As organisations across the energy sector adapt to low-carbon goals and regulatory change, the demands placed on supply chains are becoming more complex. From supplier readiness and ESG expectations to sourcing, risk and cost pressures, navigating the transition presents real operational challenges.
This online panel will bring together senior leaders from Wood Plc, Petrofac, the North Sea Transition Authority, and Achilles to explore how companies are addressing the tensions between sustainability, compliance, efficiency, and resilience in their supply chains.
Key Topics
- Sourcing and supplier capability gaps in the transition to renewables
- Balancing sustainability targets with commercial pressures
- Addressing ESG, human rights, and modern slavery expectations
- Evolving supplier engagement and due diligence strategies
- Forward-looking approaches to supply chain risk and reporting
Agenda
13:00–13:05 – Welcome & Introductions
Hosted by Achilles
13:05–13:15 – Keynote Address
Bill Cattanach OBE, Head of Supply Chain, North Sea Transition Authority
Setting the stage for a secure and practical transition
13:15–13:55 – Panel Discussion
Moderated by Malcolm Wilson, Achilles Ambassador and Partner, Skottland Business Consultants
13:55–14:00 – Closing Remarks
Who Should Attend
This session is suitable for professionals working in:
- Procurement and supply chain
- Sustainability, ESG and compliance
- Energy transition strategy and project delivery
- Oil & gas, renewables and infrastructure
Panel Members:
🔹 Bill Cattanach OBE (Keynote Speaker)
Head of Supply Chain, North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA)
Bill works with operators, suppliers, and government to develop a competitive and resilient supply chain for the UK energy sector. He also leads the NSTA’s engagement with the oil and gas industry on supply chain performance and local content.
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🔹 Clayton Chettiar
Global Strategic Procurement, Petrofac – Energy Transition Projects
Clayton oversees strategic procurement for Petrofac’s energy transition initiatives, managing sourcing strategies and supplier engagement for major low-carbon infrastructure projects. With over 25 years of international experience in procurement and commercial leadership, he focuses on ensuring alignment between delivery requirements and evolving ESG and compliance expectations.
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🔹 Tony Fowler
Energy Transition Study Manager, Wood Plc
Tony leads decarbonisation studies at Wood, supporting clients in identifying and developing investment-ready energy transition projects. His work focuses on the commercial, technical, and strategic drivers needed to move low-carbon developments forward.
🔹 Adam Whitfield
Head of Compliance & ESG, Achilles
Adam leads Achilles’ ESG and compliance work, helping organisations strengthen their supply chain risk management, meet ESG reporting requirements, and address human rights issues such as modern slavery.
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🔹Moderator: Malcolm Wilson
Achilles Ambassador – Natural Resources & Partner, Skottland Business Consultants
Malcolm has over 30 years of experience in the oil and gas industry and has worked extensively with buyers and suppliers on supply chain assurance, collaboration, and procurement strategy.
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