Atlantic Lithium said Keith Muller, its recently appointed CEO, and Patrick Brindle will both join the African-focussed lithium mining company’s board of directors.
Muller was appointed CEO on 16 May 2023, having joined last November as COO, and has over 20 years of experience in hard rock lithium mining and processing, according to a statement.
He previously held senior roles at the Australian lithium company Allkem, where he was involved with the Mt Cattlin lithium mine.
Atlantic Lithium said this provides it “with invaluable experience of operating a successful lithium mine, “ and Muller’s appointment reflects its focus on delivering its Ewoyaa lithium project as Ghana’s first lithium mine.
“Having played a key role in the operation of the Mt Cattlin mine during his time at Allkem, Keith provides invaluable lithium mine operating experience and insight,” said executive chairman Neil Herbert.
Brindle, who currently serves as executive vice president and COO at Piedmont Lithium (NASDAQ:PLL), joins the board as a non-executive.
His appointment is part of the agreement between Piedmont and Atlantic Lithium, which sees the former fund the Ewoyaa project.
He has 20 years of experience in senior management and engineering roles across global jurisdictions.
“Piedmont has remained a highly supportive partner of Atlantic Lithium since the funding agreement was completed in August 2021 and Patrick brings with him global mining and mineral process project delivery expertise,” Herbert added.