Key recognition for secure logistics in engineering projects

The AEO certification confirms that Techint E&C meets the highest requirements for security, operational traceability, and customs compliance, which are critical elements for managing logistics in large-scale projects.

The AEO program is an international standard that validates the reliability of organizations involved in foreign trade, providing them with more agile and secure customs procedures.

This achievement was made possible thanks to the joint work of the Foreign Trade team and various areas of the company, which implemented controls and processes in accordance with the requirements of Chilean Customs.

Operational benefits of AEO certification

Having the Authorized Economic Operator certification provides direct improvements in logistics efficiency, cost reduction, and project time optimization, such as:

• Priority attention in the dispatch of goods.

• Less oversight and fewer physical and documentary checks.

• Single point of contact with Customs.

• Training in supply chain security.

• Exemption from Certificate of Origin (according to resolution).

• Imports with guaranteed payment and 60-day tax deferral.

• Expedited customs processes for clearance and measurement.

• Priority use of non-invasive technologies.

• Measurement at own facilities.

• Reduced storage and measurement costs.

• Reputational value for customers and projects.

Keys to success according to the team

“The idea to obtain certification was born a few years ago, as we saw the constant growth of operations in Chile, which prompted us to seek improvements to streamline our customs processes. Thanks to the support of management and the efforts of all the areas involved at Headquarters, TEPAM, and the Chile Logistics Center, we were able to achieve this,” said Germaín Morales, Traffic & Logistics Manager.

“This is a milestone for the company, as it is the first engineering and construction company in the world to obtain this certification, which gives us a very powerful positive image that sets us apart from our competitors,” added Jorge Bertani, Traffic & Logistics Manager.

A step forward in competitiveness and global standards

The AEO certification strengthens Techint E&C's position in Chile, ensuring greater logistical predictability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in infrastructure and energy projects. This milestone reaffirms the company's commitment to practices aligned with international standards in foreign trade and supply chain security.