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Anglo American and Teck Resources have announced the future executive leadership team (ELT) of Anglo Teck plc, the combined company that will be formed through their merger. These ELT roles will take effect immediately following completion of the merger. This is currently expected between September 2026 and March 2027, being conditional on final regulatory approval.

Both companies said: “The future ELT combines deep operational and financial expertise and global market insight with a strong track record of safety leadership, values-based decision-making and project delivery to create enduring shareholder and stakeholder value.”

On completion of the merger, the ELT of Anglo Teck will comprise:

• Duncan Wanblad – chief executive officer (CEO)

• Jonathan Price – deputy CEO & chief strategy officer

• John Heasley – chief financial officer (CFO)

• Ruben Fernandes – chief operating officer (COO)

• Ian Anderson – chief people officer

• Lyndon Arnall – chief legal & sustainability officer

• Alison Atkinson – chief technical officer and CEO of Crop Nutrients

• Karla Mills – chief projects officer

• Matt Walker – CEO, marketing.

Nolitha Fakude will continue in her current role as the chair of Anglo Teck’s management board in South Africa, reporting to Duncan Wanblad.

Duncan Wanblad, CEO of Anglo American and CEO designate of Anglo Teck, said: “Announcing Anglo Teck’s future Executive Leadership Team marks another major milestone as we progress towards combining these two great companies. As the incoming CEO of Anglo Teck, I have utmost confidence in the highly capable executive and regional leadership teams that I have set out today, benefiting from their track records of delivery and their diversity of global experience.”

Duncan Wanblad, CEO designate of Anglo Teck. PHOTO: ANGLO AMERICAN

Jonathan Price, Teck’s president and CEO and deputy CEO designate of Anglo Teck, said: “Today represents a significant next step in the creation of Anglo Teck, which we are setting up to be a top tier global copper producer with world-class operations and exceptional growth opportunities. This executive leadership team will provide strong continuity for the combined business and positions us to unlock the full potential of Anglo Teck.”

As previously announced, Sheila Murray, currently chair of Teck, will chair the board of Anglo Teck, with Duncan Wanblad, Jonathan Price and John Heasley serving as executive directors. Richard Price, currently chief legal & corporate affairs officer of Anglo American, will also join the board as a non-executive director.

ADM has appointed Jeff Rowe to the newly created role of executive vice president (EVP) and COO, with effect from the 17th August 2026. Rowe will oversee ADM’s commercial businesses, global manufacturing and R&D efforts. He will report to Juan Luciano, chair of the board and ADM’s CEO.

Rowe joins ADM from Syngenta Group, where he has held a series of senior leadership roles, after joining the company in September 2016, before being appointed CEO in January 2024. Prior to Syngenta Group, he spent more than 20 years at DuPont Pioneer in a variety of executive positions spanning strategy, international operations, biotech and regulatory affairs.

Juan Luciano said: “Jeff has an outstanding reputation in the industry as a proven leader with a strong track record of advancing innovation and operational excellence. I am confident that he will be a wonderful addition to ADM’s global family of leaders. On behalf of all of us at ADM, I am delighted to welcome Jeff to the Company and look forward to working alongside him.”

Jeff Rowe replied: “I am honored to join ADM and drive continued innovation at a global, agricultural leader. I have long admired ADM for its rich history and strong values. I look forward to partnering with the Company’s talented team to build on that foundation, advancing ADM’s growth strategy, supporting farmers and creating value for customers and shareholders.”

Rowe is a fifth-generation farmer, helping to run his family’s farm in Illinois. This employs regenerative agriculture practices to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability, productivity and profitability.