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R. Blair Thomas

Chairman +

R. Blair Thomas

Chairman

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Blair was appointed as Non-Executive Chairman of the company pursuant to the relationship agreement with EIG (described on page 103 of our Annual Report and Accounts for 2022). Blair has more than 30 years’ experience in the investment management business, with a focus on energy and energy-related infrastructure, and was previously a member of the Board of Directors of Chrysaor Holdings Ltd. The Board believes that Blair’s industry experience and knowledge of Harbour warrants his position as Chairman and his leadership is of significant benefit to the company and shareholders as a whole.

External appointments with public companies: None

Committee membership: Nomination (Chair)

Linda Z. Cook

Chief Executive Officer +

Linda Z. Cook

Chief Executive Officer

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Linda has significant experience in building and managing large-scale, global energy businesses at both Royal Dutch Shell where she worked for almost 30 years and subsequently in private equity at EIG. She has a track record of successful strategic execution and growth including through M&A, major project delivery, and raising capital. Her experience in international oil and gas and in disciplined capital allocation within the sector is invaluable for Harbour as the company embarks on an ambitious programme of investment across the portfolio. Also important are Linda's many years of experience serving as a CEO and as a director, in both executive and non-executive capacities on the boards of large, publicly listed companies.

External appointments with public companies:

  • BNY Mellon, Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Human Resources and Compensation Committee

Committee membership: n/a

Alexander Krane

Chief Financial Officer +

Alexander Krane

Chief Financial Officer

Appointed 15 April 2021

Skills and experience: Having spent a large portion of his career as CFO of Aker BP, including during the merger of Det Norske Oljeselskap and BP Norge, Alexander has experience leading a large finance function through an integration process. His listed company experience and understanding of debt and equity capital markets are invaluable in ensuring that the company has the balance sheet strength to be able to deliver its growth and investment plans through the commodity price cycle.

External appointments with public companies: None

Committee membership: n/a

Simon Henry

Snr Independent Non-Exec Director +

Simon Henry

Snr Independent Non-Exec Director

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Simon's position as Senior Independent Director is vital for the Board in ensuring that the highest standards of corporate governance are maintained. He plays a pivotal role in managing the relationship with the company's major shareholder, EIG, and ensuring the company is able to operate independently and in accordance with its obligations as a listed company. In addition, Simon brings significant experience in both the oil and gas sector and public markets having spent his entire career working with large-scale companies including as CFO for Royal Dutch Shell plc for many years.

External appointments with public companies:

  • Rio Tinto plc, Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee

Committee membership: Audit and Risk; HSES

Margareth Øvrum

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Margareth Øvrum

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointed 1 April 2021

Skills and experience: Margareth worked for Equinor and its predecessor companies from 1982 until January 2021. Latterly, she was Executive Vice President for 17 years with responsibility for global HSE, project development, drilling, procurement, technology and new energy. She has extensive knowledge of international oil and gas operations, major projects, health and safety, sustainability and the role of digital technology in engineering. In particular, she has a passion for safety and the environment which will be of great value to the Board and through her role as Chair of the HSES Committee. She also has considerable governance experience through her non-executive director roles.

External appointments with public companies:

  • FMC Corporation, Non-Executive Director
  • Technip FMC plc, Non-Executive Director
  • Transocean Ltd, Non-Executive Director

Committee membership: HSES (Chair); Audit and Risk

Alan Ferguson

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Alan Ferguson

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Alan brings current and relevant financial experience to the Board and as Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee after an executive career in finance roles, along with a decade of experience leading audit committees of listed companies. Alan has already successfully led the tender process for the Group’s external auditors and his expertise in audit and accounting is vital for the company.

External appointments with public companies:

  • AngloGold Ashanti Limited, Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit Committee

Committee membership: Audit and Risk (Chair); Remuneration

Andy Hopwood

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Andy Hopwood

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Andy has over 40 years’ experience in the global oil and gas industry gained during his long association with BP. He brings a strong understanding of the technical, operational and commercial issues associated with developing and managing large-scale, complex energy assets around the world, from exploration through to decommissioning, including in the areas of safety and the environment. Andy’s technical, operational and leadership expertise in the oil and gas sector are invaluable to the Board and its committees in overseeing the existing portfolio and assessing opportunities for investment.

