Sky News | Shell annual profits up 242% to £8.5bn as oil prices rise Sky News Shell annual profits up 242% to £8.5bn as oil prices rise. The boss of Royal Dutch Shell, Ben van Beurden, credits a "year of transformation" at the oil major for gushing profits. 08:57, UK, Thursday 01 February 2018. Royal Dutch Shell hit hard by low ... Shell profits soar after oil price bounce back Shell poised to dethrone Exxon in oil titans' cash clash Shell 'transformation' doubles profits as oil recovery takes hold |