MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) has appointed Tony Van Burgsteden as chief financial officer, effective immediately. The announcement comes as the company accelerates efforts toward commercial evaluation of its Saskatchewan Natural Hydrogen platform. Van Burgsteden, a current board member and former CFO of Orano Canada, succeeds Ryan Cheung, who has served as CFO since June 2025.
The appointment reflects MAX Power's commitment to strengthening its financial leadership during a pivotal phase. The company's Lawson Discovery near Central Butte, Saskatchewan, represents Canada's first validated subsurface Natural Hydrogen system, confirmed through deep drilling and verified by three independent laboratories. MAX Power has built a dominant district-scale land position across Saskatchewan with approximately 1.3 million acres (521,000 hectares) of permits and an additional 5.7 million acres under application, covering prime exploration ground for large-volume accumulations of Natural Hydrogen.
Natural Hydrogen is gaining attention as a potential clean energy source, and MAX Power is positioning itself at the forefront of this emerging sector. The company also holds a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals, including the 100%-owned Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona, where a diamond drilling discovery was made in 2024.
Van Burgsteden's experience in the mining and energy sectors, particularly his tenure at Orano Canada, is expected to bolster the company's financial strategy as it moves toward commercial evaluation. The full press release can be accessed at https://ibn.fm/9jvsq.
MAX Power is committed to responsible exploration and development practices that prioritize environmental stewardship, meaningful community engagement, and strong corporate governance. The company's focus on Natural Hydrogen and critical minerals aligns with the global shift toward decarbonization. For more information, visit the company's newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MAXXF.
