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Founders Metals CEO Colin Padget Named Kitco Mining’s CEO of the Year
April 17, 2025
Kitco Mining has named Colin Padget, CEO of Founders Metals, as its 2024 CEO of the Year in the non-producer category, recognizing a year marked by significant exploration success for the company. The award was presented at the Prospectors and
Caterpillar Chairman, CEO Jim Umpleby to Become Executive Chairman, Joe Creed Elected as Next CEO
April 16, 2025
After eight years as CEO and nearly 45 years of service, Caterpillar chairman and CEO James Umpleby III will become executive chairman of the board effective May 1. Chief operating officer Joseph Creed, a 28-year Caterpillar veteran, will succeed Umpleby
Blue Lagoon Resources Strengthens Mining Committee With Appointment of Peter Bojtos, P.Eng
April 16, 2025
Blue Lagoon Resources has appointed Peter Bojtos, P.Eng to its recently formed mining committee. The committee is tasked with successfully guiding the company’s transition from an exploration-focused company to a near-term gold and silver producer at its 100 percent owned
Alliance Resource Partners Appoints Jesse Parrish as Senior Vice President of Alliance Coal
April 15, 2025
Alliance Resource Partners said Jesse Parrish will join Alliance Coal as its senior vice president - Operations where he will be responsible for assisting with the management of its coal operations. “I am pleased to welcome Jesse to ARLP. Jesse’s
Komatsu America Appoints Rod Bull as CEO, Rod Schrader to Retire
April 4, 2025
Komatsu America said Rod Schrader stepped down from his chairman and CEO roles on March 31, and will fully retire effective June 30, 2025. Rod Bull will become CEO of Komatsu North America effective April 1. Bull currently serves as
Swanson Industries Appoints David Brightbill Chief Executive Officer
March 21, 2025
Swanson Industries has appointed David Brightbill as chief executive officer. Brightbill is an accomplished business leader who has been engaged in the global mining and metals industry through his entire 35-year career. “We are excited to have David spearhead the
Cecil Roberts to Retire as United Mine Workers of America President, Brian Sanson to Take the Helm
March 12, 2025
UMWA President Cecil Roberts said he would be retiring at the close of the International Special Convention that will be held in October, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri. Roberts is in his 7th consecutive term as International President of the
Matrix Design Group Names Keith Hainer as President
February 28, 2025
Matrix Design Group has named Keith Hainer as its new president. Mark Watson, who formerly served as both president and chief executive officer, will transition the president’s role to Hainer while continuing to serve as CEO, further strengthening the company’s
SME Appoints Bill Hancock as 2025 Board Chair to Drive Innovation, Strengthen the Mining Workforce
February 28, 2025
The Society of Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) has appointed Bill Hancock as its 2025 board chair, marking a new chapter of leadership focused on innovation, workforce development, and industry sustainability. A seasoned mining professional with a career spanning over
Teck Resources and Essential Designs Revolutionize Mine Safety with Real-Time Risk Assessment
February 26, 2025
The mining industry faces significant challenges in 2025 as global mining accidents and workplace safety concerns continue to rise. To address this, Teck Resources turned to Essential Designs to establish foolproof, proactive safety protocols and continuous risk assessments across its
