Natural Resources >> CEO Interviews >> March 5, 2015

Interview with the President and CEO: North American Palladium Ltd. (PAL)

Phil du Toit is President and CEO of North American Palladium Ltd. Mr. du Toit is an accomplished mining executive with a proven track record for executing on his management mandates throughout his career. Mr. du Toit brings significant project management expertise to the CEO role, developed during his 37 years of global experience in the mining industry, which included senior roles for some of the world's leading mining companies and the successful development of multiple large capital projects. Recently, Mr. du Toit served as Executive Vice President, and Head of Mining Projects and Exploration for ArcelorMittal, the world's leading integrated steel and mining company, where he was responsible for mining strategy, exploration, project and business development. His experience also includes serving as interim CEO of Baffinland Iron Mines Corp., as well as having held various senior management positions for Vale; Diavik Diamond Mines, a subsidiary of Rio Tinto plc; Voest Alpine Inc.; and Gencor Ltd. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering from the University of Pretoria in South Africa.     Profile
TWST: You’ve been at the helm of North American Palladium since 2013. Where have you seen the most meaningful progress over the past two years?

Mr. du Toit: Yes, it’s been