The Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association (APPEA) has picked David Slama to lead its Darwin-based Northern Territory unit.
“My focus will be listening to our members and stakeholders to understand their needs and priorities so we can all deliver the best outcome for Territorians. It shows a fundamental understanding of the energy changes occurring globally and how they can be applied to this important area of Australia,” he stressed. With gas already so crucial to the NT economy – employing 11,000 workers along the supply chain, enabling about $19 billion of economic activity annually and driving future economic growth – we can deliver more jobs and growth as we positively shape the region’s future,” Slama added.