Lithium Expert

David Petitjean

david.petitjean@riotinto.com

With more than two decades in the energy sector, David has been involved in Rio Tinto's lithium and battery materials group since he started here. While on the marketing side, he was responsible for lithium strategy including:

• Partner identification
• Customer support and management
• Commercial lead for key lithium projects

He has also been key in the development of Rio Tinto's marketing strategy in the battery materials sector which includes lithium, nickel, and recycling. He has a master of science degree in chemistry - process engineering from CPE Lyon.

David is fluent in both English and French.