Lundin Mining Corporation announced the formal appointment of Mr Paul Conibear as President and CEO of Lundin Mining. Mr Conibear has been interim President and CEO of the Company since June 30th 2011.

Mr Conibear has more than 28 years experience in corporate and asset management of all phases of mining investments in North and South America and several African countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo. Originally from the mining center of Sudbury, he brings to Lundin Mining and its investments a practical background of 18 years in mining project and construction management followed by 10 years as a corporate officer and director for several successful public companies including Tenke Mining Corporation.

As Chief Operating Officer, then President and a Director of Tenke Mining Corporation for many years until its merger with Lundin Mining, Mr Conibear was instrumental in progressing the world class Tenke Fungurume copper and cobalt project towards development. In this capacity he has also been active in advancing corporate social responsibility initiatives and is one of the founding directors of the Lundin Foundation, a charitable entity established to support sustainable development across Africa and other parts of the world.

Mr Lukas Lundin chairman of Lundin Mining said that "I'm very pleased that Paul has accepted our offer to head up Lundin Mining. I've witnessed first-hand the outstanding achievements his dedication and determination have brought over the years and I'm very happy to see that he shares my excitement for the future of Lundin Mining. I look forward to great success with Paul at the helm."