The Energy Council Honours APAC Energy Excellence at the Asia Pacific Energy Capital Assmebly

Winner: Eni

Eni has consistently shown a relentless focus on unlocking value and pushing boundaries in the upstream sector across challenging geographies. Their astute strategic approach and disciplined execution in the APAC basin are genuinely commendable, delivering results where it matters

Shorlist:

• Eni
• TotalEnergies
• Prime Energy

Winner: Tangguh LNG by BP

When it comes to large-scale, complex projects that deliver vital LNG energy, Tangguh LNG stands as a towering testament to world-class delivery and operational resilience. BP’s stewardship of this cornerstone asset, crucial for regional energy supply, is absolutely outstanding.

Shorlist:

• BP – Tangguh
• Cedar LNG
• INPEX – Abadi LNG

Winner: TotalEnergies for Acquisition of SapuraOMV

This was a bold, decisive move by TotalEnergies, signalling clear intent to significantly enhance their footprint and expand their integrated portfolio in a key growth region for oil and gas. A cracking bit of business that speaks volumes about strategic foresight in a competitive M&A landscape

Shorlist:

• TotalEnergies acquisition of Sapura OMV
• Seascape farm-out deal of Block 2A exploration PSC to INPEX
• TotalEnergies sale of Brunei asset to Hibiscus

Winner: Seascape Energy Asia

Always exhilarating to see fresh blood making significant ripples. Seascape Energy Asia has quickly distinguished itself with dynamism and innovative thinking, proving that agility can unlock impressive opportunities in Asia’s evolving energy sector. Clearly one to watch closely.

Shorlist:

• Seascape
• Hibiscus
• Prime Energy

Winner: Santos

Santos has truly embraced the cutting edge, leveraging advanced energy technology not just for efficiency but as a fundamental driver for sustainable growth and operational excellence across their assets. Top marks for their proactive, forward-thinking approach to technological integration in the APAC energy market.

Shorlist:

• GTT
• PETRONAS
• Santos

Winner: ENGIE

The energy transition is paramount, and ENGIE is undeniably at the forefront, developing and deploying innovative solutions crucial for a lower-carbon future right here in APAC. They’re precisely what’s needed to accelerate the region’s energy evolution.

Shorlist:

• ENGIE
• PETRONAS
• ExxonMobil

Winner: Murphy Oil

Exploration remains the very heartbeat of our industry, and Murphy Oil has once again proven their exceptional prowess in identifying and prudently unlocking new, commercially viable resources in a challenging environment. Solid, impactful work that sustains future oil and gas supply.

Shorlist:

• Murphy Oil
• Mubadala Petroleum
• Eni

Winner: Roberto Lorato, CEO, MedcoEnergi

Roberto Lorato is, without question, a true titan of the industry in Southeast Asia. His leadership at MedcoEnergi is consistently defined by a sharp strategic vision, a deep understanding of the regional energy landscape, and a remarkable ability to steer through complex challenges. Absolutely first-class.

Shorlist:

• Ken Pereira – Hibiscus
• Roberto Lorato – MedcoEnergi
• Varun Gujral – ENGIE

Winner: Meg O’Neill, CEO, Woodside Energy

Meg O’Neill is an incredibly inspiring leader, deftly steering Woodside Energy with clarity, strategic resolve, and a clear vision through a period of significant industry transformation. Her impact on the global and regional energy scene is undeniable, and she is a tremendous role model for the next generation.

Shorlist:

• Meg O’Neill – Woodside
• Linda Cook – Harbour Energy
• Kanita Sartwattayu – PTTEP