Patriot Battery Metals (ASX:PMT) has appointed Aline Côte to its board of directors, effective immediately. This move is part of the company’s broader strategy to reinforce its alignment with Québec’s role in the critical minerals value chain. Côte brings more than 27 years of international experience spanning exploration, technical services, and operational leadership to the role. She began her career at Noranda and progressed through senior roles at Xstrata and Glencore.
Patriot Battery Metals is a hard-rock lithium explorer focused on advancing its wholly owned Shaakichiuwaanaan Project in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region of Québec, Canada. The company aims to capitalise on the growing demand for lithium in the electric vehicle and battery storage sectors.
According to Patriot Battery Metals, Côte brings deep operational expertise, strategic leadership, and firsthand experience managing large-scale, capital-intensive mining operations across multiple jurisdictions. Her appointment is expected to strengthen the board’s capabilities and provide valuable insights as the company advances its projects.
Chairman Pierre Boivin stated that Côte is a highly respected executive in the mining sector and a strong addition to the board. He noted that Côte’s Québec base and wide recognition across the global mining industry provide an exceptional combination of technical depth, operational leadership, and strategic perspective.
