Ramaco Resources has hired Michael Woloschuk as executive vice president for critical mineral operations. He will lead all aspects of the company’s work to develop and commercialize the Brook rare earth mine in Sheridan, Wyo. Most recently, Woloschuk served as global executive director of Critical Minerals for the Fluor Corporation, where he was also involved in development of the Brook…
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WIM UK appoints new managing director
Women in Mining UK has named Lucy Crane as managing director of the organization, and an executive director of the WIM UK board of directors, effective May 7. She succeeds Dr. Stacy Hope, who will continue to work with WIM UK. Crane brings a wealth of experience as a geologist and sustainability consultant, with a long-standing commitment to driving positive…
Read MoreSouth32 names Kerr successor
Matthew Daley will join South32 as deputy chief executive officer on February 2, 2026, and will assume the role of chief executive officer once Graham Kerr steps down later that year. Daley is currently the technical and operations director and a member of the executive leadership team at Anglo American. He joined the miner in 2017 as group head of…
Read MoreCIM selects Smallwood
The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) has appointed Randy Smallwood as its incoming president-elect for 2027-2028. Smallwood will officially take on the role of CIM president in May 2027, following Candace MacGibbon (2025–2026) and John Rhind (2026–2027). In this role, Smallwood will work closely as a member of the CIM Council with the president and president-elect to…
Read MoreNewmont makes Viljoen president, COO
Newmont said May 2 that Natascha Viljoen, executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been promoted to its president and chief operating officer. Viljoen, who will continue to report directly to CEO Tom Palmer, had been in the seat of COO since 2023. Prior to joining Newmont, Viljoen served as the CEO of Anglo American Platinum. A metallurgical engineer,…
Read MoreJennmar 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…
Read MoreCat’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…
Read MoreBKT 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…
Read MoreEriez 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…
Read MoreSwanson 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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