Goldplat plc
29 October 2007
Goldplat plc / Ticker: GDP / Index: AIM / Sector: Mining & Exploration
29 October 2007
Goldplat plc ('Goldplat' or 'the Company')
Appointment of New Group Geologist
Goldplat plc, the AIM listed gold producer, has appointed Mark Austin as Group
Geologist. His appointment further strengthens the Company's team as it focuses
on creating increased value from its assets and developing its strategy of
expanding into gold mining through the acquisition of known deposits with
targets of between 200,000 and two million ounces of gold contained.
Mr. Austin has been working in the South African mining industry since 1981 in
various positions, both in mine management and geology. Prior to joining
Goldplat, he was Vice President Operations for AIM listed Mano River Resources,
where he completed a feasibility study for its Liberian gold property. Other
key positions he has held include Gold Division Consulting Geologist for JCI and
Senior Generative Geologist for Placer Dome Exploration Africa.
Goldplat CEO Demetri Manolis said, 'Mark has extensive experience in
exploration and mining geology as well as considerable management experience
having managed various gold and diamond mines across Africa. We are delighted
to have attracted such a high-calibre professional to the team who we believe
will help us drive the business forward and fulfil our aim of becoming a leading
mid-tier mining house.'
Note: Mr. Austin has been appointed as Group Geologist, which is a non-board
position.
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For further information visit www.goldplat.com or contact:
Demetri Manolis, CEO Goldplat plc Tel: +27 11 423 1203
Mob: +27 82 454 7392
James Joyce WH Ireland Limited Tel: +44 (0)20 7220 1666
Isabel Crossley St Brides Media & Finance Ltd Tel: +44 (0)20 7242 4477
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