Hamid Bord was appointed as the acting Minister of Oil of Iran on October 4, 2026, after the acceptance of Mohsen Paknejad's resignation by the President. This appointment was made by Massoud Pezeshkian, the Minister of Health and Medical Education, and was carried out based on Article 135 of the Constitution. Bord, who was previously the CEO of the National Iranian Oil Company, has extensive experience in the oil industry and has reached one of the most important managerial positions in this field.
Background and Experience of Hamid Bord
Hamid Bord is recognized as an experienced manager in the Iranian oil industry. He began his studies in mechanical engineering at the Oil Industry University and then continued to executive management at Azad University. His professional background includes activities in various operational, production, and oil exploration areas, and these experiences have been particularly shaped in the major oil companies of the country.
Bord worked in the technical and executive sectors of the oil industry in the early years of his career and gradually took on more managerial responsibilities. For example, he was involved in the management of the Marun Oil and Gas Operating Company, where he dealt with direct challenges in production and maintenance of facilities. Additionally, his management role at the National South Oilfields Company, one of the main oil-producing entities in Iran, forms a significant part of his managerial background.
Challenges and Goals Facing the New Minister
Hamid Bord has taken over the acting Ministry of Oil at a time when this ministry is facing a series of significant challenges, including increasing and maintaining oil production, developing joint fields, and securing investment for oil and gas projects. In Bord's appointment decree, his commitment and competence have been emphasized, and he has been asked to work within the framework of the Constitution and the vision document to achieve the government's goals and solve the country's problems.
As the acting Minister of Oil, Hamid Bord will focus on increasing refining and oil transfer capacity, managing oil exports, securing the country's fuel supply, and correcting energy imbalances. Given his managerial background, it is expected that Bord will be able to use his experience to help improve the situation of the Iranian oil industry.
