Experienced Energy Industry Leader Visionary and Global Energy Expert Joins DRIFT as New Board of Advisors Member

·       Announcing Chris Johnson as a Valuable Addition to the Board of Advisors

London, Friday 23 June 2023 - DRIFT Energy is delighted to welcome Chris Johnson to our esteemed Board of Advisors. Chris brings a wealth of experience and expertise in creatingbuilding new energy successful businesses and driving substantial commercial transactions that generate long-term value. The strength of hHis remarkableextensive background, including as a former member of Shell's New Energies Leadership Team, underscores his ability to lead corporate development initiatives and spearhead significant new ventures within the Energy Transition sector.

Having spent 25 years with Shell, Chris has had leading rolesbeen instrumental in manysome of the company's most impactful growth transactions, with a cumulative value reaching billions of dollars. His extensive global career has seen him navigate diverse and challenging environments worldwide, including dynamic growth economies, where he consistently demonstrated his prowess in navigating complex commercial and political landscapes. Notably, Chris has assembled and led high-performing teams that played a pivotal role in successfully executing these transformative deals, contributing to Shell's growth across multiple sectors, such as power, natural gas/LNG, trading, and biofuels.

Throughout his illustrious career, Chris has developed a deep understanding of how value can be unlocked through strategic integration, collaboration, and partnerships across businesses and value chains. He recognizes the significance of effective post-deal implementation and the responsibility to a broad range of stakeholders. Central to his value delivery approach are the principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing, ensuring a comprehensive consideration of environmental impact, social responsibility, and strong governance practices.

Chris's appointment to our Board of Advisors signifies our commitment to strengthening our leadership team with individuals who possess a profound understanding of the energy landscape, as well as a proven track record in driving sustainable growth and delivering value. We look forward to leveraging his expertise and strategic insights as we navigate the evolving energy industry and continue to prioritize ESG principles in our operations.

This is what Chris has to say, “I’m very much looking forward to working with Ben and the team at DRIFT on this innovative solution to harness the winds that are not accessible through conventional wind turbine technology. Through this, there is the opportunity to accelerate the supply of clean energy into communities and applications that wouldn’t readily benefit from hydrogen and its derivatives.”

Chris Johnson

Global Energy Expert​

About DRIFT Energy:

DRIFT Energy is a pioneering a new form of renewable energy. DRIFT Energy aims to propel the transition to a greener, more sustainable future by harnessing the power of the seas. DRIFT Energy Yachts generate green hydrogen at sea and deliver it globally to any port. For more information, please visit https://drift.energy/

-          For more information about Chris Johnson, please see: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-johnson-09ba5/