Newcrest Mining Ltd (NCM.AX)

Biswas retires as Newcrest CEO

Chief Financial Officer Sherry Duhe, who joined the company in February, will step in as interim Chief Executive while a global internal and external search for a replacement is underway, Newcrest said in a filing to the exchange.

“As we look towards the future, it is an opportune time for fresh leadership to accelerate the evolution of our company and ensure we are best placed to make the most of the opportunities in front of us,” said Chairman Peter Tomsett in a statement.