Corporate governance
Rio Tinto is committed to high standards of corporate governance for which the directors are accountable to shareholders.
Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited have adopted a common approach to corporate governance and apply the principles contained in Part 1 of the Combined Code on best practice in corporate governance appended to the Listing Rules published by the UK Listing Authority and in the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations. Both companies have voluntarily adopted the recommendations of the US Blue Ribbon Committee in respect of disclosures to shareholders.
The Group continues to monitor developments in the area of corporate governance in its three principal share markets.
Corporate overview
Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited established a dual listed companies structure in December 1995. As a result, the two companies are managed as a single economic unit, even though both companies continue to be separate legal entities with separate share listings and share registrars.
The principal market for Rio Tinto plc shares is the London Stock Exchange. In addition to its primary listing, Rio Tinto plc shares are also traded on Euronext and the New York Stock Exchange as ADRs. Rio Tinto Limited shares are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. Although not listed, Rio Tinto Limited shares are also traded on the London Stock Exchange. The Rio Tinto plc ADR facility is administered by JPMorgan Chase Bank NA.
Board
The board of directors is composed of 14 directors, whose expertise cover a broad range of industries and provide an invaluable perspective on Rio Tinto's business
Reporting
Rio Tinto prepares reports and financial statements to give a true and fair view of our affairs
Corporate policies
Rio Tinto applies the same high standards wherever we operate
Diversity and inclusion policy
Demonstrating our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Constitutional documents
The main documents governing the companies' affairs are the Memorandum and Articles of Rio Tinto plc and the Constitution of Rio Tinto Limited
Risk management
The Group's policies towards risk management are clearly defined and consistently applied
Shareholder communications
Rio Tinto recognises the importance of effective timely communication with shareholders and the wider investment community.
Related links
Financial calendar
29 February 2012
Rio Tinto plc and Rio Tinto Limited Ordinary shares and Rio Tinto plc ADRs quoted "ex-dividend" for 2011 final dividend
Shareholders contacts
Investor relations teams in the UK, Australia and North America








