BHP Billiton undergoes senior management reorganization, splitting the position of head of the Americas region.

The incoming CEO of BHP Group, Brandon Craig, will split his recent responsibilities for the company's Americas operations into two positions. He stated that this change will allow the company to focus more on the North and South American regions. BHP has appointed Innovation VP Jessica Farrell as President of the North American region, effective July 1. BHP stated that Farrell will act as interim President for the South American region until a permanent candidate is selected. The company also announced that from September, Chief Operating Officer Edgar Basto will take on the role of Chief Performance Officer, with additional responsibilities including strengthening contractor safety management. The company mentioned that Geraldine Slattery will continue to serve as President of the Australian region and will be responsible for the South Australian copper business. Craig is a senior executive at BHP and has been in charge of the company's Americas operations since March 2024. He will officially become the CEO of this largest mining company in the world on July 1.