Hastings Technology Metals advised that following the successful completion of his mandate, interim CEO, Mr. Alwyn Vorster, has elected not to extend his fixed term contract beyond its expiry on 31 July 2023 to focus mainly on his non-executive roles in the industry. Mr. Vorster was appointed in the new role of interim CEO in November 2022 to strengthen Hastings' management team and organisational structure for the development phase of the Yangibana Rare Earths Project, and to oversee a comprehensive review of the project delivery and funding model. Advancement of the Yangibana Rare Earths Project will continue under the oversight of Chief Operating Officer Rudolph van Niekerk, with a formal search process for a permanent CEO underway and an appointment expected in due course.