Majid Azami

Majid A'zami (مجید اعظمی; born January 6, 1983, in Esfahan, Iran) is an Iranian oil executive and businessman.

Professional background Azami is a veteran Iranian oil executive. He has long been involved in state oil refiners, for example, in 2019 he was cited as managing director of the Iranian Oil Refining Company (a major bitumen exporter). In 2018 he was identified as a senior official at the Jey Oil Refining Company. Investigative profiles note that Azami has led multiple semi-government refineries (in Tehran and Isfahan) for years.

Sanctions and legal status Azami has been listed under U.S. sanctions as of November 29, 2023, (Executive Order 13224). While the U.S. Treasury has cited him in connection with certain allegations, no major international bodies, including the EU or UN, have imposed sanctions specifically on him. Despite these designations, Azami is widely recognized in the oil and refining industries for his extensive experience, leadership skills, and significant contributions to the development and management of regional energy infrastructure.

International dealings and influence Azami is well-known in the Persian Gulf oil industry, particularly for his extensive experience in the sale of bitumen and the management of various refineries. During his tenure as CEO of Jey Oil Refining Company, he successfully transformed the refinery into the largest bitumen production facility in the Middle East.