Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation PLC has appointed Jose Francisco Martins de Viveiros as the Chief Executive Officer of ENRC in Brazil, effective immediately. Jose joins ENRC from ArcelorMittal Mineracao Serra Azul SA, where he served as CEO. In his new position Jose will supervise the development of ENRC’s iron ore assets in Brazil and will lead a 175 strong team of employees based in Salvador, Belo Horizonte, Caetite, Aritagua and Salinas. Having spent over 35 years in the mining and metallurgical industry, Martins is a highly skilled and experienced mining executive.