Nicolás Valdés Appointed as AGUNSA’s Agency, Bunker & Floating Equipment Manager
As part of its commitment to operational excellence and the continued development of its maritime services, AGUNSA has appointed Nicolás Valdés as its new Agency, Bunker & Floating Equipment Manager.
Nicolás holds a degree in Business Administration and is an English-Spanish Translator with a specialization in International Business. He brings extensive professional experience in logistics management, port operations, contract administration, and services related to the mining industry.
Since joining AGUNSA in 2016, his career has been marked by continuous growth, taking on increasing responsibilities and successfully leading operations and teams in northern Chile. Regarding his professional journey, he stated that “this diversity of experiences has allowed me to gain first-hand knowledge of a large part of the country's logistics chain and understand how the different services are interconnected.”
Thanks to his experience, business knowledge, and leadership skills, he has made significant contributions to the development of the company's operations and the creation of value for its clients.
In his new role, Nicolás will be responsible for driving the strategy and growth of the Agency, Bunker, and Floating Equipment divisions, strengthening AGUNSA’s value proposition and enhancing the operational excellence of the services the company delivers.
Speaking about this new stage, Valdés noted that his goals are clear. These include “expanding our presence and business lines across the country's various segments and industries in the maritime services sector, strengthening our operational capabilities, and continuing to build long-term relationships with our clients.”
He also stated that his expectations are high, particularly because he is supported by highly experienced and knowledgeable teams, as well as an international network that enables the company to connect opportunities beyond national borders. Confidently, he added that “we have all the tools we need to continue growing and take on new challenges.”
Despite the uncertainty that has characterized the international landscape in recent years, he highlighted that AGUNSA’s 66-year history reflects an organization capable of adapting to change, overcoming industry challenges, and maintaining a path of sustained growth.
In this context, he emphasized that “some of our greatest strengths are our ability to provide comprehensive, tailor-made solutions, along with a high degree of flexibility. All of this is supported by the knowledge and experience of the people who are part of the company.”
Based at the company’s Valparaíso office, he will work closely with teams across the organization to continue promoting integrated and efficient solutions for the maritime and logistics industries.
Regarding the contribution he hopes to make in this new position, he commented that he aims to “exercise a close and accessible leadership style that listens, supports, and creates room for the ideas our teams already have throughout the country, helping transform them into concrete projects and results.”
This appointment reflects AGUNSA’s commitment to promoting internal talent and strengthening its leadership team, driving the company’s sustainable growth and consolidating its position as a key player in the maritime, port, and logistics sectors.