Road Improvements Begin on the Colorado–Nechí Road Through the Works for Taxes Program, Benefiting 28,000 People

• The project includes the improvement of 5.4 kilometers of roadway to strengthen connectivity in the Bajo Cauca region.
• Seven companies are contributing resources through the Works for Taxes program to make this project a reality.
• The project will improve mobility conditions and facilitate the transportation of people and goods throughout the municipality.

On Monday, October 19, a groundbreaking ceremony was held to mark the start of improvement works on the Campo Alegre (Route 25–Caucasia)–Nechí road, Phase 2. The project is being developed through the Works for Taxes program and will strengthen connectivity in the Bajo Cauca region, benefiting approximately 28,000 people.

“For a municipality like Nechí, having better roads is essential to connecting its communities, facilitating the transportation of goods, and strengthening opportunities for economic and social development. By improving this road corridor, we are taking an important step toward enhancing connectivity and demonstrating what we can achieve when the public and private sectors join forces to address the priorities of local communities.”

Carlos Mario Gómez Reconstruction and Works for Taxes Manager at Grupo Argos

“For Mineros, Works for Taxes is more than an investment mechanism; it represents our commitment to leaving a lasting legacy in the communities where we operate. Participating in this road improvement project in Nechí reaffirms our determination to continue promoting connectivity, social progress, and equity in the Bajo Cauca region through purpose-driven mining that generates well-being for local communities.”

Santiago Cardona Múnera Vice President of Mineros for Colombia

This initiative is made possible through the collaboration of seven companies committed to Colombia’s development, which have joined forces to strengthen road infrastructure in the region: Productora de Alimentos Concentrados para Animales Contegral S.A.S., Alimentos Finca S.A.S., Mineros Aluvial S.A.S. BIC, Empresas Públicas de Medellín E.S.P., Inversiones Pinamar S.A., Grupo Argos S.A., and Logitrans S.A.

“Transforming Colombia’s rural areas requires bringing together capabilities, resources, and a shared commitment to turning local needs into real development opportunities. At Grupo Bios, through the Works for Taxes program and in partnership with other companies, we contribute to projects that create public value, strengthen connectivity, and stimulate rural development. In Antioquia’s Bajo Cauca region, this joint effort represents a commitment to transforming the territory, empowering its communities, and creating better conditions for regional progress.”

Jorge Andrés Calle Head of Corporate Relations at Grupo Bios

“Improved road conditions not only reduce travel times but also connect communities to educational, healthcare, and employment opportunities, while facilitating access to new markets for local producers. This creates conditions that promote well-being, integration, and regional development. At EPM, we have contributed more than COP 126 billion to approximately 23 Works for Taxes initiatives, benefiting over 292,000 people. We aim to continue expanding this impact by joining forces with local authorities and other corporate taxpayers, making this mechanism a valuable tool for transforming communities and contributing to harmony in life for a better world.”

Hernán Andrés Ramírez Ríos Works for Taxes Leader at EPM

Grupo Empresarial Argos has mobilized nearly COP 800 billion through approximately 50 road infrastructure, educational infrastructure, and water and sanitation projects under the Works for Taxes program, benefiting more than 600,000 people in rural communities across Colombia.