Boubel, 54, joins Hess from BP, where he most recently was Senior Vice President and Projects Director for the company's extensive Alaskan operations. In his 29 year career with BP and ARCO, Boubel held leadership positions in every area of development, including design, construction, installation, refurbishment, upgrades and replacement of facilities. He has led development teams that included multiple companies and governmental partners in a range of complex projects, including Russia, the North Slope of Alaska, the Gulf of Mexico, the Caspian Sea area, China, Indonesia, Norway and New Zealand.

"Gary brings to us a depth and breadth of experience that will be extremely helpful in further developing Hess assets," said Greg Hill, President, Worldwide Exploration and Production. "His impressive track record is a reflection of the outstanding technical, commercial and personal leadership that he has demonstrated throughout his career."

Hess Corporation, with headquarters in New York, is a global integrated energy company engaged in the exploration, production, purchase, transportation and sale of crude oil and natural gas, as well as the production and sale of refined petroleum products. More information on Hess Corporation is available at www.hess.com.

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