Christophe de Margerie

Businessman and CEO of Total S.A.

Christophe de Margerie - Businessman and CEO of Total S.A.
Born

1951
74 years ago

Died

October 20th, 2014
10 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as the Chairman and CEO of Total S.A., a major global oil and gas company. Played a key role in expanding Total's operations in various countries and was particularly involved in the development of liquefied natural gas projects. Advocated for the importance of energy in addressing global challenges. His leadership contributed to Total's position as a leading player in the energy industry until passing in an airplane accident in 2014.

Led Total S.A. as CEO from 2010 to 2014

Expanded Total's presence in liquefied natural gas

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