Aclara Resources Inc (TSX:ARA, OTC:ARAAF) has appointed Kurt Forrester as the lead advisor for the technical development of its heavy rare earths separation project.
Forrester is a noted chemical engineer with over 20 years of experience in solvent extraction and other separation technologies across commodities including rare earth elements, base metals and industrial minerals.
Commenting on the hire, Aclara’s chief executive Ramon Barua said: "We are thrilled to announce the incorporation of Dr Kurt Forrester to Aclara´s vertical integration team as lead advisor to our new heavy rare earths separation project.
“With the recent announcement of Aclara´s vertical integration strategy, the company is strengthening its technical capabilities to establish the first heavy rare earths separation facility outside of China.
“As the world accelerates to sustainable energy sources, we are focused on developing a robust supply chain to provide decarbonization technologies with critical heavy rare earths produced in an environmentally and socially responsible way.”
“The addition of Kurt marks a significant step in fortifying Aclara's capabilities and advancing our vertical integration strategy with great confidence."