Andreas Shiamishis, the Cypriot CEO of HELLENiQ ENERGY, ranked first in Extel’s 2026 Emerging EMEA Executive Team survey in the “Mid-Cap Oil & Gas” category.
The recognition comes as HELLENiQ ENERGY expands beyond its traditional refining business and strengthens its position across Southeast Europe’s energy market.
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Investors Back HELLENiQ ENERGY’s Strategic Shift
Shiamishis has led the group since 2019, overseeing a broad strategic transformation. During his tenure, HELPE was rebranded as HELLENiQ ENERGY, while the group increased its focus on the energy transition and renewable energy.
The strategy has diversified the company’s business and expanded its international presence. HELLENiQ ENERGY now combines its refining operations with investments aligned with longer-term changes in the energy sector.
Group And Investor Relations Teams Also Recognized
HELLENiQ ENERGY was also named among the “Most Honoured Companies” in its category, while its Investor Relations team received top recognition. The results reflect investor assessments of both the company and its management and communications.
For the group, the recognition adds to its international profile as it expands across the regional energy market.
What Extel’s Survey Measures
Extel’s annual survey evaluates listed companies and executives on management credibility, communication, financial stewardship and capital allocation. Shiamishis has ranked among the sector’s top three executives in recent years.
This year’s survey collected votes from 454 professionals at 247 investment firms. Overall, 401 companies and 603 senior executives across 11 sectors were evaluated.
Shiamishis Maintains Links To Cyprus
Shiamishis, who is from Morphou, remains closely connected to Cyprus, where HELLENiQ ENERGY operates through EKO and is expanding its renewable energy activities.
His ranking places a Cypriot executive at the top of Extel’s 2026 Mid-Cap Oil & Gas category, while the wider results recognize HELLENiQ ENERGY and its Investor Relations team.
