Gustavo Gomes

Gustavo (Gus) Gomes is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the mining and metals industry. Currently serving as CEO of Ambatovy Nickel/Cobalt JV, Gustavo oversees operations in Madagascar, a top producer of high-grade nickel and cobalt. Previously, Gustavo held senior leadership roles at Vale, including Director of Operations/Technical for Global Iron Ore, where responsibilities included oversight of extensive mining operations globally. As Vice President/Chief Operations Officer at ArcelorMittal, Gustavo managed a significant network of iron ore and coal mines. Other notable roles include Group General Manager for MMG Limited's Australasian operations, COO at MPX Energia, and General Manager at BHP Billiton. With an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and a BSc in Engineering/Geology from UERJ, Gustavo combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive operational excellence.