He also signaled NIOC’s full support for deeper cooperation with PEDCO, particularly in offshore operations and the resolution of structural bottlenecks affecting project execution.
Outgoing CEO Sadeghi Abdollahi expressed confidence in the company’s trajectory under Daghayeghi’s leadership, noting the strength of NIOC’s board and management team as a key enabler of future success.
He praised Daghayeghi’s technical and executive credentials, which include leadership roles in major oil and gas firms and expertise in drilling, planning, and digital transformation.
In his inaugural remarks, Daghayeghi pledged to leverage his prior experience and draw on the dedication of PEDCO’s workforce to meet the company’s strategic goals.
“This transition is an opportunity to build on the company’s legacy and elevate its role as a dynamic partner within Iran’s energy framework,” he said.
The leadership change comes as Iran accelerates structural reforms within its oil and gas sector to counter international sanctions, enhance domestic capacities, and meet long-term energy targets