Metal Tiger PLC (LON:MTR), the London Stock Exchange AIM listed investor in strategic natural resource opportunities, today announced that Geoff McIntyre is stepping down from his role of Non-Executive Director. The Company is pleased to announce that the appointment of Neville Keith Bergin as Non-Executive Director effective immediately.
Geoff departs Metal Tiger after over 1 year as Director (first as an Executive and then as a Non-Executive Director), his contribution to the growth of the Company during this period has been immeasurable.
Neville is a mining engineer with almost four decades of accumulated experience in the mining industry. He has had exposure to a range of commodities and both underground and open pit operational experience. His broad experience base encompasses many operational and executive roles, and five years’ experience as a non-executive director of both ASX listed and unlisted companies including Northern Star Resources Limited. Neville was previously Vice President of Gold Fields Australia Pty Ltd where he was in charge of operational management of two mines.
Neville has extensive experience in technical due diligence having undertaken this type of investigation for several past employers. He is also well versed in study management having managed several feasibility studies. He has a BSc from the Camborne School of Mines in the UK and currently runs his own mining consultancy business.
Michael McNeilly, CEO of Metal Tiger, commented:
“On behalf of the Board I would like to thank Geoff for his dedication and commitment to the development of the Company over the past circa 3 years. Geoff has played a key role in Metal Tiger and we all wish him well in his next endeavours.
I am excited to welcome Neville to the Board where he adds further strength and depth to our board. Neville has extensive experience in technical and operational management and the Board and I look forward to using Neville’s multi-commodity and underground and open pit experience as we continue to progress our significant T3 Copper asset in Botswana, whilst seeking additional investment or partnership opportunities.”
Director Disclosure:
Neville Keith Bergin (age 61)
| Current Directorships or Partnerships | Past Directorships or Partnerships over the last 5 years | ||
| Neville Bergin & Associates Pty Ltd | TNT Mines Ltd |
In relation to the appointment of Mr Bergin, the Company confirms that there is no further information to be disclosed under paragraph (g) of Schedule 2 of the Aim Rules for Companies.
