Mr. Nigel Chinapoo is the Chief Operating Officer of Trinidad Generation Unlimited (TGU) and has held this position since December 2016. In this role, he provides executive oversight of key corporate functions including finance, corporate services, materials management, and information technology operations. He brings over 30 years of experience across financial advisory, governance, and information and communications technology, spanning multiple sectors.
He has been instrumental in managing complex stakeholder relationships both locally and internationally, ensuring compliance with rigorous financial, regulatory and operational standards, and supporting the Company’s strategic objectives.
He has played a key role in structuring and executing TGU’s local and international financing initiatives, including the Company’s debut international bond issuance in 2016 and its successful refinancing in 2025, contributing to TGU’s long-term financial sustainability and operational resilience. His responsibilities also include oversight of strategic risk management frameworks supporting both operational and financial performance.
Prior to joining TGU, Mr. Chinapoo held executive and senior roles in financial advisory, governance, and ICT providing strategic leadership and institutional strengthening support across a range of organisations.
In addition to his substantive role as Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Chinapoo is currently serving as Acting Chief Executive Officer of Trinidad Generation Unlimited.
