As I reflect on my 35 years in the oil and petrochemical industry, it’s clear that no year has ever been without change. Yet, in recent years, the pace of change has accelerated dramatically. The COVID-19 pandemic, regional conflicts like the Ukraine and Israel wars, and climate crises such as the Panama Canal disruption have shaken traditional global trade. Global commodity movements are more complex and costly, while government interventions in markets add further uncertainty. To thrive in this fast-changing world, unwavering trust built with our customers, expertise, and risk management are essential.