We serve Oman with pride
Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company
Glimpse 2016
On Social Initiatives and Investments
(June 2015- June 2016)
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CEO Message
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Orpic at a Glance ..........................................................................
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Strategic Growth Projects ..............................................................
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Environmental Improvement Projects ..........................................
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In-Country Value & Business Opportunities .................................
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Social Investments ..........................................................................
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Community School Programs .......................................................
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Voluntarism Campaigns
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Community Engagements ............................................................
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“The rise of a strong industry capable of performing its national role in
social progress and prosperity, while at the same time maintaining the
purity and cleanliness of the environment at the highest possible level, will
always be our strategic role. We call upon all officials and others involved
in industry to achieve this aim. The preservation and maintenance of
the environment against the damage of pollution does not prevent the
development of clean industrial practices using new technology.”
His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, November 1991, on the occasion of
the 21st National Day
CEO Message
Orpic at Glance
Caring for the country goes beyond the routine. It is about
understanding the needs of the people and trying to fulfil
it through dedication, compassion and commitment. At
Orpic, we carefully craft our commitment to support the
communities within which we operate whilst maintaining
integrity and honesty in our work.
Vision
We continue to grow by single-mindedly focusing on
serving Oman with pride through community giving,
volunteer initiatives, inclusion, ethics & integrity, and
sustainable initiatives. We believe every day is a
chance to be better. We demonstrate this commitment to maintain the highest
safety standards in our industry and our efforts to reduce the environmental impact
of our operations. And through our investment in our employees, our workplace, and
the communities, we are privileged to serve our people and our blessed nation.
Orpic’s social investment projects encompassed a multitude of social institutions
and sectors including educational institutions, sports and recreation, health care,
environment, research, road safety and sustainability. We believe in the potential of
the younger generation, hence a major share of our social responsibility projects has
gone to educational institutions including schools and universities. We concentrated
more on providing basic amenities such as playgrounds, stadium, recreational
facilities, whereas with regard to colleges we focused more on research projects.
Donations towards development and maintenance of community parks, educational
and sports facilities, organization of medical camps and blood donation drives were
also well received by the community.
I am extremely happy with the work that we are doing and urge every single
employee to participate and make a difference!
Musab Al Mahruqi
CEO
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To build an Omani integrated refining and petrochemicals business we are
proud of.
Mission
To meet Oman’s needs for refined petroleum fuels and maximize long term
returns by processing hydrocarbons to high value petroleum and petrochemical
products.
Our Values
About Orpic
Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company SAOC (Orpic) is one of
Oman’s largest companies and one of the most rapidly growing businesses in
the Middle East oil industry. Orpic’s Refineries in Sohar and Muscat, as well as the
Aromatics and Polypropylene Plants in Sohar, provide fuel, chemicals, plastics,
and other petroleum products, to Oman and the world. To continue to meet the
needs of Oman, and international markets, Orpic is undertaking three strategic
growth projects known as [Muscat Sohar Product Pipeline (MSPP), Sohar Refinery
Improvement Project (SRIP) and Liwa Plastics Industries Complex (LPIC)], in line with
the company’s strategy to add value to the Oil and Gas resources of Oman.
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Sohar Refinery Improvement Project (SRIP)
Strategic Growth Projects
Development plans are underway to include major projects with an expected value of USD 9.5
billion. Through these projects the company aims to improve environmental performance and
extract greater value for its business.
The Sohar Refinery Improvement Project (SRIP) is a multibillion dollar capital investment for Orpic.
The project is in response to the need to upgrade refining capability in order to further maximize the
value of Omani crude oil. At the same time it will significantly improve environmental performance
on the back of the recent progress made by Orpic’s Environmental Improvement Program (EIP).
