Ecopetrol S.A. reports developments tied to its role as a Colombian integrated energy company operating across exploration and production, transport and logistics, refining and petrochemicals, and hydrocarbon marketing. News also covers its electric power transmission exposure through ISA, related real-time systems, road concessions, and international exploration interests in the United States, Brazil, and Mexico.
Recurring updates include earnings releases, Form 20-F reporting, credit-rating actions, debt management, Fuel Price Stabilization Fund (FEPC) payments, governance decisions, and material agreements. Because the Government of Colombia is the controlling shareholder, company announcements often connect operating performance, liquidity, ratings, and public-sector energy policy considerations.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to cloud-based file storage used by approximately 15 subsidiaries, including the parent company. Data linked to about 3,300 user accounts was unlawfully downloaded, and an unidentified external actor issued extortion demands, threatening public disclosure.
The company blocked an attempted ransomware attack and activated incident response protocols, including revoking access, blocking mass downloads, investigating attacker techniques, filing a criminal complaint in Colombia, and engaging insurers. Ecopetrol has not identified material disruption, direct financial impact, or data disclosure to date but warns the incident could still adversely affect its business or financial condition.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported that its Brazilian subsidiary Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil received an official letter from the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) stating that the CVM Board ruled in favor of Ecopetrol Investimentos in the administrative appeal related to its public tender offer for the acquisition of shares (OPAV).
According to Ecopetrol, the CVM also declared the prior suspension of the OPAV ineffective and granted Ecopetrol Investimentos until July 22, 2026 to amend and publish the OPAV offer document, including a new auction date. The company plans to keep the market informed of material developments.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial and operating results on Monday, August 3, 2026, after market close. On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, management will host a virtual conference call with simultaneous Spanish and English transmission at 10:30 a.m. Colombia time / 11:30 a.m. New York time.
Investors can register and select their preferred language via the provided Xegmenta link. The earnings release, presentation, webcast and call recording will be available on www.ecopetrol.com.co. Ecopetrol recommends verifying browser compatibility and using updated versions of Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced that the Colombian National Government, via Resolution 1492 of June 30, 2026, recognized and paid approximately COP 1 trillion owed by the Fuel Price Stabilization Fund for Q2 2025.
About COP 0.8 trillion goes to Ecopetrol and COP 0.2 trillion to Refinería de Cartagena, paid in short-term Class B Treasury Securities (TES).
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced that S&P Global Ratings affirmed its global credit rating at BB- with a stable outlook and its stand-alone credit profile at bb+. S&P cited stronger liquidity, a new USD 190 million committed credit facility, and refinanced short-term debt.
S&P expects Ecopetrol’s adjusted net debt-to-EBITDA to remain near 2.0x, supported by a favorable price environment and no major short-term debt increases. The stable outlook remains linked to the Republic of Colombia, reflecting Ecopetrol’s strategic importance and close relationship with the government.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) announced a final six-year collective bargaining agreement with the Oil Workers Union (USO), effective January 1, 2026, plus 66 agreements with other unions. The deal includes improved working conditions, health and education benefits, and diversity and social investment measures aligned with efficiency and cost discipline.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) announced Board decisions regarding its Chief Executive Officer, Ricardo Roa Barragán. The Board authorized postponing the start of his previously granted 30-day unpaid leave.
Due to a 30-day medical leave beginning May 26, 2026 and remaining vacation, the unpaid leave will now run from June 27, 2026 for 30 days. Juan Carlos Hurtado Parra remains acting CEO, and Ecopetrol states it will continue operating under its business strategy and strengthening its international portfolio.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) launched a voluntary tender offer on Brazil’s B3 to buy up to 116,110,717 Brava Energia (BRAV3) shares at R$23.00 each, about 25% of Brava’s capital and a 20.9% premium over the 90‑day VWAP.
The offer, part of a transaction that could give Ecopetrol a 51% controlling voting interest in Brava, is open until June 25, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and conditions. Ecopetrol plans to finance the acquisition with a bridge loan and expects benefits in reserves, production, EBITDA and ROACE.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) advanced its acquisition of the Jemeiwaa Ka'I wind cluster by purchasing a 49% interest in the JK1 and JK2 wind projects in La Guajira for about USD 25.5 million.
The 259 MW projects are expected to produce 1,100 GWh annually, cover around 12% of Ecopetrol Group's energy demand, and deliver estimated decarbonization benefits of 4.3 million tons of CO₂ equivalent. Conditions for acquiring interests in the remaining four projects are still pending.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) announced the publication of its Quarterly Periodic Report as of March 31, 2026, prepared under Colombian regulations. The report covers financial and operational performance, corporate structure, risk management, business performance, corporate governance, and sustainability and is publicly available in Spanish via Ecopetrol.