Record-Breaking Upstream Production
Upstream production reached 853,000 barrels a day, marking the highest first quarter ever and the second highest quarter in company history, surpassing last year's record by 18,000 barrels.
Exceptional Refining Throughput and Utilization
Refining throughput hit 483,000 barrels a day, the highest first quarter ever, with refining utilization at an exceptional 104%, marking the third consecutive quarter above 100%.
Operational Safety Achievements
Suncor continued to maintain its safety performance with recordable and lost time events down significantly, and the base plant team won the John T. Ryan National Safety Award for outstanding safety performance.
Significant Cost Reduction
Total operating, selling, and general (OS&G) expenses stood at $3.3 billion, down $143 million or 4.2% compared to the previous year, despite increased production and throughput.
Strong Financial Performance
Suncor generated $3 billion of adjusted funds from operations and returned nearly $1.5 billion to shareholders, including $705 million in dividends and $750 million in share buybacks.
Progress on Strategic Objectives
Suncor achieved 75% of its three-year production growth target and 70% reduction in breakeven costs, along with 70% of its free funds flow growth target within the first year.