An accomplished and strategic professional with a strong background in global energy, low carbon fuels, renewables, and energy transition. Now seeking to use experience in Non-Executive Director and advisory roles. Expertise extends across sustainable aviation fuels, biofuels, e-fuels, downstream oil and gas value chains, offshore wind, power sector, and oil and gas. Has a proven record of accomplishment in leading organisations in the energy transition. A track record of delivery in major project leadership, securing investment, establishing joint ventures and start-ups. Able to integrate commercial, partnership, relationships, technology, and strategy whilst building successful partnerships. Demonstrates exceptional ability in building trusted relationships with Government, partners, and NGOs. Successfully navigated complex dimensions spanning commercial, finance, projects, dispute resolution and environmental aspects. Notably led on technology innovation and transfer to deployment. Has a history of achieving successful financing with industry, financial, and government partners. Proven experience in board roles and advisory positions in low carbon related start-ups & joint ventures. Capabilities:Strategic Vision | People Development | Corporate Growth | International Expertise | Commercial and Financial Acumen | Risk Management | Corporate Governance | Change and Transformation | Technology and Innovation | M&A | Start-ups & Joint Ventures | Chair of the Board & Board of Directors | Government and NGO Relationships | Senior Stakeholder Management.Recent Achievements:- Board Advisory, Executive Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement- Organisational Leadership, People management and Coaching- Strategic Development, Change Management and Global Expertise- Corporate Governance and Risk Management
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Non Executive Director | Advisor | ConsultantIndependent Aug 2024 - PresentUnited Kingdom
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Member Board Of DirectorsLanzajet Mar 2021 - Mar 2024Chicago, Illinois, United States -
ChairVarennes Carbon Recycling 2021 - Mar 2024Montreal, Quebec, CanadaChair of a startup delivering an under-construction C$1300mln advanced biofuels project in Quebec with 80MW hydrogen electrolyser. Led refinancing including C$300mln loan facility from Canada Infrastructure Bank, C$117mln Clean Fuels Fund award and equity and loan facilities from Investment Quebec. Managed dispute resolution of 20year hydrogen contract against Hydro Quebec. Led Shell’s initial JV investment including Ministerial level engagement with Quebec Government.
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Global Leader | Low Carbon FuelsShell 2021 - Mar 2024London, England, United KingdomLead Executive for a portfolio of large scale low carbon biofuels project developments including: - Power to liquids in EU & Middle East, - Ethanol to Jet in US Gulf Coast, - Advanced ethanol in India, - Municipal Waste to fuels in EU & US,- Biomass to fuels in the US & EU.Managed multiple external stakeholders including non-operated ventures with partners.Raised €120mln EU Innovation funding across two projects in Norway and Sweden. -
Project Executive - Low Carbon FuelsShell - Rotterdam Hefa 2018 - 2021Lead Executive on Shell's $1.5bln HEFA biofuels facility with successful investment decision. A complex integrated refinery based project with integrated hydrogen manufacturing and CCS connection. Delivered a closely integrated value chain with trading and marketiing of sustainable aviation fuels. Directed a team of ~300 Shell and Worley professionals.
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Global Project Lead - Advanced BiofuelsShell 2016 - 2018Managed a global portfolio of early phase low carbon fuels projects and programs spanning US to India, working with Shell and industrial partners in Joint Venture start-ups. Sponsor of New Fuels project and technology expenditure in excess of $100mln per annum. -
Project Executive - Renewable Natural Gas, Oregon UsShell Biomethane 2015 - 2016Lead Executive on Shell’s $100mln Renewable Natural Gas facility in Oregon with successful investment decision. Integrated marketing and regulatory compliance approach implemented with Shell Energy North America.
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Global Lead - Advanced BiofuelsShell - Alternative Energies 2013 - 2015London, United Kingdom (From July 2013 Onwards)Global portfolio of early stage advanced biofuels and technology projects and programs. Managed partnerships with start-ups and development companies to accelerate progress. Accountable for annual R&D and project expenditure >$50mln. -
Venture Manager - Shell SecondeeIogen Jan 2009 - Dec 2012Ottawa, Canada AreaPackaged technology and project engineering for advanced ethanol production for deployment by the Raizen (Shell JV) in Brazil. Now recognized as the leading 2nd generation ethanol technology. Lead Executive on Shell’s C$500mln next generation biofuel project. Secured C$200mln funding from the NextGen Biofuels fund. Developed strong technology and business partnership with Iogen Energy, a Canadian start-up and partner. -
Project DirectorLondon Array Limited Jan 2007 - Dec 2008London, United KingdomAs Project Director, responsible to a JV Board (comprising DONG, EOn and Shell) for delivering the groundbreaking $3bn London Array offshore wind project. Established and negotiated the commercial framework for the JV. Delivered first of a kind offshore permits and after an inquiry, onshore permit. Recruited and led a multi disciplinary team through the development phase. Led discussions with government which resulted in new legislation. Built working partnerships with stakeholders including RSPB, Greenpeace, English Nature and the Port of London. The first phase of London Array is now fully commissioned
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Vice President And Senior ManagerShell Windenergy Uk Jun 2003 - Dec 2007London, United KingdomAccountable for Shell's UK wind project developments, involving joint venture and M&A projects. Director of Shell WindEnergy, London Array and Blyth Offshore Wind.
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Board Member - Offshore WindBritish Wind Energy Association Jun 2005 - Jun 2007Elected as a Board Member to the British Wind Energy (trade) Association. Specific responsible for the portfolio of offshore wind issues. Pivotal in restucturing the offshore wind team into an effective and respected resource for the industry
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Head Of RenewablesBritish Energy Mar 2001 - Jun 2003Glasgow, United KingdomAccountable for managing British Energy's market entry into renewable energy. Built a development portfolio of offshore and onshore wind projects. Director of Offshore Wind Power, the orginial proponent of the now operational $200mln Inner Dowsing Offshore wind project. -
Senior Manager, Business DevelopmentBritish Energy Jun 1996 - Mar 2001Edinburgh, United KingdomA number of senior roles including: - Responsible for the successful acquisition of the GBP180mln Swalec Supply business and post acquisition integration. - Deal team member on several proposed multi-bln energy utility acquisitions. - Managed the +GBP500mln trading desk - Developed and managed structured trading JVs with supply alliance partners
Andrew Murfin Education Details
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Electromenchanical Engineering
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