1994 marks
a historical transition in Guayaquil (2,5 million
habitants), following the innovative intention
of its Mayor, Ing. Leon FebresCordero, to rescue
the image and honorability of the Municipality
of Guayaquil. This dream became true
by relying on a modern and functional system
for the collection and process of solid waste
that is generated in this city.
During this year, the strategic
fusion between the Ecuadorian company Agro
Industrial Valango S.A and the Canadian
group Chagnon, leader in the
construction of industrial and environmental
equipment, took place. This evolution resulted
in the Ecuadorian-Canadian partnership of CONSORCIO
VACHAGNON. The Municipality then converted
to international bidding, which was won by the
Consorcio Vachagnon. Hence,
the start of 7 years of continuous contracts
and operation of rubbish collection and sweeping
of the public routes in Guayaquil. This contract
has been further renewed, by the administration
of the attorney Jaime Nebot Saadi, until 2009.
The bases of the contract will
determine a period of implementation for 5 months
to expand the new fleet compound by 52 units.
This period of time is denominated the "Transition
Stage”.
CHAGNON GROUP
Being one of
the leading companies in the environmental field
at world-wide level, created the beginning of
Consorcio Vachagnon, whom established a thorough
and efficient technique for the waste removal
process in Guayaquil.
With
offices in Varennes, near Montreal, in the province
of Québec, the Chagnon Group is a dynamic
company that is distinguished within the industry
of design, manufacture, maintenance and operation
for the needs of its customers.
Chagnon,
with more than 30 years of experience, provides
advise in the treatment and handling of all
types of waste. We are a strategic partner in
international projects, like technological transference.
We also participate in the transport of biochemical,
radioactive waste and other types of dangerous
substances.
Nowadays, our services in
Montreal have production of 600 Ton/day, and
in the city of Abidján, Costa de Marfil
1800 Ton/day.
