European Metals Holdings Ltd said a new operations manager has been appointed for its world-class Cinovec lithium/tin project in the Czech Republic.
Walter Mädel, an experienced minerals operations and ore processing specialist, has been appointed to the role. He has successfully delivered lithium ore processing plants for Altura Mining's Pilgangoora mine in western Australia and Firefinch Ltd (ASX:FFX)'s Goulamina hard rock lithium project in Mali over the last five years.
“Walter brings to the Cinovec team a wealth of mineral processing experience, particularly in processing hard rock lithium minerals, tin and tungsten bearing ores, magnetic and heavy mineral separation expertise,” said Geomet chief operating officer Simon Edwards. Geomet is the project’s management company.
“He also brings tremendous experience in the management of the operational transition from DFS [Definitive Feasibility Study] through the construction and commissioning stages to the Cinovec lithium project," said Edwards.
“His experience in delivering lithium ore processing facilities in tier-one environments will be the catalyst for a number of ongoing strategic developments for the Cinovec lithium project,” added Keith Coughlan, executive chairman of European Metals.
Cinovec is the largest hard rock lithium deposit in Europe and its central European location means it is within 500km of many key cathode, battery and auto makers.