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

Published 10th June 2025

APAC25 - Male Leader of the Year

SINGAPORE – June 10, 2025 – The Energy Council, a leading global platform for energy sector collaboration and innovation, is proud to announce the distinguished winners of the APAC Energy Awards. This landmark event recognised companies and leaders who are driving the Asia Pacific energy sector forward amidst global transitions and regional demands.

With 10 categories, these awards highlight the resilience, innovation, and strategic foresight crucial for navigating the complex energy landscape of the APAC region. They underscore the Energy Council's commitment to showcasing best practices and fostering dialogue among key stakeholders.

Celebrating Regional Energy Leaders: The 2025 APAC Award Laureates

The Energy Council proudly present the winners of the 2025 APAC Energy Awards, showcasing exemplary achievements across vital energy categories:

NOC Partnership Excellence Award

Winner: PETRONAS

In a region where collaboration is king, PETRONAS continues to set the gold standard. Their strategic partnerships are not just about business; they're about fostering a robust and integrated energy ecosystem across Asia Pacific. A truly deserving winner for their consistent collaborative spirit and operational acumen.

Shortlist:

• PETRONAS
• PTTEP
• TIMOR GAP

Upstream Company of the Year

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
LNG Project of the Year

APAC25 - LNG Project of the Year

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
Deal of the Year

APAC25 - Deal of the Year

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
Rising Star Award

APAC25 - Rising Star of the Year

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
Energy Technology Company of the Year

APAC25 - Energy Technology Company of the Year

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
Energy Transition Pioneer Award

APAC25 - Energy Transition Pioneer Award

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
Explorer of the Year

APAC25 - Explorer of the Year

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
Male Leader of the Year

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APAC25 - Male Leader of the Year

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
Female Leader of the Year

Meg O'Neill

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

The Energy Council's Vision: Driving APAC Energy Forward

This impressive list of winners, drawn from a diverse set of companies and individuals, paints a vivid picture of the Asia Pacific energy sector. It highlights a region committed to both robust energy security and the accelerating energy transition, driven by strategic partnerships, cutting-edge energy technology, and exceptional leadership. The inaugural APAC Awards underscore The Energy Council's deep understanding of the critical balance being struck between traditional energy production and the urgent push towards cleaner solutions across this vital global region.

The Energy Council's Vision: Driving APAC Energy Forward

The Energy Council is a premier global platform fostering dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among energy leaders, policymakers, and innovators. Reinforcing its mission to shape the future of the global energy sector, The Energy Council provides unparalleled networking opportunities and cutting-edge insights for the entire energy community, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and strategic growth.

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