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Highlights
- SRN share price jumped 100% to AUD 0.002 per share on 23 February 2026.
- Dr Andrew Whitehead has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Surefire Resources, effective immediately.
- Dr Whitehead brings over 15 years of experience across ASX-listed and private resource companies.
- Managing Director Paul Burton has resigned, effective 20 February.
Surefire Resources NL (ASX:SRN) saw its share price surge 100% during the morning trading session on 23 February 2026, rising to AUD 0.002 per share. The sharp move followed the company’s announcement of the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer.
Dr Andrew Whitehead Appointed Chief Executive Officer
SRN has appointed Dr Andrew Whitehead as its Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
He has more than 15 years of experience across ASX-listed and private resource companies, with exposure to iron ore, gold and critical minerals. His executive background spans governance, joint ventures, commercial strategy, capital management support and stakeholder engagement across large-scale development projects.
He holds a PhD in International Business from Flinders University, a Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance & Investment, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) Company Directors Course.
Managing Director Paul Burton Resigns
The company also advised that Managing Director Paul Burton has tendered his resignation, effective Friday, 20 February.
This leadership transition places succession planning at the forefront for Surefire Resources. With the CEO appointment taking immediate effect and the Managing Director’s departure formalised, investors will now be closely watching how the new executive structure shapes the company’s next phase.
