Thomas Bourliere is the Senior Business Development Manager for West Africa at Wärtsilä Energy, based in Paris. In his role, he leads strategic business development initiatives across key markets in West Africa, including Senegal, Guinea, Mauritania, Cameroon, and the Congo region. His efforts focus on expanding Wärtsilä's footprint and delivering innovative energy solutions tailored to the region's needs.
 

With over 15 years of experience in the natural gas and energy industry, Thomas has developed a robust expertise in sales and market development. His career has taken him across the globe, with significant roles in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, and Dubai, where he successfully drove growth and forged strong client relationships.
 

At Wärtsilä, Thomas has been instrumental in advancing business development from the Singapore, Dubai, and Paris offices, working on both new build projects and service portfolios. His comprehensive understanding of diverse geographical markets has been key to his success in navigating complex energy landscapes.
 

Thomas holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Arts et Métiers ParisTech in France. He also earned a Master of Science in International Project Management from ESCP Europe Business School in Paris, in collaboration with FGV in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Universidad de San Andrés in Buenos Aires, Argentina.