The Environmental Permits for SRIP were issued in July 2013, and in terms of citing the project, land
agreements
SRIP Orpic’s fuels production will increase by 70%. From the fuels perspective this increase will answer
the continuing growth of fuel consumption in the country, which has grown by 10% annually over the
past 5 years. At the same time, the feedstock need for Aromatics and Polypropylene Plants will be
met, and with the increased supply of naphtha, Orpic will be able to reduce naphtha purchases from
75% of its total requirement down to 25%. The product range will be expanded, with Orpic producing
bitumen for the first time, primarily used to manufacture asphalt, and in increasing demand in the
Sultanate for infrastructural projects. Aside from the immediate commercial benefits that SRIP brings to the business, it will have an impact
in other areas as well. 300 direct, permanent jobs will be created by SRIP, as well as around 2,400
Omani contract roles over the project lifetime. In the region of 900 indirect jobs will be generated by
the multiplier effect SRIP will have on the local economy. In-Country value is an integral part of SRIP
and substantial local business participation has been written into the project.
Muscat Sohar Pipeline Project (MSPP)
The Muscat Sohar Pipeline Project (MSPP) will connect our Mina Al Fahal and Sohar Refineries by
means of a 280 kms bi-directional, multi-purpose pipeline to an intermediate distribution and storage
facility at Al Jifnain, as well as a new storage facility at Muscat International Airport, which will receive
aviation fuel directly from the pipeline. The project is due to be commissioned in 2017.
The first of its kind to be constructed in Oman, it will remove the need for Orpic to ship and truck
refined products. Not only will it bring a new level of efficiency and lower costs to its business, it will
reduce the number of fuel-tank truck journeys in and around Muscat. Heavy fuel-tank truck traffic in
Muscat is expected to drop by 70%. MSPP will help ensure the safe, continuous and environmentally
friendly supply of a range of fuels to meet rapidly growing local demand.
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Liwa Plastics Industries Complex (LPIC)
Liwa Plastics Industries Complex is a transformational project that will improve Orpic’s product mix
and business model, double its profit and support the development of a downstream plastics industry
in Oman. Taking advantage of the growing global market for plastics, it will create new business
opportunities and employment in Oman, and firmly reinforce Orpic as a significant player in the
international petrochemicals marketplace.
In terms of numbers, the construction phase of LPIC will require up to 7,000 Full Time Equivalents (FTEs).
Once the project has been completed in 2020, it is anticipated that 350 operators will be required
to manage the facilities, as well as 150 technicians. The indirect employment effect is expected to
create more than 1,2000 jobs.
Also, the plastics production will have increased by 1 million tonnes, giving Orpic a total of 1.4 million
tonnes of polyethylene and polypropylene production by 2020.
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Environmental Improvement Project
Our Commitment towards Clean and Sustainable Environment
Environmental Improvement Project: Stemming
from our values of putting safety and the environment
first, Orpic places utmost priority on its people, plants,
environment and local communities. We work together
to ensure that we create and maintain safe working
environments, with a clear target of zero harm. We
recognize our responsibility towards the environment and
hence measure, manage and minimize the environmental
impact of our operations.
Environmental Quality Control Center
The Company has recently established an Environmental Quality Control Center which demonstrates
all information and indicators related to environmental monitoring devices including air monitoring
units and flame emissions monitoring devices which can provide employees an easy access to air
quality and emissions data which help them to identify the source of odors and respond to any inquiries
and complaints. It is worth mentioning that Orpic pursued a policy of transparency in presenting and
updating the air quality and emissions data through a direct update on Orpic website.
The Mobile Unit
As part of the Environmental Quality Control Center, Orpic launched the
mobile unit which aims to monitor the air quality in the surrounding areas
and determine the concentration of odors that is emitted.
We undertook a comprehensive plan for environmental improvement in coordination with the
Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs and Sohar Environmental Unit that aimed to implement
a number of projects related to the reduction of air emissions and emitted odors through three main
areas as the following:
Reducing Air Emissions from Refinery Operations
Air Quality Monitoring Data
New systems were utilized to reduce emitted odors and volatile gases which have been successfully
implemented. SO2 emissions from the wet gas scrubber unit were reduced by more than 90%. This
resulted in a dramatic decrease in the number of complaints received from the community by more
than 85% compared to previous years. Also achieving lower burn rates from the main Flare and 60%
decrease in Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) leaking from pumps, valves and equipment.
