Mike Henry, BHP’s (NYSE: BHP; LSE: BHP; ASX: BHP) chief executive officer, has been at the job only since January 2020. Shares in London, which are at record highs on booming iron ore prices, had climbed 1.8% by 1135 GMT. The decision to blow up the site had faced a seven-year battle by the local custodians of the land, the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura people, to protect it. 2020. According to the company’s statement, since joining Rio Tinto as an executive director and chief financial officer in 2018, Mr Stausholm has played a leading role in the Group’s strong performance, maintaining capital allocation discipline and … © 2021 CNBC LLC. Rio Tinto later apologized for the incident, with its chairman Simon Thompson admitting: "What happened at Juukan was wrong.". The company sold three major assets in 2008, raising about $3 billion in cash. Jean-Sébastien Jacques, the company's chief executive and executive director, will depart by "mutual agreement," Rio Tinto said. Rio Tinto CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques has resigned under pressure from investors over the company's destruction of a 46,000-year-old sacred Indigenous site in … Rio Tinto Names Jakob Stausholm as Next CEO -- Update. Factset: FactSet Research Systems Inc.2018. 3 … Rio Tinto Group named finance head Jakob Stausholm as chief executive officer, tapping a relative newcomer to manage the fallout over its destruction of ancient Aboriginal sites in Australia. Rio Tinto named Chief Financial Officer Jakob Stausholm as its next chief executive on Thursday, defying expectations it would pick an external candidate to repair its image after its destruction of sacred Aboriginal rock shelters. Rio Tinto Group named finance head Jakob Stausholm as chief executive officer, tapping a relative newcomer to manage the fallout over … Updated 1008 GMT (1808 HKT) December 17, 2020. Rio Tinto named Chief Financial Officer Jakob Stausholm as its next chief executive on Thursday. Top commodities trader and miner Glencore (LSE: GLEN) is waving its long-term boss Ivan Glasenberg good-bye. Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. All content of the Dow Jones branded indices Copyright S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC 2018 and/or its affiliates. Some politicians have since called for restitution. ", "I am also acutely aware of the need to restore trust with. The Juukan Gorge is in Hamersley Ranges, in Western Australia's Pilbara region. Investors were expecting the mining giant would pick an external candidate. We want to hear from you. Stausholm, who joined Rio as CFO in 2018, is now tasked with the tough job of repairing strained relationships with investors and the Aboriginal community while reforming the mining company to improve oversight. Rio Tinto chief executive Jean-Sebastien Jacques has received a 27 per cent pay rise in 2019 for achieving high profits, safety rates and share growths in the company. Former CEO Jean-Sebastien Jacques resigned, along with two deputies, after the miner destroyed sacred Aboriginal rock shelters that, while legal, sparked public and investor uproar. Rio Tinto CEO Jean-Sebastien Jacques is among three executives stepping down as a result of the blasting of the sacred Juukan Gorge site but many say the company needs to do more. Rio Tinto, the world's second-largest listed mining company by market value, said a search for a new CEO was under way and Mr. Jacques would leave sooner than March 31 if … Standard & Poor's and S&P are registered trademarks of Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC and Dow Jones is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC. All times are ET. Stausholm will assume the role on January 1, the same day outgoing CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques is slated to step down. Meet the executive committee that continues to drive Rio Tinto forward, ensuring our mining operations and services meet the requirements of the community and are sustainable. Rio Tinto said on Monday it will cut the short-term bonuses of its chief executive Jean-Sébastien Jacques and two other senior executives following a … Rio Tinto is the latest top miner to make key executive changes. Rio Tinto CEO to leave company after destruction of sacred sites The company destroyed two rock shelters in Juukan George in Western Australia state that had been inhabited for 46,000 years. Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc. and its licensors. On Thursday, the mining giant named Chief Financial Officer Jakob Stausholm as CEO. A Division of NBCUniversal. The destruction of the 46,000-year-old Juukan Gorge rock shelters, while legal, sparked public and investor uproar that ultimately led to the resignation of incumbent Jean-Sebastien Jacques and two deputies. "It's a bit of a surprise. All rights reserved. "Coming in at Rio at a time when the company's social license has been so fundamentally undermined through its own actions is an enormous challenge," said Adam Matthews, director of ethics and engagement at the Church of England. This glass could turn skyscrapers into power generators Hong Kong / Sydney (CNN Business)Rio Tinto (RIO) CEO Jean-Sébastien Jacques has … Morningstar: Copyright 2018 Morningstar, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The two rock shelters, for instance, had contained artifacts indicating tens of thousands of years of continuous human occupation. But it didn't immediately fire any executives, which led to more backlash. Rio Tinto's CEO and two senior executives will be replaced after an investor revolt forced the board to escalate its response to the Aboriginal cave blast crisis. Australian miner Rio Tinto has appointed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive, effective January 1, replacing Jean-Sébastien Jacques who will step down and leave the group by … "It further raises questions about Rio Tinto's corporate culture over the last few years," he said, adding that it also showed there had been a lack of consultation by Rio Chairman Simon Thompson with investors. Rio Tinto CEO to leave company after destruction of sacred sites The company destroyed two rock shelters in Juukan George in Western Australia state that had been inhabited for 46,000 years. Rio Tinto names Stausholm as CEO. The appointment of a Danish CEO after Frenchman Jacques will also come as a surprise to Australian investors, who have argued that a new CEO should have local experience and be based in the country that provides 85% of Rio's profits. Activity in 2008 and 2009 was focused on divestments of assets to raise cash and refocus on core business opportunities. Rio Tinto's new CEO pledges to 'restore trust' after destruction of sacred Indigenous site By Michelle Toh , CNN Business Updated 1008 … Disclaimer. As well as navigating Australia's trade tensions with China, potential aluminum plant closures and job losses, he will have to manage cost overruns at Rio's biggest growth project in Mongolia, a new iron ore mine in Guinea and legacy issues in Bougainville. In a statement Thursday, Stausholm recognized the challenge ahead of him, acknowledging "the difficult times we have faced during 2020. This led to the destruction of Juukan 1 & 2 sacred sites in May 2020. Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. All rights reserved. Last week, an inquiry panel from the Joint Standing Committee of Northern Australia found that Rio Tinto should pay reparations to Indigenous Australians. by ShippingHerald Finance & Economy, Headlines, Metals, The Wire. This is a photograph of a Rio Tinto mining helmet taken on 2 Jun. Hong Kong (CNN Business)Rio Tinto (RIO) has found a new chief after a crisis this year led to the ouster of its top executive. Now, they're losing faith. Australian miner Rio Tinto has appointed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive, effective January 1, replacing Jean-Sébastien Jacques who will step … Market indices are shown in real time, except for the DJIA, which is delayed by two minutes. (Bloomberg) -- Rio Tinto Group appointed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive officer, with current head Jean-Sebastien Jacques stepping down after an investor backlash over the destruction of an ancient Aboriginal heritage site in Australia. Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. Most stock quote data provided by BATS. Hong Kong (CNN Business)Rio Tinto (RIO) has found a new chief after a crisis this year led to the ouster of its top executive. Rio Tinto named Chief Financial Officer Jakob Stausholm as its next chief executive, defying expectations it would pick an external candidate to repair its image after its destruction of sacred Aboriginal rock shelters. A survey there found the … All Rights Reserved. Shortly before the announcement, its shares in Sydney had closed up 1.8%. New Rio Tinto boss Jakob Stausholm faces the first major test of his tenure as Rio chief executive, with the government of Mongolia renewing threats to … 3 other mining plans were considered. Investors were expecting the mining giant would pick an external candidate. A parliamentary inquiry has called on Rio to pay restitution to Indigenous Australians affected by the destruction and also fully reconstruct the rock shelters. Rio Tinto Names Jakob Stausholm CEO, as It Seeks to Rebuild Reputation New chief will be tasked with restoring trust with traditional owners of … Mining major Rio Tinto has appointed CFO Jakob Stausholm to take over the role as CEO from Jean-Sebastian Jacques on January 1, 2021. File photo by Reuters. Rio Tinto named Chief Financial Officer Jakob Stausholm as its next chief executive on Thursday. Rio Tinto announced the resignation of its CEO and two top lieutenants Friday over the mining giant's destruction of a 46,000-year-old Aboriginal site to … Got a confidential news tip? Rio Tinto shipped 88.9 million tonnes (Mt) of iron ore in the three months to December, up from 86.8 Mt a year earlier and slightly above UBS’ forecast of 88.6 Mt. 18 Dec 2020 . Rio