04:45 PM EDT, 06/24/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Giga Metals ( GIGGF ) after close of trade Tuesday said it appointed Scott Lendrum as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2.

According to a company statement, Lendrum has extensive experience as an investment banker specializing in the mining sector. He has held leadership positions at several prominent financial institutions, most recently at Paradigm Capital from 2021 to 2024, where he was Director of Investment Banking (Mining). Lendrum will also be joining Giga's board of directors.

"The appointment of Mr. Lendrum reflects our company's commitment to advancing its long-term strategic objectives and enhancing shareholder value," said board chair Lyle Davis. "We are very excited to welcome him to the Board and to this leadership position."

Giga closed trading up $0.005 to $0.09 on the TSX Venture Exchange.