Consolidated Copper Corp (CCC) has appointed Vikram Cariappa as Chief Financial Officer as the company advances plans to restart its copper mining operations in Namibia.
The company said Cariappa had assumed the role on 1 March 2026, joining the leadership team at a time when CCC is nearing completion of key technical and commercial milestones for its Namibian assets ahead of financing discussions.
CCC is currently pursuing a staged restart of its copper portfolio in Namibia while developing a direct-to-manufacturer supply model aimed at delivering responsibly produced copper to industrial buyers.
Chief Executive Officer John Sisay said Cariappa’s experience in financial management within the mining sector will support the company as it moves from planning to operational execution.
“Vikram’s track record across complex mining operations will be instrumental as we move from staged restart into scaled execution. We are building a long-life, low-capital-intensity copper platform through disciplined capital allocation, and Vikram strengthens our ability to finance and deliver that plan while deepening direct relationships with manufacturers seeking responsibly sourced copper,” Sisay said.
Cariappa brings more than 15 years of senior financial leadership experience in the global mining and metals sector. His background includes strategic finance, operational delivery and risk management, having held acting CFO and senior finance roles at several listed mining companies operating in multiple jurisdictions.
He previously worked at Deloitte, where he served as a partner and led the Mining and Metals Forum in Queensland, Australia.
Commenting on his appointment, Cariappa said the company’s asset base and restart strategy position it well to benefit from growing global demand for copper linked to the energy transition.
“CCC has a rare combination of producing assets, a clear restart pathway and a differentiated commercial model. I look forward to helping the team sharpen financing readiness, strengthen capital discipline and support long-term value creation,” he said.
“The combination of strong assets, a clear ESG commitment and a talented leadership team positions CCC to capture significant growth in the global energy transition supply chain.”
Founded in 2022, Consolidated Copper Corp focuses on restarting key mining operations in Namibia, including the Tschudi, Otjihase and Matchless copper mines. The company is also planning to revive the Berg Aukas mine for lead and zinc production as part of its broader mining portfolio.
