Jonathan (“Jo”) White has 30+ years of experience in the E&P business. With a background in geoscience (specifically geophysics) he has served in a variety of technical and leadership roles, at team leader, functional chief and senior management levels.

He currently serves as General Manager of Perenco UK's Southern North Sea (SNS) business unit, which operates 25 gas fields off the east coast of England and processes gas for other operators through its 2 gas terminals at Bacton, Norfolk and Dimlington, South Yorkshire. Combined, these handle around 1/6th of the UK’s domestic natural gas production.

Since Feb 2024, Jo has also served as an industry representative and Co-Chair of the Asset Stewardship Task Force, which includes membership of the North Sea Transition Steering Group, acting as the North Sea Transition Forum when meeting with Government Ministers.

His technical background was as a petroleum geoscientist (geophysics specialism), working for various operators and contractor companies on exploration and development projects in diverse worldwide settings, including the UK, Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Margins - West Africa.

Jo says, “I believe in the power of high performing teams to drive business results. With an open and collaborative style, I engage in honest discourse to find common ground and build alliances across boundaries, developing productive internal and external business relationships. I ensure that goals and expectations are clearly defined and communicated. I appreciate most working with colleagues who focus on solutions, rather than problems. The future is bright!”