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Perenti Limited Appoints Dr Vanessa Torres As Chief Executive Officer

PRIVATEApr 01, 2026•3 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

Perenti

Dr Vanessa Torres
Western AustraliaMiningData Mining

Description

Perenti Limited has appointed Dr Vanessa Torres as its next managing director and chief executive officer (CEO), succeeding Mark Norwell. Torres brings over 25 years of global resources experience from her previous role as chief operating officer at South32.

Company Information

Company

Perenti

Location

Western Australia, Australia

About

Perenti is a global mining services company with a strong presence in Australia and international markets. The company focuses on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for mining operations. With a diverse portfolio, Perenti aims to build long-term relationships with clients and partners in the industry.

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