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Leadership & People - HBA Future Energy

Leadership & People

Industry Veterans Leading the Energy Transition

Our leadership team brings together over 200 years of combined experience in offshore energy, with proven track records of transforming companies and delivering complex projects across the globe.

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

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Hassan Basma

Founder & CEO

Mr. Hassan Basma brings over 42 years of unparalleled experience in the energy and offshore sectors, establishing himself as one of the industry's most respected leaders. As the visionary founder of HBA Future Energy, he has positioned the company at the forefront of the global energy transition.

Hassan's most notable achievement was transforming Bumi Armada from a Malaysian offshore support vessel company into a global top-5 FPSO player during his tenure as CEO from 2005-2014. Under his leadership, Bumi Armada completed one of the year's most successful IPOs and expanded from 10 vessels to over 50 vessels and 8 FPSOs.

His expertise in corporate turnarounds, strategic growth, and assembling winning teams has been instrumental in establishing HBA as a pioneer in floating renewable energy solutions.

Key Credentials & Achievements

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Education Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Civil Engineering - University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST)
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Bumi Armada Transformation (2005-2014) Led successful IPO and grew company from 10 to 50+ vessels and 8 FPSOs, achieving global top-5 FPSO contractor status
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Previous Leadership Roles Senior positions at Kvaerner and SBM Offshore, building deep expertise in offshore operations
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Core Expertise Corporate turnarounds, strategic growth, team building, contract negotiations, and conflict resolution
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Industry Recognition Recognized as an industry veteran with proven track record in Petroleum, Gas, Pipelines, and Management

Senior Management Team

A world-class team of experts driving innovation and operational excellence across all divisions

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T Sutharshanom

Chief Financial Officer

Over 25 years of experience providing business and financial services to companies across Singapore, Australia, India, Norway, and the UK. Expert in financial strategy, corporate governance, and international business development.

Ex-Deloitte Bergen Group International Finance
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TP Rajan

VP, Contracts & Supply Chain

28+ years of global industry experience in energy and oil & gas with expertise in contracts management for offshore and onshore facilities development. Proven track record in complex project negotiations.

Ex-Norvacos HESS Contract Management
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William Wong

Head of Corporate Finance & Investment

12+ years experience across Energy, Financial Services, and Private Equity. Former VP of Investment at TAEL Partners, with previous roles at PETRONAS and Kroll (Duff & Phelps) Amsterdam specializing in M&A and valuation.

Imperial College London MBA - VU Amsterdam Ex-Kroll Ex-PETRONAS
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KC Gupta

VP, Projects

40+ years of experience in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, and Sales of process equipment in upstream and downstream oil & gas. Expertise in fixed platforms and floating facilities (FPSO/FSO).

FPSO Expertise Project Management 40+ Years Experience
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Alvin Strang

VP, Operations & Maintenance

40+ years in Oil & Gas industry spanning FPSOs, fixed platforms, oil refineries, and gas terminals. Worked with BP and Amerada Hess in North Sea, with senior roles at Bumi Armada and SBM Offshore.

Ex-BP Ex-Bumi Armada North Sea Experience
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Anil Bhatia

VP, Renewable & Hybrid Energy

34+ years working across India, Europe, and South Asia, providing valuable growth to ABB Group. Vast experience in Product Development, Project Management, Sales, and Business Development across Asia.

Ex-ABB Group Ex-Kroll Ex-TAEL Renewable Expert
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Amit Nautiyal

VP, Marine & Subsea

25+ years experience in Marine & Offshore Operations. Commercially savvy professional managing contracts, Sales & Marketing of Marine Assets across Southeast Asia, West Africa, Latin America, Caspian & GCC Region.

Ex-Petronas Marine Operations Global Experience
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Rohit Chadha

VP, HSEQ

Leading HBA's commitment to zero Lost Time Injuries and maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality across all operations. Instrumental in achieving industry-leading safety performance.

Zero LTI Record ISO Compliance Safety Leadership
200+
Years Combined Experience
125+
Direct Employees
250+
Contractors
60%+
Local Workforce
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SG

Singapore

Global Headquarters

Strategic leadership, technology development, and regional coordination

MY

Malaysia

Regional Office

Offshore operations support and Southeast Asia project management

ID

Indonesia

Country Office

Island renewable projects and floating wind development

KR

South Korea

Project Office

Offshore wind substations and technology partnerships

NG

Nigeria

West Africa Hub

FPSO operations and African market development

MX

Mexico

Latin America Office

Offshore energy projects and regional expansion

VN

Vietnam

Country Office

Green ammonia projects and renewable development

LK

Sri Lanka

Project Office

Large-scale green ammonia and renewable projects