The board of Direct Nickel Limited (ASX: DIR and "DNi" or the "Company") advise that with the growing internationalisation of the company, London based Andrew Vickerman has accepted an invitation to become Chairman of the board. Vincent Sweeney who has held the position since October 2011 will remain on the board as a non-executive director.

"We are delighted that Andrew has accepted the Chairman's role. Securing someone of his calibre, profile and experience within the resources sector gives us an added boost as we enter into the exciting stage of bringing our first commercial plant to fruition in Indonesia", Mr Sweeney said.

See the full press release below.

DNI Press Release_Chairman Appt 13 August (PDF)

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