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- Hastings Technology Metals (HAS) appoints Paul Brown as its newest CEO
- Mr Brown brings more than two decades of mining industry experience to the role
- His track record includes leadership roles at Mineral Resources (MIN) and Fortescue Metals Group (FMG)
- Mr Brown’s expertise will play a crucial role in Hastings’ drive to become Australia’s next rare earths producer
- Shares in HAS are up 7.62 per cent, trading at $1.13 at 3:03 pm AEST
Australia’s next rare earths producer, Hastings Technology Metals (HAS), has appointed Paul Brown as its newest Chief Executive Officer.
Mr Brown will assume the role on September 21, 2023, with the goal of guiding the company’s Yangibana project to initial rare earth concentrate production by early 2025.
He brings more than two decades of experience in the mining industry, including leadership roles at Mineral Resources (MIN) and Fortescue Metals Group (FMG).
Mr Brown has successfully delivered and operated several significant mining projects, including the Solomon Hub project for FMG, the Mount Marion and Wodgina lithium projects at MinRes, and the Wonmunna iron ore mine.
“Under his leadership, the board is confident that Hastings will be well positioned to steer the Yangibana project to first rare earth concentrate production in early 2025, creating long-term value for our shareholders, stakeholders and our people,” HAS Executive Chair Charles Lew said.
Hastings shares were up 7.62 per cent, trading at $1.13 at 3:03 pm AEST.
