[miningmx.com] — BHP Billiton’s head of iron ore, Ian Ashby, would step down from his position on July 1 after a career of 25 years at the company, the diversified miner said on Friday.
He is to be succeeded by the group’s current head of energy coal, Jimmy Wilson.
“Under his (Ashby’s) leadership iron ore has become our largest and most profitable business. Ian will leave iron ore in excellent shape and with a bright future. His wisdom and experience will be missed, and we wish him all the best,” said BHP’s group executive and CE of ferrous and coal, Marcus Randolph.
“Jimmy (Wilson) is a very experienced business leader who has more than 20 years’ experience with the group. He will build on Ian’s successful leadership to continue to grow the iron ore business, while ensuring it continues to operate to world class standards.”
