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Fonterra CEO Steps Down After 25 Years
16 Mar
Summary
- CEO Miles Hurrell resigned after an eight-year tenure.
- Hurrell led a strategic reset for the dairy cooperative.
- A search for a new CEO is underway and expected soon.

Miles Hurrell has announced his resignation as Chief Executive Officer of Fonterra Co-operative Group, concluding a distinguished 25-year career with the company. Hurrell, who assumed the CEO position in 2018, will continue in his role for a six-month notice period to ensure a smooth leadership handover.
During his tenure, Hurrell was instrumental in implementing a strategic reset that sharpened Fonterra's focus on its foundational strengths. This included emphasizing New Zealand's renowned pasture-based milk production, advancing sustainability initiatives, and developing higher-value dairy ingredients.
The cooperative's board has commenced a search for Hurrell's successor and anticipates naming a new chief executive in the upcoming months. Prior to leading the company, Hurrell held various senior positions across Fonterra's global operations.




