Al-Attiyah Foundation to launch Young Energy Leader Award

The Al-Attiyah Foundation will unveil a Young Energy Leader Award during the forthcoming Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards, set to take place on October 20, 2026. This accolade aims to honor the talented young professionals who are poised to become influential leaders in the global energy sector. Two emerging professionals will be honored with the inaugural Young Energy Leader Award at the ceremony, which will be held at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel.

This new category underscores the Foundation's belief that recognition should be bestowed at various stages of a career. In contrast to the Lifetime Achievement Awards, which celebrate long-term contributions, the Young Energy Leader Award acknowledges those whose vision, accomplishments, and influence are already creating a significant impact within the industry.

The ceremony will be chaired by Dr Saud bin Abdullah Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Foundation's Board of Trustees. Dr Saud is committed to upholding his late father's legacy while fostering the Foundation's growth and expanding its role in international discussions on energy and sustainable development. The 2026 Awards, sponsored by ExxonMobil, will honor the vision of the late HE Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, a former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry of Qatar.

His leadership was instrumental in establishing Qatar as a prominent energy producer. The awards will honor eight individuals, including the two Young Energy Leader Award recipients, who will be unveiled during the event.