TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) today announced that Ben van Beurden has been appointed Lead Independent Director of the Board, succeeding Brett Harvey.
Mr van Beurden, former CEO of Shell, joined Barrick&s Board in May 2025 and brings nearly four decades of global leadership in the energy and natural resources sectors. At Shell, he led the company&s strategic transformation from an oil-focused business to a diversified energy leader, with significant investments in natural gas and renewables. He also streamlined Shell&s structure, consolidated its headquarters in London and positioned the company among the leaders in the energy transition.
In addition to his role at Barrick, Mr van Beurden is a senior advisor on energy transition investments at KKR, an independent member of the Board of Supervisors of Mercedes-Benz Group AG and Chairman of Clariant, a Swiss specialty chemicals company.
Brett Harvey has been a member of the Board since 2005 and has served as Lead Director since 2013. Over more than a decade in that role, he has been a driving force in strengthening the company&s governance, fostering board renewal and advancing diversity to better reflect the regions and communities in which Barrick operates. He will continue to serve as a valued member of the Board.
Barrick Chairman John Thornton said: “Brett&s tenure as Lead Director has been marked by exceptional leadership and a steadfast commitment to sound governance.&
He added that Mr van Beurden had already brought valuable insights to the Board&s deliberations and that his appointment as Lead Director would build on that contribution.
“Ben&s strategic acumen, global perspective and deep experience in sustainable business management will further enhance our ability to deliver lasting, responsible value to shareholders,& Thornton said.
Thornton noted that van Beurden&s appointment reflects Barrick&s continued commitment to board renewal as part of a broader ongoing strategic initiative to refresh the Board&s composition and ensure the Company has the leadership needed to navigate the evolving dynamics of the industry.
About Barrick Mining Corporation
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and long-life gold and copper assets in the industry — including six of the world&s Tier One gold mines — Barrick&s operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘B& and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ‘ABX&.
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