Ex Sainsbury man joins Anglo American
JOHANNESBURG - Former Sainsbury chairman Sir Philip Hampton has joined Anglo American’s board as a non-executive director.
The appointment was effective immediately, the mining giant said in a statement on Monday.
Hampton, 56, has served as chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland group since February 2009 and recently stepped down as chairman of J Sainsbury plc.
“I am delighted to welcome Sir Philip Hampton to Anglo American, the first in a series of appointments as we refresh the board,” Sir John Parker, chairman of Anglo American said.
“Sir Philip brings a wealth of financial, strategic and boardroom experience across a number of industries and I look forward to working wit him as we continue to deliver value at Anglo America.”
Sir Rob Margetts and Dr Chris Fay would retire from the board at Anglo American’s next annual general meeting to be held in April 2010.
-Sapa
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