Industrial Waste Management
Orpic invested in the field of managing the industrial waste which generated from its operations
through:
• Reduce the Amount of Industrial Waste
• Reuse the Waste after Disposing all Damaged Materials
• Recycle the Waste by Local Companies
• Allocate Store to Receive Industrial Waste (hazardous and non- hazardous). The store follows all
standards and requirements issued by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Affairs.
Improving Wastewater Treatment Operations and Reducing Emitted Odors.
New effective systems used to alleviate odors and reduce the concentration of volatile gases. These
systems achieved the desired results and that reflected positively on the surrounding community,
through the reduction in the number of complaints related to odors.
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In-Country Value & Business Opportunities
Productive Links and Multi Business Opportunities
In-Country Value & Business Opportunities:
Vendor Development Program (VDP)
Achieving the economic and social objectives
revolves around raising the lifestyle standard,
improving the production structure and build
human resources who can contribute in
developing the economy and achieving social
welfare. The business opportunities considered
being the cornerstone of economic development
through maximizing In-Country Value and creating
a network of suppliers who have the ability to build
close links and meet the requirements of workflow.
In the field of “Local Vendor Development”, Orpic aims to establish three main initiatives. One of
the initiatives is currently under construction as it is specialized in developing a local company to
produce high quality plastic bags (FFS bags). Also, there are two initiatives under study the areas of
engineering work of valve and its workshops related work. It is worth mentioning that this program
aims to develop local suppliers in sophisticated industries which are not currently available in the
Sultanate. The idea is to find a high demand in specific industry that is provided by non-local supplier
and qualify local supplier to work in the same field by supporting and developing the technical
foundation to be able to provide the service in specific industry in accordance to the Guide Manual
issued by the project management office at the Ministry of Oil and Gas.
1st Research and Development Center of Catalysts
In-Country Value (ICV)
In line with the government’s call to support Small & Medium Enterprises (SME), the ICV team is
committed to provide and facilitate business opportunities for local SMEs through conducting
weekly meetings in order to exchange information and share knowledge as well as encourage
SME’s to register on Joint Supplier Registration System (JSRS). It also introduces available investment
opportunities within Orpic and its strategic growth projects - Sohar Refinery Improvement Project
(SRIP), Muscat Sohar Product Pipeline (MSPP) and Liwa Plastics Industries Complex (LPIC).
Objectives of SMEs Support and Development System:
• Strengthen the Relationship Between Orpic and SME’s
• Provide SME’s the opportunities to introduce their services
• Discuss challenges and overcome obstacles faced
• Introduce E-tendering system (Tawreed) and the way of registering in JSRS
Exclusive Contracts for SMEs
ICV plans are an essential part in all Orpic tenders which exceed USD 1 million. These plans include
seven elements which focus on Omanization percentage, local purchases and services. It
aims to improve SME’s, facilitate opportunities with Orpic contractors and allocate
exclusive contracts for local SME’s only.
W. R. Grace Company is part of Orpic plans to meet the requirements of ICV in term of supporting
national training institutes, education and development center of Oman’s oil and gas sector. The W.
R. Grace Company provides US $ 3.5 million to create a sophisticated laboratory to examine catalysts,
which is the first of its kind in the Middle East. The project aims to create opportunities for learning
and development in different scientific fields includes the scientific specialization for universities
students such as mining operations, chemical and materials engineering. It will also develop the oil
and gas sector in the Sultanate by enhance the technical and specialized technical expertise. Also
the laboratory will develop the educational institution in North Al Batinah specially Sohar University,
where the laboratory located.
The added ICV of the Research and
Development Center:
• Provides Fresh Catalyst for the Operation of
the RFCC
• Provides the Service of Analysis of the used
Catalyst Called Equilibrium catalyst or E-cat
• Employ Four to Six Highly Skilled Professionals
• Intend to Hire 100% Omani Nationals to Run
this Lab
• Provides Extensive Training and
Development for Omanis
ICV Achievements/ excluding
Strategic growth projects
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2016 SME’s Purchase Plan for Exclusive Contract:
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Total Exclusive
Contracts
for SME’s
Made in Oman Goods
Plan
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Actual
2016 Total
Purchase Plan
Assigned
Contracts by
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Orpic Supplier Symposium 2015
Orpic signed supply contracts with a number of Omani companies, SMEs and international suppliers
in the fourth Supplier Symposium in Sohar. This annual event witnesses wide participation from local
and international suppliers. It aims to build strong relations with the current and future suppliers as well
as SMEs in order to present the latest updates and available opportunities across different business
and projects within Orpic.
