West Perth-based explorer Rox Resources Ltd has appointed Jeff Gresham as chairman after founding chair Alistair Cowden quit the company to focus on his role as managing director of Vulcan Resources Ltd.
Mr Gresham most recently served as managing director of Titan Resources, currently being compulsorily acquired by Consolidated Minerals Ltd, and had previously served as managing director of Wiluna Mines Ltd and general manager - exploration for Homestake Gold Australia.
Rox managing director Ian Mulholland said Mr Gresham would bring a wealth of experience to the company.
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Rox Resources Limited (ASX: RXL) ("Rox") is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Chairman, Mr Jeff Gresham, effective 1 October 2006.
Mr Gresham is a geologist with a distinguished industry career of varied exploration, operational and corporate experience both in Australia and internationally spanning 38 years.
Most recently he was Managing Director of Titan Resources, an active nickel explorer in Western Australia, and roles prior to that over a 30 year period included Managing Director of gold miner Wiluna Mines Limited, General Manager - Exploration for Homestake Gold of Australia, and several senior executive roles with Western Mining Corporation.
Rox Managing Director, Ian Mulholland, said he welcomed Mr Gresham's appointment and looks forward to his input to Rox's future success.
"Jeff's appointment is a significant one for Rox. He has been a leading figure in Australia's exploration and mining scene for a long time and brings a wealth of experience to us as we work to develop the full potential of our exciting Pha Luang lead-zinc project in Laos," said Mr Mulholland.
At the same time Mr Mulholland, on behalf of the Board of Rox, wished to thank and pay tribute to its founding Chairman, Dr Alistair Cowden, who will be stepping down from the Board to concentrate on his role as Managing Director of Vulcan Resources Limited.
"We are disappointed to see Alistair leave, but he leaves with Rox in a strong position. The Company has an excellent project and cash of $5.5 million. In addition it will have a share portfolio valued at approximately $1 million once recently announced transactions are finalised. We are excited about the company's future," said Mr Mulholland.
