Energy & Utilities

As Saudi Arabia moves to diversify its economy and reduce its reliance on oil revenue, the energy sector is set to remain of paramount importance to future development. The Kingdom is positioning itself to increase its oil exports over the coming decade in a move expected to help the country maintain its role as a reliable and versatile global supplier in an increasingly uncertain market. State-owned energy firm Saudi Aramco is currently working to increase maximum production capacity from 12m barrels per day (bpd) to 13m bpd by 2027.

This chapter contains interviews with Turki Al Shehri, CEO, Engie Saudi Arabia; and Gregory Fayet, CEO, EDF Renewables Saudi Arabia.