Doha, Qatar: The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement will return on 20 October 2026, bringing together more than 300 senior executives, policymakers, diplomats and thought leaders at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel.
Organised by the Al-Attiyah Foundation, the prestigious annual Awards recognise exceptional contributions to the global energy industry and sustainable development.
Eight distinguished individuals will receive accolades at this year’s ceremony, including the inaugural recipient of the Young Energy Leader Award. The new category acknowledges two emerging leaders whose achievements, vision and influence are helping to shape the future of the energy sector.
The other six categories recognise lifetime achievement across a range of fields. Their recipients have made sustained contributions to advancing the energy industry, strengthening international cooperation and supporting progress towards a more secure and sustainable energy future. The Awards embody the vision and legacy of the late H E Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar. His distinguished career and leadership played a central role in establishing Qatar as one of the world’s foremost energy producers.
The 2026 ceremony will be the first held under the chairmanship of H E Dr Saud bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation’s Board of Trustees. H.E. Dr Saud is committed to preserving the legacy established by his late father while building upon it to further develop the Foundation and expand its contribution to international dialogue on energy and sustainable development.
The 2026 Awards are proudly sponsored by ExxonMobil.
