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The People Behind FITC

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Experienced energy professionals driving global petroleum trade — spanning the USA, Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

Christian Thomas, Group Chairman
LLM Christian Thomas
Group Chairman / CEO
Princeton, NJ — USA
Yong Jiang, Leadership Team
Yong (Chris) Jiang
Chief Operating Officer
Princeton, NJ — USA
Gerhard Kral, Leadership Team
Dr. Gerhard Kral
Group Chief Financial Officer
Houston, TX — USA
Jimmey Shah, Leadership Team
Jimmey S. Shah
Head of Trading
Dubai / Singapore
Resty Nankya, Leadership Team
Resty Nankya
Regional CEO — East Africa
Nairobi / Kampala

We are always seeking talented energy professionals to join our global team.  

Governance & Standards

COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE

We operate to the highest international governance standards — dual-jurisdiction registered, independently overseen, and fully aligned with international trade, compliance, and governance expectations.

Our Compliance Framework

International Standards

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International sanctions compliance — OFAC, EU, UN
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Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & KYC procedures
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Anti-Bribery & Corruption — FCPA / UK Bribery Act
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Environmental & HSE standards adherence
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Trade documentation & contract law compliance
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Counterparty due diligence & credit risk screening
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Data privacy & confidentiality protocols
Corporate Governance

Structure & Oversight

Dual Jurisdiction Registration

Registered and fully compliant under US (FITC Energy Group Inc.) and UAE (DXBS LLC-FZ) corporate law — ensuring the highest governance standards in two of the world's leading financial jurisdictions.

Board Oversight

Independent board oversight with experienced professionals from the energy, legal, and finance sectors providing strategic guidance and accountability.

Audited Financials

Annual audited financial statements prepared to international accounting standards (IFRS), ensuring full transparency with banking and trade partners.

Insurance & Bonding

Comprehensive trade credit insurance, P&I coverage, and performance bond arrangements in place to protect all counterparties on every transaction.