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L'Excellence Suisse · La Richesse Colombienne
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Who We Are

Where Swiss precision meets
the richness of Colombia.

South American Metal Alliance was born from a shared belief: that precious metals deserve to be handled with the same care as the cultures that produce them. We work at the intersection of two worlds — founded in Medellín, governed in La Chaux-de-Fonds — bringing together the warmth of Colombia and the precision of Switzerland.

100%Legal Compliance
100%Traced, Every Gram
2Continents, One Alliance
What We Stand For

Four principles. Every transaction.

01
Sovereign Metals

Every gram originates in Colombia and is documented from the moment it leaves the ground. Origin matters. We know exactly where ours comes from.

02
Swiss Standards

Our operational framework is shaped in La Chaux-de-Fonds — the birthplace of Swiss watchmaking. That same tradition of precision guides everything we do.

03
Full Traceability

We believe transparency builds the best partnerships. Every shipment is traceable, certified, and ready for verification by our partners at any time.

04
Responsible Trade

Ethical sourcing isn't a checkbox for us — it's the foundation. We work only with verified sources, and our compliance protocols are embedded in every step.

Medellín · La Chaux-de-Fonds

Two cities. One shared
commitment to excellence.

Work With Us

We welcome inquiries from refineries,
manufacturers and institutions.

L'Alliance

Born from
two worlds.

Our Story

An alliance built
with intention.

South American Metal Alliance came together through years of trust, not opportunity. Our partners chose to build something that would endure — an institution rooted in the mineral wealth of Colombia and guided by the precision of Switzerland.

From the mining regions of Colombia to the financial centres of Europe, we have built relationships that go beyond transactions. For us, every partnership begins with a conversation and is sustained by results.

Alliance office
Our Values

The principles we work by.

Sovereignty

We make our own decisions and hold ourselves to our own standards. No shortcuts, no compromises — because our partners deserve better.

Rigour

Every process is documented, every claim is backed by data. We take precision seriously because trust depends on it.

Transparency

We believe the best partnerships are built on openness. Our traceability records are available to verified partners, always.

Excellence

Swiss standards are our benchmark in everything — not just in documentation, but in how we communicate, how we deliver, and how we show up for our partners.

La Chaux-de-Fonds
Administrative Headquarters · Switzerland
Medellín
Legal Headquarters · Colombia
What We Offer

Precious metals,
carefully handled.

01
Gold Export

We export Colombian-origin gold to refineries, manufacturers, and jewellery houses around the world. Every shipment is RUCOM registered, ANM certified, and fully traceable from source to delivery.

RUCOMANMColombia Origin
Gold bars
Compliance documentation
02
Compliance & Documentation

We understand that our partners need certainty. That's why our anti-money laundering framework, legal registrations, and transaction documentation are always in order — so your team never has to ask twice.

SAGRILAFTSIREL/UIAFAML
03
International Trade

As a registered Comercializadora Internacional, we operate within the full legal framework for Colombian precious metals exports — under DIAN and MINCIT oversight, through the VUCE platform.

C.I. VUCEDIANMINCIT
International trade

Every gram we send carries a commitment — to origin, to integrity, and to the people on both sides of the transaction.

Ethics & Governance

We believe responsible trade
is the only trade worth doing.

Our Framework

Ethical practice isn't something we apply at the end of a process — it's built into how we work from the start. Our regulatory framework covers both Colombia and Switzerland, and we hold ourselves to the highest standard of both.

RUCOM

Registro Único de Comercializadores de Minerales. Every transaction is registered with Colombia's National Mining Agency, providing a clear and verifiable record.

ANM · Colombia
SAGRILAFT

Our anti-money laundering and risk management framework isn't a policy document — it's a living part of how we operate every day.

UIAF · Colombia
SIREL / UIAF

We are registered with Colombia's Financial Intelligence Unit. Reporting obligations are met, without exception — because integrity cannot be selective.

SIREL · Colombia
Comercializadora Internacional

Registered as a C.I. through VUCE — Colombia's official single window for foreign trade. We operate with full authorization under DIAN and MINCIT.

VUCE · DIAN · MINCIT
Responsible Sourcing

We work only with verified, legal sources. No conflict minerals, no grey channels — just clean, documented, origin-verified gold.

Responsible Mining
Full Documentation

A complete audit trail is maintained for every shipment. Verified partners can request access to documentation at any time.

Full Audit Trail

Every transaction we complete carries the full weight of two legal systems and one uncompromising standard.

The People Behind SAMA

Three partners.
One conviction.

The Team

SAMA was brought to life by three people who share a deep respect for what precious metals represent — the work of communities, the wealth of a country, and the trust placed in those who handle it.

Switzerland
Armin
Arnautovic
Executive Direction & Global Strategy

“SAMA is the meeting point of two great traditions — the rigour of Switzerland and the extraordinary mineral wealth of Colombia. That combination is rare, and we take it seriously.”

Spain
Fernando
Castiñeira Gil
Operations & Transatlantic Investment

“The transatlantic connection we have built took years of work and relationship. It’s not something you can replicate overnight — and that’s exactly what makes it valuable.”

Colombia
Evelyn
Patiño Laverde
Legal Representative & Compliance

“Behind every export is a community that worked for it. Our job is to make sure that effort is honoured — with transparency, with legal protection, and with pride in what Colombia produces.”

Get in Touch

Let's start
a conversation.

Partnerships

We work with refineries, manufacturers and institutions that share our commitment to responsible, traceable trade. If that sounds like your organisation, we'd be glad to hear from you.

Medellín, Colombia
Calle 50 # 51-24, La Candelaria
info@southamericanmetalalliance.com
La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland
Administrative Office