Kosmos Names New Upstream Boss

Explorer Kosmos has appointed Tracey Henderson as its new exploration boss, following the resignation February 15 of Brian Maxted. He will remain on the board of directors and serve as special advisor on upstream matters, Kosmos said February 18.

Henderson joined Kosmos Energy in 2004, serving as a key member of the technical team responsible for the discovery of the Jubilee field in Ghana, the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim field in Mauritania and Senegal, and the Yakaar field in Senegal. Before that, she was a senior geophysicist at Nexen Petroleum.

Kosmos CEO Andrew Inglis thanked Maxted for his "dedication to Kosmos since its founding and the excellent record of exploration success he has delivered. His vision, thoughtful leadership, and passion for both the art and science of exploration have built a strong capability in the company that will serve Kosmos well in the future." Before co-founding Kosmos, Maxted held a senior position at Amerada Hess.

Inglis said he was pleased that Tracey was taking over as she "embodies all of the exploration leadership attributes that have made Kosmos successful."

Maxted said he was "very proud of what Kosmos has achieved since it was founded in 2003. With a strong leadership team in place, world-class portfolio of assets, and differentiated strategy, I am confident the company will thrive in the years to come and look forward in my non-executive capacity to being a part of its successful future."