MONTRÉAL, Oct 14 –– Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. (“NMG” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NMG, TSX: NOU, FSE: NM9A) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lapo Pistelli to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
Mr. Pistelli joins NMG’s Board at a pivotal time for the Company, with construction underway at the Matawinie Mine and work advancing toward a targeted Final Investment Decision in the coming months for its 13ktpy Bécancour Battery Material Plant.
“I am delighted to welcome Mr. Pistelli to NMG’s Board of Directors,” said Daniel Buron, Chair of NMG’s Board of Directors. “His experience navigating complex geopolitical environments and fostering strategic partnerships across global markets will be a valuable addition to our Board as NMG pursues the execution of its vertically integrated business model.”
With this appointment, Eni S.p.A. (“Eni”) is exercising the Board nomination right it acquired when it became a strategic shareholder of the Company through its participation in the financing package announced earlier this year for the Matawinie Mine. The appointment also reflects the strengthening relationship between NMG and Eni. As a global energy leader, Eni brings industrial expertise, international reach, and a shared commitment to supporting the energy transition and the development of resilient and sustainable supply chains.
“Mr. Pistelli’s appointment further enhances the depth and diversity of expertise represented on our Board,” said Eric Desaulniers, NMG Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer. “His understanding of global energy markets, international partnerships, and strategic development aligns with our objective of developing one of the first fully integrated natural graphite production platforms in the G7. This appointment is another tangible example of our strong relationship with Eni, and we look forward to continuing to deepen our collaboration as NMG advances its strategic priorities and long-term vision.”
“I am pleased to join NMG’s Board of Directors at such an important stage in the Company’s development, ” said Lapo Pistelli. “NMG has established itself as a leader in the North American graphite value chain through its integrated strategy, high-quality assets, and disciplined approach to development. I look forward to collaborating with my fellow directors and the management team to support the Company’s continued growth and long-term success.”
Lapo Pistelli’s Biography
Born in Florence in 1964, Lapo Pistelli was appointed Director Energy Transition Minerals Solutions at Eni on October 12, 2026.
Graduating with honours in International Law from the “Cesare Alfieri” Faculty of Political Science at the University of Florence in 1988, he started working at a research centre, while serving two mandates in the local administration of Florence.
Mr. Pistelli was a member of the Italian Parliament from 1996 to 2015 (1996-2004 and 2008-2015), and a member of the European Parliament from 2004 to 2008. In addition, he served as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Italy from 2013 to 2015. He resigned from all his institutional and political roles in July 2015, when he joined Eni. From July 2020 and October 2026, Mr. Pistelli held the position of Director of Public Affairs at Eni.
In addition, he has taught and lectured at the University of Florence, the Overseas Studies Program at Stanford University and many other international academic institutions. He regularly contributed to many European and American think tanks and research centres specialized in international relations. Mr. Pistelli is a member of the Board of the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) and of the Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI), and member of the WE – World of Energy editorial committee. He also collaborates with Limes and Aspenia magazines and is Chairman of OMEC (Observatoire Méditerranéen de l’Énergie et du Climat).
