Management ChangeAug 6, 2026, 08:33 AM
Largo Appoints James Bannantine as Co-CEO; Daniel Tellechea Retires
AI Summary
Largo Inc. announced a senior leadership transition with the appointment of James Bannantine as Co-Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Bannantine brings extensive experience in mining turnarounds, the energy sector, and U.S. government relationships, and will serve alongside Executive Chairman and Co-CEO Alberto Arias. Daniel Tellechea retired from his Co-CEO role but will continue as an advisor and board member, with the company acknowledging his critical contributions over the past three years.
Key Highlights
- Largo Inc. appointed James Bannantine as Co-Chief Executive Officer.
- Mr. Bannantine will serve alongside Executive Chairman and Co-CEO Mr. Alberto Arias.
- Daniel Tellechea retired from his Co-CEO role but will remain an advisor and board member.
- Mr. Bannantine has prior experience as CEO of multiple mining companies in Latin America, including Aura Minerals and Great Panther Mining.
- He also has experience in the energy sector and with U.S. government relationships.
- Mr. Bannantine is expected to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic growth.
- Largo's strategic areas include high-purity vanadium, copper/PGM byproducts, and the vanadium flow battery sector.
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