Energy Fuels Announces Appointment of President

Core Viewpoint - Energy Fuels Inc. announces the appointment of Mr. Ross R. Bhappu as President effective August 4, 2025, while Mr. Mark S. Chalmers continues as CEO and Director, aligning with the company's long-term succession plans [1][2]. Company Overview - Energy Fuels is a leading U.S.-based critical minerals company focused on uranium, rare earth elements, heavy mineral sands, vanadium, and medical isotopes [3]. - The company has been the leading U.S. producer of natural uranium concentrate for several years, supplying nuclear utilities for carbon-free nuclear energy production [3]. - Energy Fuels operates the White Mesa Mill in Utah, the only fully licensed and operating conventional uranium processing facility in the U.S., producing advanced rare earth element products and evaluating the recovery of medical isotopes [3]. Leadership Background - Mr. Ross R. Bhappu brings over 35 years of experience in mining and private equity, with significant expertise in project evaluation, development, and financing [2]. - Bhappu has a Ph.D. in Mineral Economics and has held various technical and financial roles in companies like Cyprus Minerals and Newmont Mining Corporation [2]. - His previous achievements include the acquisition of Mountain Pass, the only operating rare earth mine in the U.S., and serving as Chairman of Molycorp, Inc. [2].