Appointment of New Non-Executive Chairman
Ariana Resources plc has announced a leadership change with Michael Atkins, previously Non-Executive Deputy Chairman, assuming the role of Non-Executive Chairman, effective immediately. Michael de Villiers will transition to Deputy Chairman and continue as Company Secretary. This appointment signifies the commencement of a company-wide transformation process aimed at future growth, particularly concerning the Dokwe Gold Project. The company also acknowledged Michael de Villiers' thirteen years of service as Chairman, during which assets were transformed from exploration to production in Türkiye.
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Ariana Resources plc (AIM: AAU, ASX: AA2, "Ariana" or the "Company"), the mineral exploration, development and production company with gold project interests in Africa and Europe, is pleased to advise that Michael Atkins, the current Non-Executive Deputy Chairman, will assume the role of Non-Executive Chairman, effective immediately.
Michael de Villiers will step down as Chairman and take on the role of Deputy Chairman, whilst continuing his duties as Company Secretary.
Dr Kerim Sener, Managing Director, commented:
"I am delighted that Michael Atkins, who has been a Deputy Chairman since the Company's admission to ASX in 2025, has accepted the role of Non-Executive Chairman. With a wealth of experience as a company chairman in the resources sector and a proven track record in corporate development, Michael's appointment signifies the commencement of the Company-wide transformation process currently underway, positioning it for future growth and success with our flagship Dokwe Gold Project.
"I would like to thank Michael de Villiers both personally and on behalf of Ariana's shareholders for his commitment and successful stewardship of the Company as Chairman. Michael has been an important member of the Ariana team and has been Chairman over the past 13 years, supporting its growth as we transformed our assets from exploration into production in Türkiye. Michael will continue to support the Company as we move towards development of the +1.1million ounce Dokwe Gold Project in Zimbabwe."
The Board of Ariana Resources plc has approved this announcement and authorised its release.
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