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MENACW 2023 Highlights Future Minerals Forum’s Crucial Role in Shaping Sustainable Mineral Value Chains for the Clean Energy Transition

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Middle East and North Africa Climate Week (MENACW) 2023, hosted in Riyadh, underscored the pivotal role of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in shaping the future of minerals.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Middle East and North Africa Climate Week (MENACW) 2023, hosted in Riyadh, underscored the pivotal role of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in shaping the future of minerals.
  • “Minerals represent a crucial pillar in powering numerous industries and projects,” said Abdulrahman Al Belushi.
  • Thamer Aldaajani stressed the pivotal role of research in comprehending the economic and environmental impact of mineral resources and enhancing their value chains.
  • Ali Al-Mutairi outlined FMF's mission, stating, “FMF aims to shape the future of minerals in the context of the energy transition through multi-stakeholder dialogue and collaboration.

Seraphim Capital Appoints Candace Johnson as New Venture Partner and Chair of Advisory Board

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Monday, March 4, 2019

LONDON, March4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The world's leading space-dedicated venture firm Seraphim Capital has today announced that serial space entrepreneur Candace Johnson will join as partner.

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  • LONDON, March4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The world's leading space-dedicated venture firm Seraphim Capital has today announced that serial space entrepreneur Candace Johnson will join as partner.
  • Ms. Johnson serves and has served on the boards of a number of emerging space leaders including NorthStar Earth and Space and Kacific.
  • In her role as Chair of the Seraphim Space Global Advisory Board Ms. Johnson will preside over the committee including corporate backers from the industry including Airbus, Telespazio and SES along with representatives from European Space Agency and the Satellite Applications Catapult.
  • She has been a member of the International Advisory Boards of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Sabanci University (Istanbul) and KACST International Innovation and Entrepreneurial Advisory Board (Riyadh).