Glencore Coal Australia has confirmed the departure of its chief executive officer, Ian Cribb, who will retire of at the end of March.
Cribb, a 50-year mining industry veteran, had worked with Glencore for more than three decades.
Cribb, the company said, was a key contributor to the growth and success of Glencore’s Australian coal business, holding various senior management roles including CEO and CEO since 2013.
During his tenure, Glencore said he was present as the miner grew from a small one-coal-mine operator, for Cumnock Coal, to the nation’s largest coal producer. Today, there are 13 active mines across New South Wales and Queensland.
“Ian’s leadership has successfully delivered material value with the acquisition of Clermont, Hail Creek and Hunter Valley Operations and expansions, developments and upgrades at Bulga, Ravensworth, Mt Owen, Mangoola, United Wambo, Rolleston and Collinsville,” the miner said.
“Ian is recognised as a leader in the industry and has played an integral role in improving safety standards in the sector, including through his role on industry committees such as the Mine Safety Advisory Council.”
Source: Glencore.com