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Synlait CEO quits

The revolving door at the troubled milk processor spits out chief executive Richard Wyeth after just a year in office.

Outgoing Synlait CEO Richard Wyeth.

NBR Staff Thu, 14 May 2026
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Synlait chief executive Richard Wyeth has resigned and will be replaced by acting CEO Leon Fung with immediate effect.

The move was announced in a brief statement to the NZX, giving no reason for Wyeth’s decision. Synlait said Wyeth would stay with the company until June 30 to support an orderly

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NBR Staff Thu, 14 May 2026
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