David Dutton is Senior Exploration Manager at CNOOC International, responsible for exploration strategy and delivery across Africa. He has over 20 years of subsurface experience, leading multi-disciplinary teams to mature prospects and execute high-value drilling programs in complex basins. David currently oversees prospect maturation and well planning for CNOOC’s operated positions in Mozambique.

He holds a PhD in Geology from Imperial College London and has recently completed an MSc in Marine Renewable Energy at Heriot-Watt University. David is an active member of EAGE, AAPG, and GESGB and was awarded the AAPG J.C. Cam Sproule Memorial Award for contributions to petroleum geoscience.