Also, for the first time ever, “Orpic Suppliers Awards” were announced. This award aims to encourage
suppliers who have achieved outstanding performance in the following areas:
Best supplier committed to HSE standards
Best supplier from the SME’s
Best Omani supplier
Best International supplier
Orpic Supplier Awards 2016
Register as one of Orpic suppliers and enter the competition
Award categories:
○ Best Health, Safety and Environment
Performing Supplier
○ Best Small and Medium Enterprise
○ Best Omani Supplier
○ Best International Supplier
a:
Selection criteri
○ Conforming to Orpic Health, Safety and Environment
rules & regulations
○ Quality of Service / Material delivery
○ Value added initiatives
○ In-Country Value contribution
For more information visit our website or email:
www.orpic.om/suppliers/tenders
[email protected]
www.orpic.om
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Social Investments
Partnership for Sustainable Development
Social Investments: Social responsibility is one of social contemporary life pillars and important
factor that contribute in the economic and social development of communities. Therefore, Orpic
keen to realize the integration in roles by consolidate the relationship with the local community. It
embraced social investment policy within its present and future plans to contribute in the country
sustainable development through social investments projects and programs in several fields. Also,
through it social investment arm “Jusoor Foundation”, which adopted different social projects.
Major Social Investments Projects
Liwa Cultural Center
Liwa Cultural Center is an integrated cultural destination that serves local community and targets
different social and cultural categories. The Center will include a planetarium, public library,
educational center and museum with a total area of 6000 m2. The Centre located in the Wilayat of
Liwa near Al Salam Sports Club and the Omani Women’s Association. This project aims to activate
Liwa cultural aspects and support researchers with scientific references. Also it will provide suitable
area for kids to acquire science, knowledge and unload their energies through fun and education.
The 3rd Batch of Orpic Scholarship
One of Orpic’s endeavor is to develop and nurture
the future leaders of Oman and hence it launched
the Orpic International Scholarship Program. This year,
Orpic welcomed the third batch of students. This
initiative is part of Orpic’s continued support to young
students in North Al Batinah as well as the Sultanate in
general. The programme entailed selecting students
from North Al Batinah Governorate to benefit from the
scholarships provided based on preset criteria’s. Once
applications are received, screening of candidates
was carried out by Takatuf Scholars Programme
and selected students were offered international
scholarships for two years in a preparatory school
followed by another 4 years for Bachelor Degree in
one of the leading universities around the world. Assisted Scholarships Program
Orpic’s Joint Venture with Sohar Aluminium
in Al Batinah International School (ABIS)
has paved way for supporting quality
education in the region. This joint venture will allow for the expansion of ABIS from its
current capacity of 200 to 1,000 by 2021/22.
In addition to the International Community
Section, a new Global Section will open in
August 2016 and will provide high quality
international education that ABIS is known for. The Global Section will have an increased emphasis on
English, Arabic and Islamic studies with the aim of helping children grow into Oman`s leaders of tomorrow.
Falaj Al Qabail Public Park
Falaj Al Qabail Park is one of important social projects. It is a standard park in the region which
combines entertainment, sports and educational facilities. In addition to the green landscape, sports
fields and other services, the park will include scientific exploration center for kids. This center will cover
all educational and sports aspects through edutainment and discovery of natural phenomena. The
total area of the park is 37,000 m2 with a total cost of RO 900,000 and will target residents of North Al
Batinah. The park opened on August 2016.
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Liwa Public Park
Liwa Public Park Project is one of the most
important projects that aim to strengthen
the relationship with community. It is
located in a central location between the
city center and the new residential area
thereby covering the maximum number
of people who can benefit from the park
facilities. The total area of the project is
66,000 m2 with total cost of more than
RO 400,000. The project is expected to
complete in the first quarter of 2017.
