Mr James Ooi is Vice President (Throughput Business) at Singapore LNG Corporation Pte Ltd (SLNG). In this role, he is responsible for the market intelligence and analysis, strategic planning, and commercial operations for the long-term growth of SLNG’s throughput service. He also heads the commercial development of the Singapore Second LNG Terminal project.

With over 28 years of experience in the energy sector, his expertise covers energy market design, asset valuation,
commercial contracting for gas (LNG SPA/GSA, FSRU TCP, TUA) and power (PPA), corporate strategy, planning and operations. He has held management leadership positions at major generators and energy utilities in the region; and has worked for and advised extensively for Governments, utilities, and major oil & gas companies globally.

Prior to joining SLNG in July 2020, James was Partner (Founder) at The Lantau Group in Singapore, and was Managing Director of Gas and Power Consulting IHS Markit, Singapore. He had also served as Senior Associate in
Charles River Associates based across Asia Pacific. As an operator, he headed the portfolio management for one of Singapore’s largest generator, YTL PowerSeraya, during which he was a nominated member of the Singapore
Electricity Market’s Rule Change Panel.