Who is replacing Amanda Lacaze as CEO of Lynas Rare Earths, and when does the transition take effect?

Pol Le Roux, the company's Chief Operating Officer, will replace Amanda Lacaze as interim CEO of Lynas Rare Earths effective June 30. Lacaze is retiring after 12 years in the role.

What is Pol Le Roux's background relevant to his new role as interim CEO?

Le Roux joined Lynas in late 2010 and has overseen the company's operations across Australia and Malaysia; he previously held multiple roles at Rhône-Poulenc (now part of Solvay) and has over 20 years of experience in the rare earths industry, with deep knowledge of Lynas' operations and the broader rare earths market.

Australia's Lynas Rare Earths names Pol Le Roux interim CEO

Jun 4, 2026

Lynas Rare Earths appointed Pol Le Roux as interim CEO, succeeding Amanda Lacaze. Le Roux will lead the world's largest rare earth producer outside China with over 20 years of industry experience.

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