- Nicola Mavilla becomes SVP Exploration on November 1, 2025.
- He replaces Kevin McLachlan, in the role since 2015.
- TotalEnergies invests $1 billion annually in exploration.
- Recent discoveries include Suriname and Namibia.
Appointment Announcement
TotalEnergies has appointed Nicola Mavilla as Senior Vice President Exploration, effective November 1, 2025. He succeeds Kevin McLachlan, who has held the position since 2015.
Professional Background
Nicola Mavilla brings 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. He joined Eni in 2002 and has served in various leadership roles, including exploration manager in Libya and Norway, VP exploration for West Africa, VP exploration for Americas and Northern Europe, and managing director of Eni Ivory Coast. Since 2024, he has been Head of Exploration Projects at Eni. Mavilla holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Bordeaux.
Exploration Investments
TotalEnergies invests approximately $1 billion annually in exploration and appraisal, focusing on prospects that can lead to low-cost, low-emissions oil and gas developments. The company's exploration activities have resulted in significant discoveries over the past three years, particularly in Suriname and Namibia.
