Rio Tinto announces new appointments to its diamonds sales and marketing team

Antwerp, January 29, 2010 - Rio Tinto, one of the world's leading diamond companies, today announced a reorganisation of its Antwerp based sales and marketing team.

Integral to this reorganisation is the appointment of Clark McEwen to the position of Marketing Manager, reporting to Jean-Marc Lieberherr, Rio Tinto Diamonds General Manager, Sales and Marketing. Clark will be based in Antwerp, effective March 1. Clark brings a wealth of international experience to this role, with a strong knowledge of the entire diamond pipeline, and proven trading, manufacturing, branding and retail skills gained from over 25 years in the diamond industry.

Commenting on the appointment of Clark McEwen, Jean-Marc Lieberherr said, "We are delighted with the appointment of Clark and his experience will be invaluable in continuing to build on the success of the business and drive a competitive advantage for our Select Diamantaires."

Clark will take over as Marketing Manager from Patrick Coppens who will take up the position of Sales Manager, heading the customer account management team, effective February 1. Patrick's career with Rio Tinto spans 25 years in a range of sales and marketing positions for both the rough and polished diamond businesses.

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