Directorate change

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Royal Dutch Shell plc has appointed Abraham (Bram) Schot as a Non-executive Director, effective October 1, 2020. This decision follows a thorough search process endorsed by the Board’s Nomination and Succession Committee. Chad Holliday, Chair of Royal Dutch Shell, expressed confidence in Schot’s extensive experience, particularly in the automotive sector, which he believes will enhance Shell's strategy regarding the future of mobility. Schot has held significant leadership positions within major automotive companies such as Volkswagen, Audi, and Daimler.

Positive

• Appointment of Bram Schot as Non-executive Director may enhance strategic insights on the future of mobility.
• Chad Holliday emphasized Schot’s wealth of experience in the automotive sector.

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• None.

ROYAL DUTCH SHELL PLC
DIRECTORATE CHANGE

Royal Dutch Shell plc (the "Company") announces that Abraham (Bram) Schot, has been appointed a Non-executive Director of the Company with effect from October 1, 2020. 

Chad Holliday, Chair of Royal Dutch Shell plc, said "Following a thorough search process and recommendations from the Board’s Nomination and Succession Committee, the Board is delighted that Bram has agreed to join the Board. Bram brings a wealth of experience, particularly his expertise in the automotive sector, which will assist Shell’s thinking on the future of mobility."

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Bram Schot

Born in 1961, Bram is a Dutch citizen and has been member of the group Board of Volkswagen AG – responsible for the Premium Car Group, CEO of Audi AG, Chairman of Lamborghini and Ducati, responsible for the VW group Commercial Operations and Vice-Chairman of Porsche Holding Salzburg. From 2011 to 2016 he was a Member of the Board of Volkswagen CV, Executive Vice President responsible for Global Marketing, Sales & Services, New Business Models. In 2017 he became a member of the Board of Audi AG. From 2006 to 2011 Bram was President & CEO of Daimler/Mercedes-Benz Italia & Holding S.p.A. From 2003 to 2006 he was President & CEO of DaimlerChrysler in the Netherlands. Prior to this Bram held a number of Director and senior leadership roles within Mercedes-Benz in the Netherlands, having joined the business in 1987 on an Executive Management Programme.

September 9, 2020

Linda M. Coulter
Company Secretary
Royal Dutch Shell plc

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FAQ

Who is the new director appointed by Royal Dutch Shell?

Abraham (Bram) Schot has been appointed as a Non-executive Director.

When did Bram Schot join Royal Dutch Shell's board?

He joined the board effective October 1, 2020.

What expertise does Bram Schot bring to Royal Dutch Shell?

He brings significant experience from the automotive sector, having held leadership roles in companies like Volkswagen and Audi.