Latest Leadership Changes News

South Port New Zealand is navigating a significant leadership transition with CEO Nigel Gear stepping down after 8.5 years, replaced by port veteran Derek Nind, while Chair Philip Cory-Wright plans retirement. The company reports strong trading momentum, aiming for a record full year despite geopolitical uncertainties.

Mayne Pharma has been awarded $13.27 million in legal costs by the Supreme Court of New South Wales after successfully defending against Cosette Pharmaceuticals’ claims tied to a terminated acquisition deal.

Maronan Metals has completed a major share distribution from Red Metal, expanding its shareholder base, while locking in a $22 million strategic investment to fund an ambitious drilling program and feasibility study.

Findi Limited lowers its FY26 operating revenue and EBITDA guidance, citing integration costs and funding delays, but reports operational improvements following a $25 million equity raise and appoints a new Chief Commercial Officer.

Lion Rock Minerals has brought in a seasoned leadership team from Sierra Rutile to spearhead development at its Minta Rutile and Monazite Project in Cameroon, supported by a $2 million capital raise.

Northern Star Resources is preparing for a leadership change as Managing Director Stuart Tonkin announces his intention to step down in the first quarter of FY27 after 13 years at the helm. The Board has initiated a global search to find his successor.

Ventia Services Group reported a strong FY25 with revenue of $6.1 billion and 13% NPATA growth, while CEO Dean Banks announced his planned departure later this year. The company reaffirmed its FY26 guidance and highlighted growth opportunities in Defence, Digital Infrastructure, Energy, and Water.

Webjet Group reported a 1% revenue rise to $136.4 million for FY26 but saw underlying EBITDA drop 20% to $28.1 million due to increased investment and softer trading. The company completed its Locomote acquisition, announced a fully franked 4 cents per share dividend, and revealed CEO Katrina Barry’s resignation.

Plenti Group Limited (ASX:PLT) has smashed its $3 billion loan portfolio target two months ahead of schedule, delivering a 117% surge in cash profit before tax to $30.8 million for FY26. The fintech lender’s growth was fuelled by record loan originations, robust credit performance, and strategic technology investments.

Geopacific Resources' updated 2026 DFS for the Woodlark Gold Project reveals a 19% rise in Mineral Resources to 1.98 million ounces and a new Ore Reserve of 1.2 million ounces, underpinning robust economics and a rapid 18-month payback.

CVC Limited announces the planned resignation of CEO Mark Avery by July 2026, triggering a leadership reshuffle with Executive Chair Craig Treasure set to become Managing Director and Andrew Ashwood stepping in as CEO.

Variscan Mines (ASX:VAR) has secured $690,000 in the first tranche of a $5 million placement, issuing 174 million shares at $0.004 each to new sophisticated investors. The capital raise supports ongoing development at the Novales-Udias zinc-lead project in Spain, which recently reported a JORC resource.