Andrew Mackenzie

Geologist and businessman at BHP

Andrew Mackenzie - Geologist and businessman at BHP
Born

December 20th, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

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Graduated with a degree in geology from the University of Edinburgh. Held various positions at different mining and resource companies. Served as CEO of BHP, a major global resources company, from 2013 to 2019. Focused on operational excellence and strategic investment during tenure, navigating BHP's growth and transformation in the mining sector.

Served as CEO of BHP from 2013 to 2019

Led strategic investments in mining operations

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