David Abernethy

David Abernethy is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in commercial management across the energy sector, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region. Currently serving as Regional Commercial Manager at Van Leeuwen since February 2016, David oversees upstream, midstream, and downstream CAPEX projects, in addition to managing boiler and heat exchanger tube operations. Prior roles include Director and General Manager at Murray Energy Asia PTE LTD, where David established a regional hub in Singapore, and General Manager at Van Leeuwen Malaysia, focusing on sales growth and profitability. David's career spans various leadership positions within the Van Leeuwen Pipe and Tube Group, including roles as Regional Commercial Manager in Asia and Chief Representative in Vietnam. Educational qualifications include a Master's in Business Administration from The Open University and a Post Graduate Diploma in Performance Measurement and Management.