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Ecopetrol S.A. reports developments tied to its role as a Colombian integrated energy company operating across exploration and production, transport and logistics, refining and petrochemicals, and hydrocarbon marketing. News also covers its electric power transmission exposure through ISA, related real-time systems, road concessions, and international exploration interests in the United States, Brazil, and Mexico.
Recurring updates include earnings releases, Form 20-F reporting, credit-rating actions, debt management, Fuel Price Stabilization Fund (FEPC) payments, governance decisions, and material agreements. Because the Government of Colombia is the controlling shareholder, company announcements often connect operating performance, liquidity, ratings, and public-sector energy policy considerations.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported that its Brazilian subsidiary, Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil LTDA, has resumed on the B3 exchange the voluntary tender offer (OPAV) for shares of Brava Energia S.A. (B3: BRAV3), after filing a revised offer document that incorporates recommendations from the Brazilian securities regulator CVM (Official Letter No. 160/2026/CVM/SRE/GER-1).
According to Ecopetrol, the OPAV covers 116,110,717 common shares of Brava Energia, representing about 25% of its share capital, and is expected to remain open until August 5, 2026, the anticipated auction date. The transaction remains subject to applicable regulatory requirements and specific conditions precedent, all detailed in the offer document on B3. Ecopetrol expects to disclose OPAV results and any other material developments related to the planned acquisition of a controlling equity stake in Brava Energia.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported on July 20, 2026 that updated analyses of its recently disclosed cybersecurity incident indicate the impact was limited to the downloading of files. According to Ecopetrol, no compromise to information integrity has been identified, despite attempts by an external threat actor to destroy, delete, or encrypt data.
The company stated that identities and access credentials of users linked to the 3,300 unlawfully infiltrated accounts were not compromised, and no compromise has been detected in transactional technology solutions of Ecopetrol, its subsidiaries, or its commercial and financial partners, suppliers, and customers. Containment efforts are in an advanced phase, focused on classifying downloaded information, managing extortion demands and threats reported to authorities, and collaborating with national cybersecurity and law enforcement agencies. Ecopetrol affirmed that operational activities of the company and its business group continue without interruption while monitoring and response actions remain ongoing.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to cloud-based file storage used by approximately 15 subsidiaries, including the parent company. Data linked to about 3,300 user accounts was unlawfully downloaded, and an unidentified external actor issued extortion demands, threatening public disclosure.
The company blocked an attempted ransomware attack and activated incident response protocols, including revoking access, blocking mass downloads, investigating attacker techniques, filing a criminal complaint in Colombia, and engaging insurers. Ecopetrol has not identified material disruption, direct financial impact, or data disclosure to date but warns the incident could still adversely affect its business or financial condition.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) reported that its Brazilian subsidiary Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil received an official letter from the Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission (CVM) stating that the CVM Board ruled in favor of Ecopetrol Investimentos in the administrative appeal related to its public tender offer for the acquisition of shares (OPAV).
According to Ecopetrol, the CVM also declared the prior suspension of the OPAV ineffective and granted Ecopetrol Investimentos until July 22, 2026 to amend and publish the OPAV offer document, including a new auction date. The company plans to keep the market informed of material developments.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial and operating results on Monday, August 3, 2026, after market close. On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, management will host a virtual conference call with simultaneous Spanish and English transmission at 10:30 a.m. Colombia time / 11:30 a.m. New York time.
Investors can register and select their preferred language via the provided Xegmenta link. The earnings release, presentation, webcast and call recording will be available on www.ecopetrol.com.co. Ecopetrol recommends verifying browser compatibility and using updated versions of Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced that the Colombian National Government, via Resolution 1492 of June 30, 2026, recognized and paid approximately COP 1 trillion owed by the Fuel Price Stabilization Fund for Q2 2025.
About COP 0.8 trillion goes to Ecopetrol and COP 0.2 trillion to Refinería de Cartagena, paid in short-term Class B Treasury Securities (TES).
Ecopetrol (NYSE: EC) announced that S&P Global Ratings affirmed its global credit rating at BB- with a stable outlook and its stand-alone credit profile at bb+. S&P cited stronger liquidity, a new USD 190 million committed credit facility, and refinanced short-term debt.
S&P expects Ecopetrol’s adjusted net debt-to-EBITDA to remain near 2.0x, supported by a favorable price environment and no major short-term debt increases. The stable outlook remains linked to the Republic of Colombia, reflecting Ecopetrol’s strategic importance and close relationship with the government.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) announced a final six-year collective bargaining agreement with the Oil Workers Union (USO), effective January 1, 2026, plus 66 agreements with other unions. The deal includes improved working conditions, health and education benefits, and diversity and social investment measures aligned with efficiency and cost discipline.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) announced Board decisions regarding its Chief Executive Officer, Ricardo Roa Barragán. The Board authorized postponing the start of his previously granted 30-day unpaid leave.
Due to a 30-day medical leave beginning May 26, 2026 and remaining vacation, the unpaid leave will now run from June 27, 2026 for 30 days. Juan Carlos Hurtado Parra remains acting CEO, and Ecopetrol states it will continue operating under its business strategy and strengthening its international portfolio.
Ecopetrol (NYSE:EC) launched a voluntary tender offer on Brazil’s B3 to buy up to 116,110,717 Brava Energia (BRAV3) shares at R$23.00 each, about 25% of Brava’s capital and a 20.9% premium over the 90‑day VWAP.
The offer, part of a transaction that could give Ecopetrol a 51% controlling voting interest in Brava, is open until June 25, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and conditions. Ecopetrol plans to finance the acquisition with a bridge loan and expects benefits in reserves, production, EBITDA and ROACE.