Investments Building for Sports Clubs
In cooperation with the Ministry of Sports
Affairs represented by the Directorate
General of Sports Affairs in North Al
Batinah, Orpic and Sohar Aluminum
agreed to support the ‘investment
building’ of Sohar, Majis and Al Salam
sports clubs. The total cost of the project
is RO 700,000. The project aims to provide
sustainable income that helps to fund
clubs sports and cultural activities
targeting all members of the community.
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Initiative and Community Support
Initiative
“We live in an age of science and education. Education and
work are our only means of progress and development within
the context of our Islamic civilization”.
- His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, 1986, on the occasion
of SQU inauguration
Orpic Award for Educational Excellence
Orpic announced its “Award for Educational Excellence” in
cooperation with the General Directorate of Education in
North Al Batinah which targets more than 106,317 students
across all schools in the governorate. The award aims to:
2015 Orpic Cup
28%
Sport & Youth
38%
Education
18%
Heritage
& Culture
11%
Health
& ENV
5%
Others
Field distributions of 2015 social
initiatives & investments
• Motivate Schools to Achieve Higher Educational Performance
• Raise the Spirit of Educational Competition between Schools in all Fields and in a Complementary
Way
• Contribute in Strengthening the Quality of Educational Performance
• Achieve Educational Partnership Between School and Local Community Institutions.
• Increase the Performance Level of Students
• Achieve the Highest Rates of Educational Competition between Schools to Reach a Creditable
Results at Local and International Level.
Honoring Distinguished Students
“Orpic Cup” is a football initiative launched in cooperation with the General Directorate of Sports
Affairs in North Al Batinah targeting the third and fourth place winners of “Promote Your Team” contest
for 12 local teams in the governorate. This initiative aims to strengthen the relationship with the local
teams, create sports competitive atmosphere for youth, encourage talents, and provide indirect
support to the community through local teams.
Al Khadima team representative of Al Khaboora club won the first version of the Cup, after defeating
Del Al Break Team representative of Saham Club in the final match in Sohar Sports Complex, under
the patronage of HE Sheikh Rashid bin Ahmed Al Hinai, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Sports Affairs.
Participating Team
Club
Al Qal’a Team
Al Salam Team
Sohar Club
Al Had Team
Al Aqar Team
Al Salam Sports Club
Del Al Break
Al Saqer Team
Saham Club
Al Shamlawi Team
Al Shabab Team
Majis Club
Khadima Team
Al Jazeera Team
Al Khaboora Club
Batha Al Sahel Team
Al Nojm Team
Al Swuaiq Club
Orpic Regatta
Heritage is an essential part of the national
identity and handing it to future generation is
our collective responsibility. Therefore, Orpic
organized a regatta for traditional boats in
collaboration with the General Directorate
of Sports Affairs in North Al Batinah. The
2015 race witnessed a wide participation
from more than 17 boats across various
categories.
A Family festival accompanied the Regatta including a number of activities like
traditional and modern beach games, children competitions, traditional musicals
band and maritime exhibition of fishing tools used by Omanis in ancient times.
Improving the education is not limited to providing
educational facilities and tools, but actually it expands to the
importance of motivating human resources and encourages
them to exert their maximum capacity to pursue excellence.
Therefore, Orpic in collaboration with the Directorate General
of Education in North Al Batinah honored 37 distinguish students
of general diploma for the academic year 2015/2016.
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Community Support
Education Sector
“My Craft, My Future”
An Omani craft industry is a promising social and economic development for Omani society. Orpic
supports initiatives that serve this aspect, including, but not limited “My Craft, My Future” exhibition
organized by Hawa bint Yazeed School for the third year in a row. The exhibition showcased a number
of initiatives for young entrepreneurs who have the potential to be successful.
Learn and Fun in Healthy and Safe Environment
As part of its ongoing support to the local community, Orpic has funded the Kids corner at Omani
Women’s Association, Shinas. This support aims to improve the association’s facilities and offer an
educational and secure environment for children to exercise and apply their skills. This will further
contribute in helping children achieve a combination of physical as well as mental activity.
