Pennymac Mortgage Investment Trust: Patriot Battery Metals Boosts Board with Mining Expert Aline Côté
- Patriot Battery Metals appointed Aline Côté as an independent director to enhance operational capabilities in critical minerals.
- Côté brings 27 years of mining experience, previously leading global Zinc and Lead assets at Glencore.
- Her appointment supports Patriot Battery Metals' strategy to strengthen its position in the lithium exploration market.
Patriot Battery Metals Enhances Board Expertise with New Appointment
Patriot Battery Metals Inc. has made a significant strategic move by appointing Mrs. Aline Côté to its board of directors as an independent director. This decision is effective immediately and is expected to bolster the company's operational capabilities in the mining sector, particularly in the critical minerals domain. Mrs. Côté brings with her over 27 years of extensive international experience in the mining industry, having held key positions at major firms such as Noranda Inc., Xstrata plc, and Glencore International AG. Notably, she was the first female Industrial Lead at Glencore, managing global Zinc and Lead assets, which underscores her pioneering role in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Her background includes serving as the Head of Zinc Mining Technical Services at Glencore from 2014 to 2019, where she developed a wealth of technical knowledge that is highly relevant to Patriot Battery Metals' operations. Furthermore, she has contributed to the governance of various mining firms, including Kazzinc and Trevali Mining Corporation, where she chaired the Technical Committee. Pierre Boivin, the Chair of the Board, expressed optimism about Côté's appointment, emphasizing that her deep technical expertise and leadership qualities align perfectly with the company’s strategic focus on the critical minerals value chain in Quebec.
As Patriot Battery Metals aims to enhance its position in the lithium exploration market, Côté's appointment is seen as a vital step towards reinforcing the company's credibility and operational expertise. The company is dedicated to advancing its wholly owned Shaakichiuwaanaan Property, previously known as Corvette, located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region of Quebec, Canada. This property is pivotal for the company’s ambition to become a key player in the burgeoning critical minerals market, particularly as global demand for lithium continues to rise.
In addition to her technical qualifications, Mrs. Côté holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology and an MBA from the Université du Québec, along with postgraduate training at Laurentian University. Her appointment reflects Patriot Battery Metals' commitment to diversifying its board and enhancing its strategic capabilities. As the company continues to navigate the complexities of the mining industry, Côté's expertise will likely play a crucial role in guiding its future initiatives and operational strategies.