Tinto’s promotion of internal candidate Jakob Stausholm to be the next CEO has surprised investors but is being widely supported as a strong choice as … Investor groups accused Rio Tinto of failing to take full responsibility for the demolition of the caves, which had held significant archeological value and deep cultural meaning for Aboriginal people. SYDNEY--Rio Tinto PLC named chief financial officer Jakob Stausholm as its new chief executive, replacing Jean-Sébastien Jacques who was ousted … This led to the destruction of Juukan 1 & 2 sacred sites in May 2020. Based on Rio Tinto submission to the Senate Enquiry, Sam Walsh was the CEO of Rio Tinto when the controversial decision of presenting only one mining plan to the PKKP people was made. Rio Tinto has promoted finance boss Jakob Stausholm to chief executive, replacing Jean-Sebastien Jacques who was forced to quit amid outrage over … Based on Rio Tinto submission to the Senate Enquiry, Sam Walsh was the CEO of Rio Tinto when the controversial decision of presenting only one mining plan to the PKKP people was made. Rio's choice of an internal candidate was a surprise as most bankers and investors had expecting the company to choose an outsider to start with a clean slate. Analysts at Morgan Stanley said Stausholm's appointment could indicate little change in the overall strategy but that it  should minimize the typical disruption period caused by management transitions. 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Rio Tinto said Mr. Stausholm , who joined Rio Tinto in 2018, has played a central role in strengthening the miner's balance sheet, maintaining capital discipline and boosting returns to shareholders. The board's handling of the aftermath of the cave blasts has cast a shadow over Thomson's tenure. Dow Jones: The Dow Jones branded indices are proprietary to and are calculated, distributed and marketed by DJI Opco, a subsidiary of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC and have been licensed for use to S&P Opco, LLC and CNN. Discover more today. Rio Tinto announced today that it has appointed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive, effective 1 January 2021. Some investors said the appointment was unlikely to go down well with markets as a more radical change had been expected, with others highlighting Stausholm's lack of operational knowledge as a hurdle. UBS analysts noted that the committee's report was not government policy, writing in a Wednesday research note that "unilateral action is unlikely." Rio Tinto's CEO and two other executives linked to the destruction of two Western Australian heritage sites announced their departure on Friday following shareholder anger. Rio's stock in London rose 1.9% on Thursday following the news. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC delivered to your inbox. Rio Tinto, the world's second-largest listed mining company by market value, said a search for a new CEO was under way and Mr. Jacques would leave sooner than March 31 if a successor is found. Stausholm is a financial guy, focused on details and process and hopefully will be good at stabilising Rio after what has been a very difficult year," said George Cheveley, portfolio manager at Ninety One. Rio Tinto CEO Forced Out By Pressure Over Aboriginal Site Blast ... is reviewing internal and external options for a new chief executive officer … Rio Tinto announced the resignation of its CEO and two other top execs on Friday over the mining giant's destruction of a 46,000-year-old Aboriginal site to expand an iron ore mine in Australia. Jean-Sebastien Jacques, CEO of Rio Tinto Group poses for a portrait in London in February 2020. French born Mr Jacques, who goes by JS, has been CEO of Rio Tinto since 2016. Rio Tinto chief executive Jean-Sebastien Jacques has received a 27 per cent pay rise in 2019 for achieving high profits, safety rates and share growths in the company. Rio Tinto CEO resigns after destruction of heritage site, Ex-Trump official who supports Biden stimulus plan speaks out, Biden signs executive order to promote $15 federal minimum wage, Biden revokes Keystone XL pipeline permit, Many believed conspiracy theories about Trump and the election. Rio Tinto Names Stausholm CEO as Jacques Steps Down After Blast. Alcan's chief executive, Jacynthe Cote, led the new division, renamed Rio Tinto Alcan with its headquarters situated in Montreal. They added, though, that Rio Tinto is "likely to pay compensation" over the incident. It described the destruction of the caves as "inexcusable," but did not specify a proposed amount. What impact could deplatforming Donald Trump have? (Kitco News) - Rio Tinto announced today that it has appointed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive, effective 1 January 2021. Rio said Stausholm, who was formerly at Royal Dutch Shell and Maersk, will take over as CEO on Jan. 1, 2021, and Peter Cunningham will be appointed as chief financial officer on an interim basis. 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