Mining Rio appoints new chair, updates strategy Mining giant Rio Tinto has appointed former Anglo-American Plc executive Simon Thompson as its new chairman to succeed incumbent Jan du Plessis. 04 Dec 2017
Mining Rio Tinto targets further growth in Asia Mining giant Rio Tinto expects further growth in Asia on the back of China's One Belt One Road initiative, which is expected to result in heavy infrastructure investments in the region. 04 May 2017
Mining Rio outlines cautious path ahead Mining giant Rio Tinto plans to continue its cautious approach as it expects the tough operating environment to remain in the foreseeable future. 05 May 2016
Mining Walsh to retire as Rio chief The chief executive of mining giant Rio Tinto will hand the reins over to the leader of the company's copper and coal division later this year. 17 Mar 2016
