07:47 AM EDT, 09/11/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Giyani Metals ( CATPF ) Wednesday said it appointed Nigel Robinson as interim executive chair, replacing Charles FitzRoy, who is leaving to pursue other opportunities.

Robinson, who became chair in June, will expand his role as the company advances production of high-purity manganese sulphate monohydrate (HPMSM), progresses offtake negotiations, and works on its definitive feasibility study.

The board also named non-executive director Stephanie Hart as lead independent director.

"We remain on track to achieve first production of HPMSM in Q3 2025 and are progressing well towards the issuance of our Definitive Feasibility Study that is planned for Q1 2026," said Robinson. "During this period, the Board will also be reviewing and enhancing the Company's organizational structure to ensure we are fully prepared to move towards a Final Investment Decision and the construction of our commercial plant."

Shares closed up 7.7% at $0.07 on the TSX Venture Exchange Wednesday.