CiDRA Holdings LLC, the parent company of CiDRA Minerals Processing Inc., proudly announces the appointment of Stéphane Leblanc to its Board of Directors. Stéphane brings extensive experience and expertise, having retired as Managing Director/CEO at Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium in 2022. At Rio Tinto, Stéphane drove significant growth and operational enhancements across operations in Canada, South Africa, Madagascar, and China, overseeing 8,000 employees and contractors and generating $2 billion in sales revenue. His commitment to safety and technological advancements, particularly in Green Smelting, Titanium, Lithium, and Rare Earth production, highlights his ability to lead in innovation-driven environments.
Before his role at Rio Tinto Iron & Titanium, Stéphane served as Managing Director/President at Rio Tinto Kennecott, where he led financial and operational improvements and facilitated cultural transformations. Prior to Kennecott, he was the General Manager at Rio Tinto Alcan Sebree Smelter, managing 500 union employees and $400 million in sales revenue. His notable achievements include a 75% reduction in the recordable injury rate, successful negotiation of labor contracts and incentives, and the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
“Stéphane’s strategic vision and operational acumen have consistently driven safety, productivity, and profitability improvements throughout his career. His extensive experience in managing operations across multiple countries and his dedication to leveraging technological advancements for operational improvement make him an invaluable asset to CiDRA,” said Dr. David Huber, Chairman of the Board of CiDRA Holdings LLC.
