BHP Appoints Brandon Craig CEO

BHP Group, the world's largest miner, has appointed Brandon Craig as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1. Craig, a 25-year veteran of BHP, succeeds Mike Henry, who led the company for six years. The appointment signals a continuation of BHP's strategy to focus on organic growth in copper and potash, key minerals for the energy transition and AI-driven tech boom. Craig previously led BHP's Americas division, overseeing significant copper and potash projects, and before that, its Western Australia iron ore business. He emphasized discipline in M&A, stating that any acquisition would need to be incredibly compelling to compete with existing growth options. Craig also highlighted the importance of strengthening relationships with key customers, particularly China, amid ongoing pricing disputes. The leadership change comes as the mining industry undergoes a generational shift, with other major miners also appointing new CEOs.