External appointments with public companies: None

Committee membership: Nomination; Remuneration

Board representative to the group staff forum.

Anne L. Stevens

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Anne L. Stevens

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointed 31 March 2021

Skills and experience: Anne has served on remuneration committees, including as Chair, in a number of large organisations in recent years. Anne has significant experience engaging with investors to deliver remuneration outcomes that are of benefit to all stakeholders. In addition to her expertise as a remuneration committee chair, Anne also contributes a wealth of experience built up over a long career in engineering and executive roles in large global companies.

External appointments with public companies:

  • AVEVA Group plc, Non-Executive Director
  • Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc, Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee

Committee membership: Remuneration (Chair); Nomination

Belgacem Chariag

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Belgacem Chariag

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointment 1 May 2023

Skills and experience: Belgacem has extensive experience in the energy, materials and chemicals industries. He has held a variety of leadership positions within oil field services companies, including nine years at Baker Hughes and before that over 20 years at Schlumberger. Most recently Belgacem was Chairman and CEO of Ecovyst Inc, a leading global provider of speciality catalysts, materials, chemicals and services. The Board will benefit from his extensive, global industry expertise, which will enhance its ability to support and oversee the delivery of Harbour's strategy.

External appointments with public companies:

  • Helmerich & Payne Inc, Non-Executive Director

Committee membership: HSES; Nomination

Louise Hough

Independent Non-Executive Director +

Louise Hough

Independent Non-Executive Director

Appointment 1 May 2023

Skills and experience: Louise has a wealth of experience and deep understanding of both the financial and energy markets, having spent 25 years at UBS where she held a variety of roles, including Head of Specialist Sales. More recently, Louise was Head of International Investor Relations for Saudi Aramco, playing a lead role in preparing the company and management for its IPO and first public bond issuances. She was also a member of the Saudi Aramco Sustainability Steering Committee, working extensively on all aspects of ESG reporting. Louise's experience advising investors, boards and executive management teams on capital markets-related activity, sustainability and governance issues will be of great value to the Board and its committees.

External appointments with public companies: None

Committee membership: Audit and Risk; Remuneration

Rachel Rickard

Company Secretary +

Rachel Rickard

Company Secretary

Rachel is a Fellow of the Chartered Governance Institute with more than 20 years’ experience gained across a variety of industries and sectors in FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 listed companies, including three years within the financial services sector.

As Company Secretary, Rachel is responsible for advising the Board, through the Chairman, on all governance matters.

Linda Z. Cook

Chief Executive Officer +

Linda Z. Cook

Chief Executive Officer

Linda has extensive experience in the global oil and gas industry gained over a more than 40-year career in which she has held senior roles in management, exploration, production, operations and engineering.

Before becoming CEO of Harbour Energy in 2021, Linda was Chairman of the Board of Chrysaor Holdings Ltd, one of Harbour's heritage companies, and a member of the Investment and Executive Committees of EIG, positions she held since 2014.

Prior to that Linda had a 29-year career at Royal Dutch Shell, where she was a member of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee. During her career with Shell, she held positions including CEO of Shell Gas and Power (London); CEO of Shell Canada Limited (Calgary); and Executive Vice President Strategy and Finance for Global Exploration and Production (The Hague).

Linda also has extensive corporate governance experience having served on the boards of Royal Dutch Shell, Boeing, Cargill, Marathon Oil and KBR Inc. Today, she serves as a non-executive director on the board of Bank of New York Mellon.

Alexander Krane

Chief Financial Officer +

Alexander Krane

Chief Financial Officer

Alexander has over 20 years of experience in senior accounting, controlling and executive roles in the energy industry.

