 Western Magnesium Corporation has announced the appointment of Colonel retired Michael Rutkowski to serve as its executive vice-president for Enterprise Business and Defense as the company answers the critical demand for eco-friendly magnesium metal produced in the United States. Colonel Rutkowski recently retired after 29 years of service in the United States Army as a highly decorated UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter pilot, and an acquisition and contracting expert for the US Department of Defense DoD and the company noted that he brings a wealth of government and private sector experience in his new role for Western Magnesium. 