Michael Cobb
About Michael Cobb
Michael Cobb is the European Freight Ops Manager (Crude Oil) at ExxonMobil, overseeing crude oil movements and supply operations across multiple regions.
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Michael Cobb is the European Freight Ops Manager (Crude Oil) at ExxonMobil. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Michael Cobb has an extensive career history with ExxonMobil, having served in various roles since 2012. Prior to his current role, he was a Chartering Specialist from 2019 to 2021 and a Crude Oil Scheduler - AG West from 2017 to 2019, both based in Houston, Texas Area. He has also worked as an LNG Venture Advisor from 2016 to 2017 and a Marine Fuels Trader from 2013 to 2016, both in Surrey, England. His initial role at ExxonMobil was as a Marine Engineer from 2012 to 2013, also in Surrey, England.
Education and Expertise
Michael Cobb holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. He completed his studies from 2008 to 2012. His academic background complements his extensive professional experience in the marine and crude oil sectors.
Management Responsibilities
In his current role, Michael Cobb manages a team based in London, Budapest, and Oslo. He is responsible for overseeing approximately 1.5 million barrels per day of crude oil movements. His oversight includes regions such as West Africa, the Mediterranean, Black Sea, North Sea, and the Baltic.
Supply Chain Oversight
Michael Cobb also oversees the supply of mogas and diesel to various Norwegian terminals, ensuring smooth and efficient operations within ExxonMobil's supply chain.