Chief Executive Officer Appointment

Amir Mirchi is a widely experienced executive with strong track record spanning a 30-year international career in the metals and mining sector around investment, commercial, major project development, technology and management.

Dr Mirchi has spent most of his professional career in the global businesses with extensive mining and metals industry experiences. Prior to his current position, he was leading an international senior advisory firm working with major international developers and investors. Amir has had a long professional career with Rio Tinto and Alcan. He held various leading roles including as the Regional Vice President at Rio Tinto. 

Commenting on this appointment, Stephane Rigny, the Group CEO and chairman of SML said: Amir is a seasoned, well-respected executive with strong track record. I am particularly pleased to have Amir on board to take the Group’s mining division to the next level of its international strategic positioning delivering value for all stakeholders in the business and host location. 

Amir holds a Bachelor, Master and PhD degrees and he is member of Quebec (Canada) Professional Engineer Association.