The Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) has announced the opening of the nomination period for the second edition of the GECF Awards.

The nomination period begins on 1st August 2023 and will run until 31 October 2023.  Eng. Mohamed Hamel, Secretary General of the GECF said on the occasion that 'These prestigious awards, which are held biennially to coincide with the GECF Summits of Heads of State and Government, celebrate exceptional individuals and esteemed institutions that have made a remarkable impact in the gas sector through advocacy, policy formulation, international partnership, research, education, or media.”

This category honours individuals and institutions from non-GECF countries who have demonstrated exceptional cooperation with the Forum, contributing significantly to the advancement of GECF objectives or the natural gas industry as a whole.

Celebrating lifetime achievements, this accolade recognises outstanding individuals and institutions from both GECF and non-GECF countries who have demonstrated a remarkable track record of accomplishments in the natural gas sector throughout their careers.

Nominators can complete the nomination form available on the GECF website here. After the

closing of nominations on 31 October 2023, a distinguished selection panel will carefully review all submissions and select the deserving awardees.

The grand ceremony of the GECF Awards will take place during the 7th GECF Summit in Algiers, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria.

The GECF extends its invitation to the global community to participate actively in the

nomination process and join it in acknowledging the exemplary contributions to the gas sector by deserving individuals and institution.