Nyrstar NV announced that it has appointed John Galassini as senior vice president of mining. He will join the Nyrstar Management Committee and will be based at Nyrstar's global headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland. Galassini brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a 25-years in polymetallic mining operations, exploration and production.

Prior to joining Nyrstar, he spent 21 years at Phelps Dodge/Freeport-McMoran related companies where he held increasingly senior operational positions in the Americas. His most recent leadership role was as chief operating officer of Sunshine Silver Mines Corporation.