Westland Mineral Sands Appoints Debbie Birch as Chair Amid Expansion Plans

Highlights:

• Westland Mineral Sands (NZX: WMS) has appointed Debbie Birch as its new chair.
• The company is advancing plans for a major new mineral sands mine on the West Coast.
• At the time of writing, WMS continues to seek approvals for exploration and extraction of critical minerals.

New Leadership to Guide Growth

Westland Mineral Sands (WMS), a key player in mineral sands mining on New Zealand’s West Coast, has appointed Debbie Birch as its new chairperson. The move comes as the company gears up for a significant expansion, including securing approvals for a new mining project aimed at extracting valuable minerals.

Unlocking Economic Potential

WMS holds exploration and prospecting licenses across vast tracts of West Coast farmland. The company aims to extract and export ilmenite, garnet, gold, and rare earth elements (REEs)—critical materials essential for renewable energy technologies and industrial applications.

Scaling Up for the Future

At the time of writing, WMS is actively seeking regulatory consents to move forward with its latest mining project. The company views these critical minerals as a key economic driver, aligning with global demand for sustainable and advanced technologies. With Birch at the helm, WMS is set to navigate regulatory challenges and scale operations for long-term success.

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