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…
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Newmont 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…
Read MoreKomatsu’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…
Read MoreBKT 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.…
Read MoreSantacruz 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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