TORONTO – Black Iron Inc. (TSX:BKI) says it has retained the services of former CNN host Larry King as a special adviser.

Black Iron president and CEO Matt Simpson King will help augment the international profile of the Toronto-based company.

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“Larry will provide valuable insight into international affairs, but more importantly, he brings an extensive network of relationships both in Ukraine and abroad,” said King in a statement.

“Larry’s connections and experience will help Black Iron on many fronts, including raising the profile of Ukraine and Black Iron’s project as attractive investment opportunities.”

King recently retired from his post with CNN after 25 years as the host of “Larry King Live.”

Black Iron is an iron ore exploration and development company with an 100% interest in a project located in Krivoy Rog, Ukraine.