During the SLOM 2025 event, Jaime Herrera Díaz, CEO of Grupo Varichem, presented the company's latest innovations in drone inspections and environmental emergency control. With 29 years in the market, Varichem consolidates its leadership in solutions for the energy industry, integrating advanced technology with solid experience in risk management.
Based in Bogota and operating in several Latin American countries, the business group has evolved towards an integrated approach that combines consulting, specialized manufacturing, emergency care, technical training and development of new technologies.
Varichem has incorporated drones with artificial intelligence as a fundamental part of its strategy for responding to oil spills and other critical events. This equipment allows for fast and precise aerial inspections, both in marine waters and rivers, improving response capacity without compromising personnel safety.
Herrera explained that the company is also advancing in the use of drones for localized application of dispersants, which increases the efficiency of the process and reduces the impact on unaffected areas. This technology offers significant advantages in terms of height, coverage and precision, making it an ideal alternative to conventional methods.
The implementation of these drone inspections responds to a growing need in the industry: to act with greater agility and control in scenarios where time and information are decisive factors.
In addition to technological development, Varichem is recognized for its experience in environmental risk management, especially in the design and implementation of contingency plans. These documents, adjusted to Colombian legislation and international standards, allow companies to anticipate emergency scenarios and define clear and effective intervention strategies .
The company has built a consultative methodology that assesses operational risks, potential impacts on communities, ecosystems and external stakeholders. This expanded vision has been crucial to position the company as a strategic ally for companies in the oil & gas, port, and industrial sectors.
With the expansion of solar and wind farms in Colombia and the region, the company has identified new technical challenges. A clear example is offshore wind turbines, where the risk of industrial fluid spills makes it necessary to establish specific preventive protocols. To address this need, the company is designing drone inspection plans applicable to these offshore infrastructures.
In photovoltaic farms, another critical point is the management of the life cycle of batteries. The company is working on proposals for reuse, traceability and responsible final disposal, anticipating a problem that has not yet been resolved in many operations.
Varichem has built its reputation on technical expertise, adaptability and reliable solutions. Today, its focus on drone inspections marks a turning point in how companies in the industrial sector can address emergencies, comply with regulations and improve their environmental performance.
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Source: Inspenet.
