BHP Group Appoints Two New Non-Executive Directors

LONDON (Alliance News) - Blue-chip miner BHP Group PLC said on Tuesday it has appointed Ian Cockerill and Susan Kilsby as non-executive directors with effect on April 1.

Cockerill is currently the chair-elect of FTSE 250-listed miner Polymetal International PLC, and his most recent executive role was chief executive of Anglo American Coal, the coal division of Anglo American PLC from 2008 to 2009.

Kilsby is currently non-executive director of aviation services provider BBA Aviation PLC and alcoholic drinks maker Diageo PLC, and her most recent executive role was at Credit Suisse Group AG as a senior advisor.

"Susan will bring to the BHP Board her extensive global executive and non-executive experience across a range of industries, particularly in the areas of long-term strategy, capital allocation and corporate governance," said Chair Ken MacKenzie.

"Ian has in-depth experience in the mining industry, including in relation to complex projects and significant capital investments over long cycles. He also brings his experience acquired through his public board roles. We are delighted that Ian and Susan are joining the BHP board," Mackenzie added.