Jennmar appoints Portwood as COO

Pennsylvania-based supplier Jennmar has confirmed the selection of Michael Portwood as its Chief Operating Officer.  Portwood, a 30-year veteran of the mining, civil, manufacturing and automotive industries, will oversee all Jennmar operations in the U.S. and internationally. He succeeds Robert Wise, who served as COO for 11 years and will continue to provide operational expertise as part of the Jennmar…

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Cat’s Umpleby to become executive chairman; Creed elected CEO

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 E. Creed, a 28-year Caterpillar veteran, will succeed him. After assuming the role of CEO on Jan. 1, 2017, Umpleby led the development and execution of a new…

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BKT USA rolls out appointment of Justice

Off-highway tire producer Balkrishna Industries Ltd., or BKT, said it has plans to boost brand visibility and its U.S. presence with the appointment of Anette Sklarz Justice as head of marketing. Bringing in over five years of marketing experience, primarily in the HVAC manufacturing industry, she will lead the Marketing and Communication Unit at the BKT subsidiary in Ohio, focusing…

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Eriez appoints Todd Burchett to lead global mining and minerals

Eriez Vice President of Global Sales Todd Loudin announced the appointment of industry veteran R. Todd Burchett as head of mining and minerals. This strategic addition to the global sales group reinforces the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership position in the mining and minerals industry. In his new role, Burchett will spearhead initiatives to harmonize global market strategies, accelerate…

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Swanson Industries names Brightbill CEO

West Virginia-based Swanson Industries announced today that David Brightbill has been appointed chief executive officer. Brightbill, an accomplished business leader who has been engaged in the global mining and metals industry throughout his 35-year career, spent more than 20 years at Nalco. He most recently led the global mining operations to a consistent record of improved operating results through acquisitions…

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Komatsu’s Schrader to retire, Bull named successor

Komatsu America has confirmed that Rod Schrader stepped down from his chairman and CEO roles on March 31, and will fully retire effective June 30, and Rod Bull has assumed the CEO seat. Bull served as Executive Vice President of Komatsu’s North America region through his transition on April 1. He brings nearly 25 years of leadership experience in the…

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BKT appoints Anette Sklarz Justice Head of Marketing in U.S.

Off-Highway tire manufacturer Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), has appointed Anette Sklarz Justice as head of marketing at BKT USA. With the appointment, the multinational company pursues its commitment to enhancing the brand recognition in the U.S. market, by consolidating the core values that make BKT a company known by customers and end users for the innovation and quality that distinguish its products.…

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Santacruz Silver appoints COO

Santacruz Silver Mining has tapped from within for its executive suite and named Eduardo Torrecillas to be its chief operating officer.   With over 18 years of experience in senior leadership roles, prior to his appointment as COO, Torrecillas served as executive chairman and president of Santacruz’s Bolivian operations since March 2022. Before joining Grupo Minero Sinchi Wayra, he spent…

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Chesapeake Gold backs Black as CMO

Canadian miner Chesapeake Gold has appointed Justin Black as its chief metallurgical officer, effective February 26. Black, a chemical engineer with over 14 years of experience in designing, implementing and optimizing process systems for diverse mining applications, including crushing, milling, flotation and refining, has a strong background in managing large-scale projects from conceptualization to completion, ensuring timely delivery and operational…

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FLSmidth taps Soles, Laaksonen

FLSmidth has appointed two new leaders to its group executive management: Julian Soles on 1 May for the seat of president of the mining products business line, and Toni Laaksonen, who will join the company in the coming months as president of the mining service business line. Laaksonen joins FLSmidth from Glaston Corporation, a technology, solutions and service provider for…

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