The School Bag Project
“Reduce the Burden of School Bags” is a project
implemented by Hind bint
Al Muhallab School for
Basic Education in Sohar and funded by Orpic. The aim
of the project
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is to educate students and their parents’
about the risks of carrying heavy school bags, and
taught the ideal way of organizing and carrying school
bag. Moreover, the school allocates specific shelf for
each student to keep their books according to their
time table.
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Health and Community
Al Maqham Healthy Village
Raising awareness on different health issues and improve the quality of services in villages is an
important issue, Orpic extended support to Al Muqham Healthy village in Al Rustaq, which chosen
by the Ministry of Health and UNICEF to be a ‘Model Health Village’. This support emphasizes the
importance of effective partnership between the community and institutions in all fields, including
health sector.
Sport for all
In order to build a synergy and enhance collaborative environment between the private sector
and government entities, Orpic funded the “North Al Batinah Governor Cup” (A 5 aside) football
tournament for the second year in a row. The tournament held at Sohar Sport Complex and with
the participation of several teams from various government and private institutions in North AlBatinah. North Al Batinah General Directorate of Education won the tournament after defeating
Vale Oman Pelletizing Company team.
In the same context, Orpic funded Liwa Football Tournament in its second edition. The tournament
held at Al Salam Club with the participation of several teachers’ teams from various Schools in Liwa.
The tournament aims to encourage sports and raise awareness of the importance of sports for a
healthy lifestyle. Sohar bin Al-Abbas School for Basic Education won the tournament cup in the final
match.
Social Cultural Center
Orpic provided support to the Cultural Center
of Ghadfan Sports Club which is a part of
Al Salam Club. This center contributes to
enhance the social and cultural role of local
teams and provide services which enable
youth to spend their free time efficiently.
The center provides many facilities such as
computer room, public library, and places to
hold training courses targeting all categories
of society.
“Your Decision Determines your Fate”
Orpic participated in the 32nd Traffic Week of Gulf Cooperation Council organized by Royal Oman
Police (ROP) under the title “Your Decision Determines your Fate”. The company supports a series of
activities in Sohar and Liwa including lectures, awareness videos, an exhibition and competitions.
Anti-Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
Orpic supported the participation of the Willayats of Sohar and
Liwa in the national social competition which was held under the
title “Reduce the Spread of Drugs and Psychotropic Substances”.
Health Committees of different Wilayats compete in the field of
spreading awareness among teenagers and youths about the
dangers of drugs and the serious consequences of addiction. This
competition is a part of the National Committee for Narcotics
and Psychotropic Substances strategy which will continue for a
period of two years.
Assistive Apparatus for Al Noor Association
To encourage people to take part and engage effectively in the society, Orpic funded Al Noor
Association for the Blind in Sohar. The fund is to provide Assistive Apparatus like Braille Sense and
Perkins devices, which will enhance the provided services for the blind in North Al Batinah and
activate their role and positive contribution towards the community.
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Community School Program
Awareness.. knowledge.. and building capacity
Community School: Community School is a series of educational activities and lectures that aim
to enrich students and the local community as well as share their experience with trainees in different
disciplines.
Safety First
Road Safety Award 2015
In recognition of the continuous efforts in raising traffic safety awareness, Orpic secured the 3rd
place at the 2015 Oman Road Safety Competition in the institutions and private sector company’s
category which organized by Royal Oman Police (ROP) represented by its Traffic Safety Institution.
Road Safety Awareness Campaign
Orpic conducted an awareness campaign on “Road Safety” in Salalah Gardens Mall, in cooperation
with Royal Oman Police, wherein a series of activities and events that address different demographics
conducted, including: Best Road Painting by children, mobile traffic bus as well as showcasing
a number of movies and awareness programs on road safety. This campaign aims to increase
awareness about traffic rules and the importance of adhering to those rules. About 1500 were directly
benefitted from this awareness campaign.
