Royal Dutch Shell named Energy Company of the Year

In addition, Shell’s OMEGA Process, a first-of-its kind technology for producing MEG (Mono Ethylene Glycol), was selected as a finalist for “Engineering Project of the Year.”  Robert Patterson, global manager deepwater projects, Bill Rothwell, vice president of innovation and chemicals technology, and Charlie Williams, chief scientist for well engineering and production technology were among Shell representatives present to accept awards at Cipriani Wall Street.

Robert Patterson, Shell global manager deepwater projects said,  “Shell has pioneered several technological firsts required to develop and produce oil and gas in ultra deepwater.  Shell set a world water depth record in drilling and completing a subsea well 9,356 feet (1.77 miles) below the water’s surface in Silvertip field at Perdido Development. 

“I see these awards as recognition of the many hardworking people involved and in remote locations like the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, and off the coast of Africa - without whom our achievements would not have been possible.  As a company, we are glad to be recognized for our efforts toward meeting the global energy challenge.”

Ten judges unanimously selected Royal Dutch Shell as the winner of “Energy Company of the Year,” widely known as one of the highest awards in the oil and gas industry.  The judging process relied on the expertise of an impartial panel of international energy experts, including energy ministers, national regulators, past and present heads of major energy companies, and leading academics and legislators.

“We value and appreciate the significance of these awards,” said Shell chief scientist Charlie Williams. “Shell continually strives for excellence, beyond aiming to help meet the growing world energy demand.  We provide energy solutions in safe and environmentally responsible ways, achieving success through innovation and technology.”