Paul QianDirector
Paul Qian is a hardworking individual who holds the esteemed position of Chairman and Founder of the Company. With over 12 years of invaluable experience in minerals sands field, Paul’s expertise spans the entire spectrum of the mineral sands industry, from exploration to mining. His extensive global network of market connections further enhances his stature in the business world. Paul is currently the director of the Company but is in the process of establishing a full Board for EMPL Having resided in Australia for more than three decades, Paul has truly made this vibrant country his home. Throughout his remarkable entrepreneurial journey, which spans over 25 years, Paul has excelled in diverse fields such as finance, property development, publishing, imports and exports, stock and commodity trading, wastewater and soil treatments, oil refineries, capital raising, M&A, and mining, to name just a few. One of Paul’s notable achievements was his instrumental role as the Director and Treasurer of the Australian Mining Association, which successfully organized the prestigious Asia Pacific Resources Conference (APRC) in Brisbane, following the G20 summit in 2014. This event served as a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas and forge meaningful partnerships. In addition to his business prowess, Paul is a member of many professional organizations. He has been a chartered member of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) since 1991, demonstrating his commitment to excellence in his field. Furthermore, Paul is affiliated with the Financial Planning Association (FPA) and the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia (MFAA), showcasing his dedication to staying at the forefront of financial trends and best practices. As an Australian Credit License holder with the Australian Securities & Investment Commission (ASIC), Paul’s expertise in finance is undeniable. He was also a registered tax (financial) adviser with the Australian Tax Practitioners Board and a registered Financial Planner with ASIC. One of Paul’s remarkable qualities is his deep understanding of the nuances between Eastern and Western cultures. This invaluable insight allows him to bridge any cultural gaps and foster effective relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds. His exceptional relationship skills have been key in successfully navigating and leveraging these different perspectives. Paul Qian is an accomplished and respected entrepreneur, possessing a wealth of knowledge and experience in various industries. His impressive track record, extensive network, and commitment to excellence make him a truly remarkable individual in the business world. |
Paul Qian
B. Sc (Chemistry 1987), Justice of Peace(NSW)
Chairman
George Edwards
George holds a Science Degree in Metallurgy from UNSW, Sydney and has been prominent in the minerals and coal industries in Australia and overseas for over 55 years, including having part owned and operated three export coking coal mines in Australia since establishing his own companies over 40 years ago.
Among his many achievements are being President of The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (The AusIMM) in 1995 – they led development of the JORC and VALMIN Codes. George was Chairman of the Energy Council of Australia (from 1993 to 2006) and was Chairman of Standards Australia, which covered all minerals, including mineral sands. He was Chairman of ASX listed SAI Global Limited, an international certification company, from listing in 2003 until 2008. He was awarded the Gold Medal in 2011 by the Mineral Industry Consultants Association (4th awarded since 1982). George is currently Executive Chairman of the Australian Mining Association.
During his Science Degree he did vocational employment on a mineral sand treatment plant at Byron Bay in northern NSW and later was involved on another beach sand project on Stradbroke Island in southern Queensland. He has been very active in coal preparation (was International Chairman of the Coal Preparation Congress from 1973-76) involving use of spirals, shaking tables and magnetic separators as used in mineral sands treatment. George has been active in Bangladesh since 2012, including visiting a few different mineral sands sites and holding multiple discussions with various Government Officials about developing a mineral sands industry in the country.
He has been Chairman and Director of both public and private coal companies, in Australia and overseas.
He runs his own trading and consulting businesses, principally through Edwards Global Services Pty Ltd in Australia, serving the coal, minerals, energy and other industries worldwide. He is a Competent Person to do JORC and VALMIN Code work for coal. He’s had over 100 major clients worldwide and has authored some 150 talks, articles and presentations in Australia and in 14 countries overseas.
George Edwards
B Sc (Tech), C Eng, FAICD, FAusIMM (CP), MAIMVA (CMV), FIE (UK), FAIE
Vice Chairman
Bruce Fulton
Bruce is a mining executive with over 30 years’ experience internationally, in a range of commodities including (but not limited to) base and precious metals, mineral sands, diamonds, coal and oil and gas. Bruce qualified as a geoscientist and now operates as a company director providing leadership and strategic direction to a range of resource groups, globally.
His passion is the mentoring of young STEM professionals as they begin their journeys’, within the global resources industry. He has strong relationships with the School of Minerals & Energy Resources Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, Australia, where he is currently a Member of their Mining Industry Advisory Committee.
Bruce graduated from the University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand with degrees in Earth Science and was subsequently awarded a Master of Business Administration from Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia.
He is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy; and a member of the Society of Economic Geologists; the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy & Petroleum and The Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Bruce Fulton
M.Sc, MBA (Deakin), FAusIMM
Non-Executive Director
Delwar H. Titu
Delwar H. Titu is a very successful entrepreneurial businessman; his over 28 years’ business experiences in home and abroad are spread over stock broking, asset management, IT, manufacturing, mineral resources exploration & miming.
Apart from business, Delwar is actively involved with prime business associations and chamber of commences in the country. He is a founding Director of the Bangladesh Economic Zone Investors’ Association (BEZIA) and a Member of Investment & Trade Promotion Committee (2022-2023) of the Foreign Investor’s Chamber of Commerce & Industries (FICCI).
Delwar holds a Bachelor Degree of Commerce and MBA in Finance. He completed a two-year Diploma of Financial Planning from the Monarch Institute, Australia.