Traffic awareness for school students
In the same context of traffic safety, Orpic organized
traffic safety campaign for school students, which
hosted by Al Rabe’e bin Habib School in Sohar in
cooperation with the Royal Oman Police and North
Al Batinah General Directorate of Education. This
campaign designed to familiarize students with the
rules and procedures of road safety and the proper
behavior in the case dangerous situation among
school students as they are the future of Oman.
Defensive Driving Course for Bus Drivers
Orpic organized Defensive Driving training course for
School bus drivers in coordination with Traffic Safety
Institute of Royal Oman Police (ROP) and North Al
Batinah General Directorate of Education. The main
aim of this course is to instill traffic safety concept
among drivers thereby enabling them to respond to any
kind of emergencies situations. Also, to improve school
transportation system and ensure safety of Students.
The course included theoretical aspects and a number
of practical exercises such as checking tires, engine,
seat belts and traffic lines regulations. It concluded
by honoring bus drivers who has passed the tests by
completing 60 hours of training successfully. It is worth
mentioning that this course is the second of its kind with
60 drivers participated.
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HSE and Firefighting Training Program
Securing safe and sustainable environment is the responsibility of everyone. In Orpic we work to
achieve a unified objective of creating accidents-free work environment and spread community
awareness regarding occupational health and safety. Therefore, a training program on Health,
safety, environment and Firefighting organized for supervisors of North Al Batinah General Directorate
of Education. The program is accompanied by detailed information about the firefighting operations
to upgrade supervisors’ awareness about the ideal behavior in case of emergency and maintain the
highest safety level.
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Earth Hour 2016
In line with Orpic core value to put safety and environment first, Orpic organized an environment
awareness event in celebration of 2016 Earth Hour in Al Resala School for Basic Education. The event
organized in cooperation with Director of Environment & Climate Affairs and Director of Agricultural
Research in North Al Batinah. It included awareness session about climate change on the Sultanate
for more than 200 students who are directly benefited.
“SChemE” Chemical Forum at SQU
Orpic funded the Society of Chemical Engineering (SChemE) forum at SQU. The 5 days exhibition
showcased the Petrochemical and Refineries through prototypes models and other various simulation
processes that help to enhance and expand student knowledge in this field and on Chemical
Engineering in general. It is worth mentioning that Chemical Engineering students from various
Universities and Colleges were given the opportunity to demonstrate their projects and research
through participation in exhibition. The exhibition was attended by visitors from Universities, Colleges,
and Schools.
Education...building and prosperity
Career Guidance Workshop
Orpic in collaboration with North Al Batinah General Directorate of Education organized a program
on “How to determine your career path” targeted school students in the grades (9-10) to guide
them in choosing a major that suits their desires and capabilities. A number of other factors were also
discussed in the program like decision-making.
English Language Competition
Orpic supported the second edition of the annual English Language Competition for Liwa and
Shinas Schools. This competition aimed to encourage students to learn English Language and
develop their reading, writing, speaking and communications skills through connecting education
with entertainment. The Competition was organized and supervised by North Al Batinah General
Directorate of Education.
Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
“Be Proactive” is the first habit discussed by the
Consultant Ayoub Al Ayoub in the training workshops
organized by Orpic in collaboration with North
Al Batinah General Directorate of Education. It
targeted professional guidance specialists of North
Al Batinah General Directorate of Education.
“Tedx Muscat” in Sohar
As part of its commitment towards developing the Omani Youth, Orpic supported
Oman Medical College in Sohar to organize “Tedx Muscat” which is global
community conference gathered individuals who believes in the power of Ideas
worth Spreading. The Conference included four different sessions and attended by
large number of students and the faculty of the College. These sessions focused
on self-development and professional success as well as the ways to face life’s
challenges.
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Discover the World and Innovate
In order encourage students to bring innovative ideas that can add a country value and to
enhance learning by integrating theory with practice. Orpic supported the 3rd annual Competition
“Discover the World around You and innovate” for school students in North Al Batinah. About 18
schools participated in the competition where students competed to practice what they learned in
their science classes in accordance with certain standards and conditions prepared by the Private
Schools Department in the North Al Batinah General Directorate of Education.
