LONDON - Tungsten West (LON:TUNT) (LON:TUN), the mining company aiming to restart operations at the Hemerdon tungsten and tin mine in Devon, UK, has appointed Stephen Harrison as its Non-Executive Chairman. The announcement made today comes as the company prepares for a pivotal phase in its development, with production at Hemerdon slated to recommence in 2026.
Stephen Harrison brings a wealth of experience to Tungsten West, having served as Chairman of Epwin Group plc and a non-executive director at Castings plc. His previous role as CEO of Forterra (NASDAQ:FRTA) plc, a supplier of building materials, saw him successfully lead the company through an IPO in 2016. Harrison's background includes a degree in Economics and an MBA from Cranfield School of Management.
David Cather, the outgoing Chairman of Tungsten West, expressed his confidence in Harrison's ability to guide the company through the next stages of the Hemerdon project. Cather will continue to contribute to the company as a Non-Executive Director.
Jeff Court, CEO of Tungsten West, acknowledged Cather's leadership during challenging times and expressed optimism about the company's future under Harrison's chairmanship. Court emphasized the importance of Harrison's role in the upcoming feasibility study and capital raise for the Hemerdon project.
In his statement, Harrison conveyed his enthusiasm for joining Tungsten West and the opportunity to secure a critical mineral supply for the UK. He expressed his commitment to supporting the leadership team in optimizing the company structure for the upcoming phase of development.
The appointment of Harrison is part of a strategic leadership restructuring as Tungsten West gears up to bring the Hemerdon mine back into production, an effort that is expected to enhance the supply of critical minerals in the UK.
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