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Rio Tinto appoints Simon Trott as Chief Executive, effective 25 August 2025

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Update time : 2025-07-15 17:27:42
Rio Tinto, a leading global mining group, has announced the appointment of Simon Trott as its new Chief Executive Officer. Trott is set to succeed Jakob Stausholm, with the position being effective from August 25, 2025. 

At present, Trott is working as the Ore Chief Executive, with an exceptional delivery for more than 25 years in dynamic roles ranging from commodities and geographics, focused on a strong value-based performance culture to bolstering partnerships with the stakeholders. He has already made a significant impact in strengthening our core business and deepening our relationships with stakeholders in Australia.

In the role of Ore Chief Executive, Simon successfully upheld the business with improved operational performance, with a focus on the financial and safety disciplines. Additionally, he also reinstated the relationship with the firm's key stakeholders, securing the future of the business concerning the upcoming mine developments. 

Before this, the Chief Executive had been the first Chief Commercial Officer, aiding in establishing the Group's Commercial operation by tapping strategic, deeper and efficient consumer relationships. Prior to this, he also held the role of Managing Director in the company's different geographies and commodities. 

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