Celsius Resources is a multi-asset copper and gold resources company with a robust portfolio of geographically diverse projects in the Philippines. With (JORC) Copper/Gold Mineral Resource Estimates of 650Mt across its first two projects, Celsius is committed to developing projects using sustainable mining methods that will generate lasting value for shareholders and local communities.
With strong government backing for sustainable mining, Celsius has received the first mining permit for a copper mine in the Philippines in 15 years and is on the verge of transitioning into a developer, with early works planned to begin for the MCB project in Q4 2024.
This strategic shift marks an exciting chapter, positioning the company as one of the leading cost effective, sustainable, high-grade, and long-life mining operators.
KEY PEOPLE
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Mark van Kerkwijk | Executive Director
read moreMark brings a strategic and entrepreneurial approach to executing CLA’s flagship projects.
His extensive experience as a substantial private investor in the resources sector, particularly in the mining industry, has equipped him with a deep knowledge and understanding of market dynamics, shareholders’ interests and investment strategies that drive company growth, innovation and success.
Mark is also a seasoned technologist and security risk management professional with a diverse background spanning defense, agriculture, construction, compliance and financial services.
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Julito (Sarge) Sarmiento | Executive Chairman
read moreJulito is a Philippine national and resident, admitted to the Philippine Bar and New York State Bar, has 30 years’ experience as a lawyer in mining, environment, social license, renewable energy, and government relations in the Philippines.
He is a strong advocate for the sustainable development and social transformation of local communities, particularly of indigenous cultural communities in resource-dependent industries. He also played a key role in the successful operations of several significant mining companies throughout the country.
He led the acquisition by Glencore of the Philippine Associated Smelting and Refining (PASAR) Corporation in Leyte Province, Visayas, where he subsequently served as Board Director, Vice President and General Counsel.
Julito is a Philippine national and resident, admitted to the Philippine Bar and New York State Bar, has 30 years’ experience as a lawyer in mining, environment, social license, renewable energy, and government relations in the Philippines.
He is a strong advocate for the sustainable development and social transformation of local communities, particularly of indigenous cultural communities in resource-dependent industries. He also played a key role in the successful operations of several significant mining companies throughout the country.
He led the acquisition by Glencore of the Philippine Associated Smelting and Refining (PASAR) Corporation in Leyte Province, Visayas, where he subsequently served as Board Director, Vice President and General Counsel.
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Peter Hume | Non-Executive Director
read morePeter has over 40 years of substantial and practical experience on major mining and construction development projects on lead roles throughout Australia and internationally.
This experience has greatly helped build his proven skills in general management, project management, operation management, construction management, dispute resolution, infrastructure and process design.
Peter has worked with companies such as Porgera Joint Venture, Xstrata Copper, Xstrata Coal, Anglo Coal, Glencore, Newmont Mining Corporation, BMA Coal, Kaltim Prima Coal and Dyno Nobel among others.
