Ecopetrol Shareholders Approve Bylaws Amendment
On November 11, 2025, in a significant managerial development, Ecopetrol S.A., a premier integrated energy corporation from Colombia, held an extraordinary General Shareholders' Meeting. During this critical gathering, shareholders voted to approve amendments to the company's bylaws, marking a momentous decision for the country's largest company.
Meeting Overview
The meeting was convened at 8:35 AM and was conducted in accordance with the legal frameworks established by Colombian law, specifically citing Article 187, paragraph 1 of the Colombian Commercial Code. An impressive turnout was witnessed, and all agenda items were addressed as reported by the Secretary of the meeting.
The proceedings began with the approval of the proposed agenda. Following this, Germán Ávila, the Minister of Finance and Public Credit, was appointed as the Chair of the General Shareholders' Meeting. The Elections and Voting Committee was formed as proposed by shareholder Rafael Andrés Mulett, gaining unanimous approval, along with the Committee responsible for the review and approval of the meeting's minutes, presented by Edna Patricia Villamizar.
Bylaws Amendment
The core matter of the meeting was the proposed amendment to Ecopetrol's bylaws, which received overwhelming support from the shareholders. The approval of the amendment is critical for enhancing the operational efficiency of the company. The details of the approved bylaws can be reviewed through the specified link on Ecopetrol's official communications platforms.
The voting results showcased a compelling consensus:
- - Approval of Agenda: 99.9999% in favor
- - Chair Appointment: 99.9999% in favor
- - Elections and Voting Committee: 99.9670% in favor
- - Committee for Review of Minutes: 99.9670% in favor
For the consideration of the amendments, a multiple-choice vote was also carried out:
- - Majority Shareholders' Proposal: 91.1434% in favor
- - Other options received substantially lower support, indicating a strong endorsement for the proposed changes.
Ecopetrol’s Corporate Profile
As the largest company in Colombia, Ecopetrol is a key player in the energy sector across the Americas, employing over 19,000 individuals. The company plays a vital role in Colombia's hydrocarbon production, controlling more than 60% of the sector. Its operations span transportation, logistics, and refining, accompanied by notable positions in petrochemicals and gas distribution.
Ecopetrol has recently expanded its portfolio by acquiring 51.4% of ISA's shares, allowing the company to delve into energy transmission, real-time system management, and road concessions. Additionally, on international fronts, Ecopetrol performs drilling and exploration operations in strategic basins across the American continent, including the United States and Brazil. Its partnerships in power transmission and road concessions extend into Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Bolivia, demonstrating the company’s expansive market reach.
As this major amendment to Ecopetrol's bylaws has been formalized and will be filed with Colombia's commercial registry, the corporation is poised for an invigorated operational strategy in the months to follow.
For additional information, interested parties can contact:
- - Carolina Tovar Aragón, Head of Capital Markets, Email
- - Marcela Ulloa, Head of Corporate Communications, Email