On July 23, 2009, Newmont announced the official start-up of its 100% owned Boddington gold mine.
"For a project of its size and complexity, Boddington represents a signature achievement not just for Newmont, but for our industry as a whole," said Richard O'Brien, President and Chief Executive Officer. "I am especially proud of how our employees from across the globe contributed to the successful delivery of this world-class project. As Newmont continues its safety journey, it is especially pleasing to see this project being an industry leader in safety performance."