Codelco names Andre Sougarret as new CEO

Xu Xiao was based at the LME's Singapore office and had also served as vice president, corporate sales for Asia since September 2016 before leaving at the end of February.

The Brazilian miner's board approved the re-election of current CEO Eduardo de Salles Bartolomeo to serve a new three-year term.

Following the departures, the zinc and copper trading units will be merged.

Key moves in the mining sector.

Andrew Mackenzie will succeed Charles Holliday who will step down on May 18 after serving six years in the role.

Shareholders will vote on the new board in an assembly on April 30.

Recent proposed investments of almost C$6 billion in Ontario's auto sector could make the province a global hub for EV manufacturing.

The demand for talent has seen companies greatly compensate engineers with the relevant skillsets.

William’s expertise includes federal mineral laws, general reclamation issues, and mineral and metal exploration.