What developments at Carboclor would you highlight from the past year?

EdF: Carboclor strengthened the positioning of its boutique logistics model in 2024, focusing on digital upgrades and refreshed communications. We have seen positive results: Growth came across petrochemical, agrochemical, and fuel clients. Operational priorities included leadership programs, SAP enhancements with AI-ready modules, and supply chain efficiencies.

How does Carboclor maximize the flexibility of its solutions for clients?

EdF: Carboclor manages 45,000 m³ of storage in tanks from 50 m³ up to nearly 2,000 m³, delivering tailored services such as nitrogen blanketing, heating, and specialized linings for fuels and chemicals. This boutique approach safeguards quality, transparency, and full

What are some key areas of growth?

EdF: In Argentina, we see strong demand. In chemicals, easing import restrictions has shifted the market from large-scale storage to continuous inventory rotation, favoring Carboclor’s mid-scale tank flexibility. Fuel exports to Paraguay are rising sharply, supported by the terminal’s natural draft and direct barge access via the Paraná de las Palmas, providing a competitive edge. The company is evaluating future investments to expand fuel-handling capacity in line with this growing regional trade.

Where has Carboclor been investing in its storage infrastructure?

EdF: Recent infrastructure investments at Carboclor have focused on expanding heated tank capacity, supported by a new boiler and upgraded steam distribution. Our office facilities were fully renovated into open-space layouts to enhance collaboration, alongside leadership and coaching initiatives. Electrical systems are being modernized, and revenues are being reinvested into terminal improvements. The pier has undergone a full redesign to safely accommodate both large vessels and the growing barge traffic linked to fuel exports to Paraguay.

EB: Our new steam system and boiler, and a major investment in optimizing our entire steam distribution network, will enable more efficient and environmentally responsible heating for all products requiring temperature control, enhancing operational robustness beyond simply installing new equipment.

How has Carboclor demonstrated resilience to headwinds in Argentina and around the globe?

EB: The company has navigated Argentina’s volatile economy astutely. Despite challenges like inflation and devaluation, Carboclor successfully transitioned from a productive industrial operation to a focused logistics provider. We have generated sufficient cash flow for necessary investments without needing shareholder capital injections.

EdF: We are operating within a complex global and regional macroeconomic context in 2025. The company is focused on cost management, operational efficiency, and excellence in logistics services, driving positive financial results and strengthening balance sheets. This stability enables thoughtful investment planning, such as the boiler upgrade, which five years ago might have seemed impossible.

What are the company’s priorities for the coming years?

EB: Carboclor plans a major expansion in logistics capacity by using its existing infrastructure and space to grow service volume and business scale, while enhancing our boutique service through improved responsiveness, digitalization, and cost-optimizing procedures. For 2025, Carboclor aims to diversify its client base, reducing reliance on large-scale fuel volumes and focusing on chemical industry customers, leveraging its petrochemical expertise and industry involvement.

EdF: While current core operations include liquid tank storage, bulk, LPG storage, and dock management, Carboclor is exploring medium-term strategic diversification into dry goods warehousing and logistics distribution. This aims to offer clients integrated supply chain solutions, positioning Carboclor as a full-service logistics operator that manages the entire flow, from product receipt to delivery.