Prior to joining Harbour in 2021, Alexander was Investment Director at Aker ASA where he was responsible for all oil and gas investments.

Before that, Alexander was CFO of Aker BP/Det Norske Oljeselskap, where he was responsible for all financial functions, strategy and M&A.

Alexander started his career with KPMG, and he is a State Authorised Public Accountant in Norway.

Scott Barr

EVP North Sea +

Scott Barr

EVP North Sea

Scott has over 25 years of industry experience including 10 years running operations at a senior level.

He has both practical and hands on knowledge having started his oil and gas career as a mechanical specialist with Conoco, one of Harbour’s legacy companies. He has since progressed and developed his skills with increasing levels of seniority in various operations and maintenance management positions including assignments in the UK, Dubai and Indonesia, working both on and offshore.

Scott is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Institute of Engineering and Technology and a member of the Boards of OEUK and the UK Oil and Gas Chaplaincy Trust.

Philip Whittaker

EVP Global Services +

Philip Whittaker

EVP Global Services

Philip has 30 years of experience in exploration and production in both industry and advisory roles.

Prior to joining Harbour, Philip was a partner and director at Boston Consulting Group, where he co-led the firm's upstream oil and gas activity globally. At BCG he gained extensive experience in strategy, performance improvement and transaction-related activity with leading majors, independents and oilfield service companies. Philip began his career as a drilling engineer at Shell, where he managed front-line operations in the Netherlands, Peru and Oman.

Howard Landes

General Counsel/Legal +

Howard Landes

General Counsel/Legal

Prior to joining Harbour, Howard was General Counsel at Chrysaor, one of Harbour's heritage companies.

His previous experience includes more than 10 years at BG Group where he led a team of lawyers responsible for the group’s corporate and M&A matters globally.

Howard trained and qualified at the international law firm, Clifford Chance.

Steve Cox

EVP South East Asia +

Steve Cox

EVP South East Asia

Steve has over 25 years' experience in the oil and gas industry. Prior to joining Harbour, Steve was EVP Non-Operated Ventures at Chrysaor, one of Harbour's heritage companies, where he was responsible for non-operated assets.

His industry experience includes stints at BG and Shell, where he gained extensive experience in safety, project and asset management, operational and functional performance, and partner engagement.

Gill Riggs

Chief Human Resources Officer +

Gill Riggs

Chief Human Resources Officer

Gill has extensive experience of managing human resources in the energy industry, including many international postings.

Prior to joining Harbour, Gill was the Vice President Human Resources, for Chevron's global upstream business in the US. During her 20-year career with Chevron, Gill took on increasing responsibility in human resources including Regional HR Manager, Middle East, and East Africa (UAE), Regional HR Manager, Africa and Middle East (South Africa), General Manager HR, gas and midstream (US), and General Manager HR, upstream Asia Pacific (Singapore).

Andrew Osborne

Special Projects +

Andrew Osborne

Special Projects

Prior to joining Harbour, Andrew was Chief Financial Officer at Chrysaor, one of Harbour's heritage companies.

Andrew has worked in upstream oil and gas for over 10 years and has over 20 years' capital markets experience in investment banking, latterly as a managing director responsible for Merrill Lynch’s natural resources equity capital markets and broking business, where he built up extensive knowledge and experience of energy M&A, debt and equity capital markets.

He has worked on a significant number of oil and gas transactions for both public and private companies, as well as acting as an advisor to most independent members of the UK exploration and production sector.

Gustavo Baquero

EVP Strategy, Business Development & Energy Transition +

Gustavo Baquero

EVP Strategy, Business Development & Energy Transition

Gustavo is an energy professional with almost 25 years of international experience, having worked in Norway, Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia, Italy, Spain, and the UK.

Before joining Harbour Energy, Gustavo was the Senior Vice President of Exploration and Production International at Equinor.

During his career, Gustavo has also held various senior business development roles as well as multiple roles as a process engineer, trader, commercial manager, operations field management and partner operations director at ExxonMobil, Repsol and BP.

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