Hochschild Mining plc is a leading precious metals exploration, development and mining company headquartered in London. The firm focuses primarily on the production of silver and gold through both underground and open-pit operations. With a commitment to cost-efficient, sustainable mining practices, Hochschild leverages modern processing technologies to produce high-grade silver and gold concentrates for global metal markets.
The company’s principal operations are located in South America, where it holds and operates several key mining assets in Peru and Argentina. In Peru, Hochschild runs the Pallancata and Inmaculada mines, which are noted for their high silver grades and controlled operating costs. In Argentina, the company’s San José mine produces both silver and gold from extensive underground deposits. In addition to its core producing mines, Hochschild maintains an active exploration portfolio across the Andean region, targeting new discoveries and resource expansions.
Founded in 1911 by industrialist Mauricio Hochschild, the company has evolved over more than a century into an internationally recognized precious metals producer. Originally established to exploit Bolivia’s rich tin and silver belt, Hochschild has since expanded its footprint and modernized its operations, transitioning to a diversified portfolio of silver-gold assets. The company is publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange and maintains a secondary listing in the United States under the ticker HCHDF.
Leadership at Hochschild Mining emphasizes operational excellence, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. Under the guidance of Chief Executive Officer Ignacio Bustamante and Chairman Alonso Hochschild, the company has pursued strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing resource efficiency, reducing its environmental footprint, and strengthening relationships with local stakeholders. Hochschild continues to prioritize safe, responsible mining while seeking to unlock value through exploration and asset optimization.
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