Robust Resources Limited (ASX: ROL) the Indonesian-based gold and base metal explorer, is pleased to announce the appointment of former BHP Billiton Indonesia President Director Andrew James Wilson as Non Executive Director to the Robust board.
Robust Managing Director, Gary Lewis said: "With the continued success of our Romang Island drilling programme, the board is keen to further strengthen its Indonesian expertise and contact base. Andrew, who is fluent in Indonesian and has been working in the region for many years, brings to Robust a depth of experience working within the Indonesian resources and mining sector that will deliver significant value to shareholders during this next growth phase."
Andrew was President Director of BHP Billiton Indonesia based in Jakarta from 2000 to 2008 and was also a Director of the Indonesian Mining Association. He received a certificate of thanks from Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono for his efforts in coordinating BHP Billiton volunteers from Australia to help post tsunami Aceh.
Andrew has a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) from the University of NSW, a Masters of Law from the University of Sydney, and has been a member of the Law Society of NSW since 1986. He commenced his legal career at Allens Arthur Robinson before becoming the Legal Manager and Company Secretary at BHP Engineering Group, where he undertook various commercial and risk
management roles.
Gary Lewis said: "As Robust's activities in Indonesia grow, Andrew will assist with coverage of legal and project risk mitigation, government relations and sound corporate governance. We believe his in-country experience is unique and will prove invaluable to Robust and its shareholders and we welcome him to the board."
Andrew is also a director of Herald Resources Ltd and Chairman of Lifestart, a charity assisting children with disabilities. He is a Graduate and Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Andrew was appointed to the board of Robust Resources Ltd with an effective date of 04 January 2010.
