Guest Review
Special Review (Part Two): 2011 Awards of Excellence Written by Nuala Gallagher, Editor, International Resource Journal (IRJ)
Led by introductory speaker Andy Yakuba, Group Executive Director of E&P at Nigerian National Petroleum Company, and after dinner guest of honour speaker Lord John Browne, Managing Director at Riverstone and former Group CEO of BP, The Oil Council’s 2011 Awards of Excellence offered the industry elite a black-tie occasion to talk business and reflect on an eventful year.
“It’s easy to forget, looking from the inside, the remarkable work that we in the energy industry do,” Lord Browne said, noting that for all of the criticism that oil and gas garners, “some well-deserved,” it is important to remember how integral a role it plays globally.
In an inspiring and candid address, Browne reflected without hesitation on the most damning disasters that have taken place in recent history and openly broached contentious realms such as those surrounding ambiguous public understanding of fraccing practises.
He reminded diners that there is no such thing as risk-free energy and earmarked four drivers for future consideration: To be realistic about the challenges facing everyone; to cultivate external relationships that rival those strong bonds that exist internally within the industry; to handle crisis situations by reacting quickly and comprehensively (not under-reacting) in taking responsibility quickly while asking for as much help as possible; and to further industry-wide cooperation, which will reduce risk more broadly. His words provided a fitting atmosphere for the announcement of the 2011 Awards winners and the raucous applause that ensued.
** EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR = ASHLEY HEPPENSTALL ***
Iain Manson, Head of Energy (EMEA) at Korn Ferry International (right) presents the award to Ashley Heppenstall, President and CEO of Lundin Petroleum (left)
“2011 has been an exceptional year for Lundin Petroleum particularly with regard to our continued exploration success in Norway. It was a great honour for the company and myself personally to be recognised by The Oil Council particularly as these awards were voted upon by people from within our industry”. Ashley Heppenstall, President and CEO of Lundin Petroleum
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::: December 2011 Edition
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