"We're very pleased to be able to sign this distributor agreement with Core Tech. Core Tech has built a solid reputation in the Latin American mining sector over the past 20 years. Its cultural fit aligns well with Minnovare's and we look forward to collaborating with it in the years to come," said Mick Beilby, Minnovare commercial director.

Core Tech commercial manager, Rafael Rios, added: "We are pleased to partner with such a reputable company as Minnovare. We are immediately able to offer the Azimuth Aligner to all of our customers in Peru, with the support of the professional Minnovare team."

The Azimuth Aligner is used in mining exploration and civil construction projects around the world to automate the drill-rig alignment process - substantially increasing accuracy and efficiency, whilst reducing downtime and costs by up to 90 per cent.

Established in Lima, Peru in 1996, Core Tech offers solutions for mining exploration, surface mining, underground mining and construction, providing customers with the best products, brands, services and prices in the region.