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- Aguas Andinas S.A., along with its affiliated entities, serves as a prominent water utility in Chile, primarily focusing on the Metropolitan Region. The company's operations encompass the entire water cycle, from the collection of raw water to its purification, conveyance, and distribution for consumption. It also manages the comprehensive process of wastewater collection, advanced treatment, and responsible disposal. Beyond its core sanitation services, Aguas Andinas provides a range of specialized offerings. These include advisory and management solutions for liquid waste, environmental analysis, and the development of energy initiatives linked to sanitation infrastructure. The company delivers essential potable water, sewerage, and wastewater treatment services to an extensive client base, serving over two million residential, commercial, and industrial accounts. Founded in 1861 as Empresa Metropolitana de Obras Sanitarias, the company adopted its current name, Aguas Andinas S.A., in 2001. It operates under the control of Inversiones Aguas Metropolitanas S.A., which is in turn influenced by Veolia Environnement S.A. and Agbar S.L.U. Aguas Andinas is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, actively implementing strategies to enhance water security, optimize resource management, and adapt to climate change through initiatives like its Biociudad plan. The company has demonstrated consistent growth, with increased revenues and EBITDA reported in the first three quarters of 2025, driven by tariff adjustments and infrastructure investments.