Sophie Hildebrand is the Chief Technology Officer for the ADNOC Group of companies. She is responsible for the development and deployment of advanced technologies that will accelerate growth and sustainability – while ensuring health and safety – across ADNOC’s operations. Prior to joining ADNOC in July 2022, Sophie served as Chief Technology Officer to Equinor in Norway, where she managed a global team of 1000 people focused on technology development, implementation, and ventures. She was also instrumental in supporting the company’s shift towards renewable and low-carbon future business lines. Sophie has also spent more than two decades working for bp, where she served in a variety of senior roles round the world. She holds a long list of academic and professional qualifications, along with extensive Upstream and subsurface experience. She is an ardent believer in the power of technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, energy for all.