Rio Tinto has appointed Peter Cunningham as chief financial officer with immediate effect. Cunningham, who has been interim chief financial officer since January 1, 2021, will also join Rio Tinto’s board as chief executive officer at the same time.
Cunningham was previously Group Controller and has held a number of financial and non-financial leadership roles at Rio Tinto in Australia and the UK. In his 28-year career at Rio Tinto, he has held positions including Global Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Communities; Head of Energy and Climate Strategy; and Head of Investor Relations. Prior to joining Rio Tinto, Peter qualified as an accountant.
Jakob Stausholm, CEO of Rio Tinto, said: “I am delighted to confirm Peter in the role and, having worked closely with him for a number of years, I know he is the ideal person to be our CFO. His detailed knowledge of the business and the financial and non-financial drivers of our industry will be of great value as we continue to strengthen Rio Tinto.”
Rio Tinto Chairman Simon Thompson said, “I look forward to Peter joining the Rio Tinto Board and know from experience that his deep knowledge of Rio Tinto and commitment to disciplined capital allocation will be of great benefit to shareholders and will enrich our Board discussions.”
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