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Nutrien has announced the appointment of Mark Thompson as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective from 26 August 2024. Thompson succeeds Pedro Farah, who will remain with Nutrien in an advisory capacity until his departure on 31 December 2024.

Ken Seitz, Nutrien’s president and CEO said: “Mark’s impressive track record of execution, along with his proven financial and strategic acumen provides the unique ability to succeed in this position on day one. He brings in-depth knowledge of our business that will support the advancement of our strategic actions to enhance quality of earnings and cash flow. On behalf of the Nutrien team, I would also like to thank Pedro for his service and commitment to Nutrien over the last five years.”

“I’ve had the privilege to serve in leadership roles across the company and firmly believe in the opportunities afforded by Nutrien’s strong competitive advantages and world-class asset base to deliver long-term shareholder value,” said Thompson. “I look forward to continuing to partner with Ken and our executive leadership team on the disciplined execution of our strategy and drive a focused approach to capital allocation.”

Thompson has been with the company since 2011, currently serving as executive vice president and chief commercial officer. Prior to his current position he held numerous executive and senior leadership roles across the company, including chief strategy & sustainability officer, chief corporate development & strategy officer, and vice president of business development for Nutrien’s Retail business. He earned his Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) and Bachelor of Arts degrees from the University of Saskatchewan is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).

Seifi Ghasemi, the chairman, president, and CEO of Air Products, has announced the formation of a new senior management board to execute the industrial gas giant’s two-pillar growth strategy. In July 2024, Air Products confirmed its two-pillar strategy: to grow its industrial gas business, including related technology and equipment, and to be a first mover in clean hydrogen, when it signed a deal to see its LNG business.

The new management board is made up of the following 11 individuals in the following roles, each of which will report directly to Ghasemi: Ivo Bols, President of Europe and Africa; Wolfgang Brand, Senior Vice-President of Project Delivery and Technology; Victoria Brifo, Senior Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer, and Corporate Communications and Corporate Relations; Brian Galovich,

Senior Vice-President and Chief Information Officer; Ahmed Hababou, President of the Middle East and India; Kurt Lefevere, President of Asia; Francesco Maione, President of the Americas; Sean Major, Executive Vice-President, General Counsel and Secretary, Mergers, Acquisitions, and Sustainability; Wilbur Mok, Senior Vice-President of the Equipment Businesses; Wally Nelson, Vice-President of Global Helium; and Melissa Schaeffer, Senior Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer.

Ghasemi said that the formation of the new management board will further streamline and optimise Air Products’ global organisation to ensure it maintains its position in the market. He added, “It further enhances our ability to execute our full portfolio of projects. I am focused on our company strategy, project execution, and the development of our senior leaders. I remain highly enthusiastic about the future of Air Products and am proud to lead this company and work alongside our talented and dedicated team.”

Sasol has announced the appointment of Walt Bruns as chief financial officer (CFO) and executive director of Sasol Limited, effective 1 September 2024. Walt, a certified chartered accountant in South Africa, is currently CFO of Sasol Southern Africa including Energy and Chemicals.