B2Gold Nominates CFO Mike Cinnamond as CEO, Forecasts 820k–970k Ounces in 2026
B2Gold named CFO Mike Cinnamond as President and CEO effective June 4, 2026, replacing retiring CEO Clive Johnson. The company reported Q4 production of 303,029 ounces with $1.05 billion in gold revenue and projected 2026 output of 820,000–970,000 ounces.
1. Leadership Succession
B2Gold named Senior Vice President of Finance and CFO Mike Cinnamond as its incoming President, CEO and Board director effective June 4, 2026, replacing Clive Johnson upon his retirement at the Annual General Meeting.
2. Q4 Financial and Production Results
In the fourth quarter, B2Gold generated $1.05 billion in gold revenue—up from $500 million year-earlier—while producing 303,029 ounces and reporting adjusted EPS of $0.11 versus consensus of $0.18.
3. 2026 Production Outlook
For fiscal 2026, management projects total gold production of 820,000 to 970,000 ounces, leveraging output from its mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines.
4. Company Operations
Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Vancouver, B2Gold operates as a low-cost international gold producer with a diversified portfolio of operating assets and development projects.