10 questions with Fortescue's Elizabeth Gaines
Elizabeth Gaines will soon mark her first year as chief executive of Fortescue Metals Group. Here she answers our questions.
Elizabeth Gaines will soon mark her first year as chief executive of Fortescue Metals Group. Here she answers our questions.
As Fortescue strives to produce higher-grade iron ore and reduce price penalties, chief executive Elizabeth Gaines has her sights set on pushing the mining company beyond its heartland.
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