Shell at a glance
An overview of who we are, what we do, and our financial and social performance.
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About Shell
We are a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with around 93,000 employees in more than 90 countries and territories. Our innovative approach ensures we are ready to help tackle the challenges of the new energy future.
The origins of the oil industry in Indonesia and those of what subsequently became Royal Dutch Shell plc are closely connected. Shell's historical links with Indonesia are strong. The discovery of commercial quantities of crude oil in Sumatra just over 100 years ago led directly to the formation of Royal-Dutch Petroleum.
ABOUT SHELL
Who We Are
Learn how we do business, meet our people, and see how we grew from a small shop in London nearly 200 years ago to one of the world’s major energy companies.
Our History
What began as a small shop selling antiques and later sea shells in London nearly 200 years ago is today one of the world’s major energy companies.
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