Torbjörn Törnqvist

Co-founder and Chairman, Mr. Törnqvist has spent more than 40 years in the oil and gas industry, and co-founded Gunvor Group in 2000. He began his career at British Petroleum, where he worked from 1977 to 1983, and then became Head of Oil Trading at Scandinavian Trading Co AB until 1989. Prior to founding Gunvor, he was Managing Director for the oil division of Intermaritime Group Petrotrade. A consummate entrepreneur, Törnqvist has drawn on his extensive knowledge of the international oil markets to establish Gunvor Group as one of the world’s leading oil trading companies. He is now focused on developing Gunvor’s diversified operations a fully integrated global commodities trading house. Born in Stockholm and a Swedish citizen, Törnqvist received a business degree from Stockholm University.

Session Overview

Tuesday, 5 November

All Sessions

12:15

Strategic Conference Conference Room B 12:15 - 12:45

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Traders and the energy transition

The energy transition is transforming global energy production and consumption by integrating traditional sources like oil and gas with the growing presence of renewables. This shift presents both challenges and opportunities, as industries adapt and consumers access energy in different ways. The trading industry plays a crucial role in ensuring equitable energy access while balancing sustainability and efficiency.

Attendee insights:

Understand the significant trading opportunities that are emerging in the energy industry and the rapid evolution of markets.