Gabriel Podskubka

Gabriel Podskubka is the Chief Operating Officer at Tenaris, responsible for overseeing the company’s global sales and marketing, supply chain and production operations, as well as product and service development. He assumed this role in April 2023.

After graduating as an industrial engineer in Argentina, Mr. Podskubka joined Tenaris in 1995 in the marketing department and has since held several leadership roles across the marketing, commercial, and industrial areas. In 2009, he was appointed head of Eastern European operations, and in 2013, he became the president of the company’s Eastern Hemisphere operations.

An Argentine citizen, Mr. Podskubka also holds an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Tenaris is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe products and related services for the world’s energy industry and other industrial applications. The company’s customers include most of the world’s leading oil and gas companies and its revenues amounted to 14.9 billion USD in 2023. Employing around 29,000 people worldwide, Tenaris operates an integrated network of steel pipe manufacturing, research, finishing and service facilities.

Session Overview

Monday, 4 November

15:15

Decarbonisation Conference Decarbonisation Theatre 15:15 - 16:15

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Optimising operations to advance decarbonisation: a digital and cultural shift

The operating environment for energy-related stakeholders is rapidly evolving, with increasing pressure for transparency and accountability around emissions, sustainability metrics, and net-zero progress. By adopting a digital-first mindset, that leverages data analytics and emerging technologies, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, organisations can optimise operations for decarbonisation and contribute to a sustainable future. However, there are challenges in leveraging operational excellence including establishing accurate emissions baselines, accounting for value chain emissions, aligning incentives, and engaging the entire organisation in decarbonisation efforts. Overcoming these challenges requires companies to take a holistic, collaborative approach that embeds decarbonisation into their core operating model and gives it the same importance as improving efficiencies and reducing costs.

Attendee insights:

Understand the role of digital technologies and cultural integration in optimising operations for reduced emissions and impactful decarbonisation.