<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>Rio Tinto Group appoints Simon Trott, previously iron ore boss, as the new CEO, succeeding Jakob Stausholm.</li><li>Trott, known for his success in the iron ore division, will focus on portfolio growth amidst expansions in iron ore, lithium projects, and copper growth plans.</li><li>Internal candidates like Jérôme Pécresse and Bold Baatar were considered, but Trott was chosen for his experience and role in rebuilding culture in the iron ore business.</li><li>The new CEO faces challenges in overseeing projects like Simandou in Guinea, expanding Australian mines, and addressing strategies for growth in lithium and copper.</li></ul>

Rio Tinto names iron ore boss Simon Trott as miner’s new CEO

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