"In Angola's deep water, which will be a key source of future energy supplies, we safely installed one of the tallest and most complex man-made structures in the world. It is a remarkable achievement and a credit to the team who is developing this giant field."

• Professional: Mechanical Engineer, Tulane University (New Orleans, Louisiana); 26 years with Chevron.
• Personal: Reading novels and travel books.

The $2.3 billion Benguela Belize-Lobito Tomboco (BBLT) development is a testament to our ability to manage large and complex projects. In 2005, we completed the first phase of the groundbreaking development ahead of schedule, within budget and, most important, in a safe manner. A major part of the project was installing a drilling and production platform that stands 1,680 feet (512 meters) high, among the tallest man-made structures in the world. The Offshore Energy Association recognized the platform as "Project of the Year." Initial production from the Belize Field began in early 2006. When BBLT is fully onstream, maximum total production is expected to be approximately 200,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

A Commitment to Africa

BBLT is more than one of our "Big 5" capital projects — it demonstrates our ongoing commitment to Africa. We are one of the largest U.S. private investors in sub-Saharan Africa, an area that holds enormous potential for adding to the world's energy supplies. Although it has made significant progress, Africa remains one of the world's most challenging regions in terms of social and economic development. We are partnering with governments and local communities to help the region develop its energy resources in ways that will stimulate economic growth and improve the quality of life.