INTERA has formalized a strategic partnership with Servicios Hidrogeologicos Integrales (SHI) of Medellin, Colombia. SHI offers a wide range of technical services focused on the evaluation, development, and management of water resources for private and public-sector clients. The partnership provides INTERA with national expertise on Colombian water rights, permitting, and groundwater resources in support of mining projects. It also allows INTERA to provide in-country technical support for field-intensive projects using SHI personnel. From SHI’s perspective, the partnership enables the company to offer a wider range and higher level of technical services in Colombia. This includes the areas where SHI is currently active as well as consulting support to the mining industry in areas such as mine dewatering, water treatment, and mine waste characterization/management. About SHI. SHI is a specialized consulting firm focused on the exploration, evaluation, and integral management of water resources, with an emphasis on groundwater. SHI employs a holistic approach to water resource management, integrating professional expertise with a deep understanding of the national water resources and challenges, as well as the social, regulatory, and environmental context of water resource management. SHI provides a team of highly qualified and committed professionals with experience in data collection and analysis, and the design and implementation of optimal solutions for clients. Additional details on SHI are available at http://www.shi-colombia.com/. To learn more about the SHI/INTERA partnership and our consulting services in Latin America, please contact: Patrick Williamson PQ QP 6707 Winchester Circle, Suite 200 Boulder, CO 80301 pwilliamson@intera.com +1 303 726 4439