Mineral Resources Limited (ASX: MIN; MRL or Company) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Gallagher to the Board of MRL as an Independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 1 March 2022.
Mr Gallagher has significant executive management experience across a range of businesses and is currently the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Santos Limited. Previously, he was CEO of Clough Limited. Earlier in his career, he worked at Woodside Petroleum Limited including as CEO of the North West Shelf Venture. He has a strong record of leading and growing businesses, including overseeing the recent merger between Oil Search and Santos.
Sustainability Committee
The Board has resolved to establish a Sustainability Committee (Committee) to support and advise the Board in relation to the Company’s sustainability strategy. The Committee will be chaired by Ms Susie Corlett and include Committee members, Ms Xi Xi and Mr James McClements.
MRL’s Chairman, Peter Wade, said: “MRL is committed to continually improving its sustainability performance to provide the metals and minerals which the world needs to transition to a low-carbon future.”
“As part of our commitment, we are delighted to welcome Kevin to the MRL family. His extensive corporate background and knowledge of the Australian energy market will be of great value to MRL.”