InfraBuild Announces Changes to its Board of Directors

November 18, 2024 – InfraBuild, a leading Australian integrated steel manufacturing, distribution, and recycling company, today announced changes to its Board of Directors. Roland Junck, a respected steel industry leader with 40 years of experience in the global metals sector, will join the Board as an independent Non-Executive Director (NED). Andrea Slattery, who has served as a valued Board member, has stepped down from the Board to pursue other professional opportunities.

Roland brings a deep understanding of the global steel and metals industry, holding executive leadership positions across major companies. Roland was previously the first CEO of the combined ArcelorMittal group in 2006, and throughout his career, he has held prominent roles, including CEO of Nyrstar N.V., a global mining and metals company, and CEO & Chairman of British Steel. He joined LIBERTY Steel Group [as a Non-Executive member] in 2020, giving strategic oversight to the group’s decarbonisation plans. In July 2024 Roland was appointed as the President of the French steel producer, Novasco. Roland holds a Finance qualification from Harvard, an MBA from Sacred Heart University in Luxembourg, and a Mechanical Engineering degree from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich.

Andrea Slattery, who has contributed immensely to the Board including through her role as Co-Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee, departs to explore other professional opportunities. During her time on the Board, she has focused on strengthening corporate governance within the company and driving InfraBuild’s sustainability initiatives. Ms Slattery is a highly regarded director in Australia including ASX-listed companies.

Executive Chairman Sanjeev Gupta said: “We are delighted to welcome Roland Junck to the Board of InfraBuild. His unparalleled experience in the global steel industry and his commitment to operational and sustainability excellence will greatly benefit InfraBuild as we continue to grow and innovate. We believe his knowledge and expertise will be essential in helping us build a resilient and responsible future for Australian steel.”

Roland will join Michael Morley, Monica Middleton, and Dak Patel as Non-Executive Directors.

Sanjeev Gupta continued, “Andrea has been an exceptional member of our Board, making significant strides in enhancing our governance processes and championing our sustainability agenda. Her insight and dedication have been instrumental in positioning InfraBuild for a successful, sustainable future. On behalf of the Board, I extend our deepest thanks to Andrea and wish her the very best in her future endeavours.”

This leadership update aligns with InfraBuild’s commitment to maintaining a highly credentialed and experienced Board dedicated to sustainability and to supporting future growth, ensuring a strong foundation for the company’s strategic objectives and redefining steel as a green building material.