True North Copper (ASX:TNC) has appointed Mark Longbottom as Head of ESG and Innovation to advance the company’s exploration and development focus in Queensland’s Mt Isa region.
Longbottom holds more than 20 years of experience in the resources and infrastructure sectors, including senior roles with OZ Minerals, which was acquired by BHP (ASX:BHP) in 2023, and environmental consultancies, such as Epic Environmental.
He has experience in approvals, land access, ESG, climate risk, mine closure, and stakeholder engagement, progressing projects from study through to development.
True North says its North Queensland portfolio provides a platform for accelerated development while carrying associated care and maintenance, approvals, and compliance obligations.
Managing Director Andrew Mooney says the appointment strengthens capability at a critical stage for the company.
“Mark’s appointment strengthens our capability at a critical stage, bringing experienced leadership across ESG, approvals and stakeholder engagement as we advance our projects,” Mooney says.
“His role is to help us prioritise and execute effectively across our portfolio – ensuring our work is integrated, decision-focused and aligned to development outcomes.
“This includes working closely with our teams and partners to optimise scope, improve coordination and deliver outcomes more efficiently.”
The company says establishing a dedicated ESG and approvals function will support improved prioritisation, more efficient integration of external consultants and contingent labour, and more cost-effective delivery of environmental and stakeholder outcomes.
Head of ESG and Innovation Mark Longbottom says he is excited to join True North at an “important stage” for the company.
“The intersection of ESG and innovation presents a significant opportunity to support efficient project delivery, unlock value and strengthen performance across the portfolio, while supporting responsible development of critical mineral resources,” Longbottom says.
True North’s portfolio includes the Cloncurry Copper Project and Mount Oxide Project in Queensland.
The company aims to develop Cloncurry for near-term cashflow while growing resources at Mount Oxide and exploring regional targets.
Write to Maddison Elliott at Mining.com.au
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