US Critical Metals Corp. (CSE: USCM) (OTCQB: USCMF) (FSE: 0IU) announced the appointment of James Hocking to its board of directors, effective immediately.

Hocking brings over 20 years of experience in the global resources sector, having held senior positions in equity capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial development. He spent eight years combined at BHP and South32, where he led commercial initiatives for major mining and infrastructure operations.

Hocking founded and led a technology startup focused on equity capital markets innovation and currently serves as chief executive officer of WestGold Metals Corp.

"James brings a unique blend of commercial execution, operational understanding, capital markets expertise, and entrepreneurial leadership that will be highly valuable as we continue advancing our U.S.-focused critical minerals portfolio," said Darren Collins, chief executive officer of US Critical Metals.

US Critical Metals focuses on mining projects aimed at securing the United States supply of critical metals. The company's portfolio includes four projects: the McDermitt East Lithium Project in Nevada, Clayton Ridge Lithium Property in Nevada, Long Canyon Uranium Property in Idaho, and the Haynes Cobalt Property in Idaho.

The information is based on a company press release.