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Horizon Gold Limited (ASX:HRN)

ALERT: Price-sensitive ASX Announcement for HRN
Current share price for HRN : $1.080 0.175 (19.34%)+
Release
30 Jan 2026 9:32AM
Price at Release
$0.905
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Summary
Horizon Gold Limited announced the appointment of Scott Williamson as the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, with his role commencing on 2 February 2026. Williamson brings over 20 years of expertise in mining engineering and corporate roles, previously holding positions at Blackstone Minerals Limited, Resolute Mining Limited, and others. Leigh Ryan will move from his position as Managing Director to become the General Manager – Exploration, allowing him to focus on the development of Horizon Gold's projects, particularly the Gum Creek Gold Project. Peter Sullivan will transition from Executive Chairman to Non-executive Chairman. Williamson's executive services agreement includes a salary of $300,000 plus superannuation and a long-term incentive plan involving the issuance of 3,500,000 Performance Rights. The company is focused on advancing the Gum Creek Gold Project, which has a robust mineral resource estimate.
Key Points
  • Scott Williamson appointed as CEO and MD of Horizon Gold Limited effective 2 February 2026.
  • Scott Williamson has over 20 years of experience in mining engineering and corporate roles.
  • Leigh Ryan will transition from Managing Director to General Manager – Exploration.
  • Peter Sullivan will change from Executive Chairman to Non-executive Chairman.
  • Scott Williamson's contract includes a salary of $300,000 plus superannuation.
  • Scott Williamson will receive 3,500,000 Performance Rights as a long-term incentive.
  • Horizon Gold focuses on the Gum Creek Gold Project with a significant mineral resource estimate.
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