A GLOBAL BENCHMARK OF EXCELLENCE
Our Annual Awards of Excellence represents a global benchmark of excellence for those working across the upstream industry. Recognising and honouring the individuals and companies who have been at the forefront of first-class deals, value creation, innovation, or exceptional financial and operating performance.
The Awards of Excellence also celebrates the executives who continue to change the face of the oil & gas industry, demonstrating outstanding leadership and performance.
CHECK OUT WHO MADE IT TO 2025 AWARDS FINALISTS
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2025 Lifetime Achievement Winner
Managing Director & Co-Head, Carlyle International Energy Partners
Bob’s career is defined by strategic insight, integrity, and value creation across the global energy value chain. His leadership has left a lasting mark, and this December, the community will come together to celebrate his accomplishments.
2025 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
FINALISTS

Bob Maguire
Managing Director & Co-Head
Carlyle International Energy Partner
Renowned for disciplined dealmaking and a career spent creating long-term value across the global energy value chain.

Bob Dudley
Former CEO, BP
& Chair, OGCI
Guided BP through defining challenges and set a pragmatic standard for transition investment at a pivotal moment in the industry.

Gordon Birrell
EVP production & operations
BP
Recognised for operational excellence and safety leadership, now driving BP’s 2025 “growing the upstream” strategy.
2025 Awards Judges
2024 Award Winners
Large-Cap of the Year
Sponsored by Addleshaw Goddard
Mid-Cap of the Year
Presented by the Energy Council
Small-Cap of the Year
Presented by Strand Hanson
NOC of the Year
Sponsored by Kongsberg Digital
Technology Company of the Year
Sponsored by Alvarez & Marsal
Exploration of the Year
Presented by Rystad Energy
Decarbonisation Project of the Year
Presented by BCG
Deal of the Year
Sponsored by Houlihan Lokey
Executive of the Year
UFOMA IMMANUEL, CEO, Chappal Energies
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