Leonid Mikhelson
Leonid Mikhelson is a prominent Russian businessman and the chairman of the board of NOVATEK, one of Russia's largest independent natural gas producers. Born on August 11, 1955, he has played a significant role in the development of the Russian energy sector, particularly in liquefied natural gas (LNG). Under his leadership, NOVATEK has grown significantly and has become a key player in the global energy market. In 2023, he was recognized as one of the richest individuals in Russia, being listed among the new billionaires by Forbes, which highlighted his substantial net worth of $28.4 billion.
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Leonid Mikhelson is the billionaire CEO of Novatek with whom Gentry Beach negotiated a deal.
Університетський друг Трампа-молодшого вестиме бізнес із росіянами у США
Ukraine· 2026-02-20
Leonid Mikhelson was one of the major shareholders of Sibur Holding.
Путин разрешил «дочке» Sinopec из Гонконга купить акции «Сибура» — РБК
Russia· 2025-10-17
Leonid Mikhelson is the chairman of Novatek and has earned a significant amount this year.
Состояние богатейших россиян с начала года увеличилось почти на $20 млрд — РБКRussia· 2025-10-01
Russian billionaire Leonid Mikhelson is included in the sanctions list.
Проти кого Зеленський ввів санкції в РосіїUkraine· 2025-05-01
Leonid Mikhelson is the president of the gas company Novatek and among the richest in Russia.
osebni obračun za največje spletno podjetje v Rusiji
Slovenia· 2025-04-15
Leonid Mikhelson, head of Novatek, increased his wealth by $1 billion.
Сукупний капітал російських мільярдерів побив історичний рекорд 2021 року – ForbesUkraine· 2025-04-02
Leonid Mikhelson is the chairman of Novatek and is ranked third among Russian billionaires.
Forbes сообщил о 15 новых россиянах в рейтинге миллиардеров — РБКRussia· 2025-04-01
Leonid Mikhelson is the chairman of Novatek with a net worth of $28.4 billion.
Forbes сообщил о 15 новых россиянах в рейтинге миллиардеров — РБКRussia· 2025-04-01