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Health is Wealth
Elderly Care and Community Health Campaign
Orpic recently supported the Elderly Care and Community Health Campaign implemented by the
North Al Batinah General Directorate of Health Services. The campaign included different activities
such as educational sessions in number of health institutions, schools and public forums. There was
also an awareness exhibition to inform and educate people about the early warning signs of ill health.
About 5000 people were directly benefitted from this campaign.
Liwa Marathon
Water play an important role not only in the biological processes of human, but it goes beyond as
it is the basis for major economies and industries in the worldwide; this was the focus of the World
Water Day in 2016 which came under the theme “Water and jobs”. Orpic participate with the world
in this event by supporting third edition of Liwa Marathon which organized in collaboration with
Liwa Municipality to shed light on the importance of water quality and quantity on people and their
lifestyle, as well as encouraging people to practice sports to create a healthy community.
“Light It up Blue” initiative
In order to raise community awareness about autism and to shed light on the social issues associated
with it, Orpic participated with Sohar Autism Center in the World Autism Awareness Day under the
title “Light It up Blue”. Awareness Induction workshop on autism focused on its causes and methods
of care to avoid any negative effects was delivered. The day ended by honoring number of highly
skilled and talented people with autism.
World Kidney Day
Diabetes Awareness Program
Few changes in daily lifestyle, adapt integrated food
with physical exercise on a regular daily basis are
able to protect human being from many diseases
which spread in recent times and in turn increase the
need of awareness. Therefore, Orpic funded Hawa
bint Yazeed School for Basic Education in Sohar to
organize an awareness program targeted the school
students, teachers, school bus drivers and surrounding
communities. The program aimed to increase
awareness on different health issues and activate
schools social role as important educational institution.
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Orpic supported the 8th “Think Kidney” Symposium and exhibition organized by Sohar Hospital. The
symposium shed light and raised awareness about Kidney diseases that is considered a silent killer
and can largely affect the quality of life. The accompanied exhibition included an open stage,
informative materials and dialysis devices. Both events attended by large number of beneficiaries
including Doctors, Nurses, Medical students and the general public.
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Voluntarism Campaigns
Volunteer ... Give and Inspire Others to Give
Voluntarism Campaigns: Orpic engages its employees and the community in volunteer activities
to promote the concept of responsibility towards the community.
Together towards clean Oman
Orpic organized “Waste Free Environment” campaign as a part of the Gulf Petrochemicals &
Chemicals Association (GPCA) annual initiative. The campaign last for three days in three villages
in Al Rustaq. It held in collaboration with the GPCA, office of Wali Al Rustaq, Rustaq Municipality,
Ibn Adam Company for Recycling, Muscat Industrial Development and Services, South Al Batinah
General Directorate of Education, representative from Al Baraa bin Malk School (boys) and Sini
School (girls). More than 500 volunteers were participated in the 2nd edition of the campaign.
Blood Donation Campaign
In association with the Ministry of Health Services - General Directorate of Blood Bank, Orpic organized
its annual blood donation campaign under the title “Give blood, Share Smile”, for its employees in
MAF and Sohar Refineries. This campaign is held to encourage employees to donate their blood,
promote the importance of voluntary work and positive interaction with the community.
Orpic expanded the scope of the campaign by providing support to the blood donation campaign
of Naeem bin Masood School in Sohar which targeted school students, teachers, school bus drivers
and people from the neighboring community.
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Plant a Tree Initiative
Orpic in cooperation with Jusoor and Agricultural
Research Department in North Al Batinah implemented
“Plant a Tree” initiative for Orpic employees as 300 mango,
ceder, and lemon trees were distributed to employees
in different departments. Also, part of another “plant a
tree” session followed by workshop about tree planting
by using vaccination method held for Al Resala School for
Basic Education. This session aims to encourage students
to head outside into nature to care and appreciate their
local environment. More than 200 students participated
in planting trees in school open area.
Date: 30th - 31th March 2016
Time: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: VIP-SR canteen
Date: 30th - 31th March 2016
Time: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: VIP-SR canteen
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Community Engagement
Towards Productive Integration
Community Engagement
Visitors Center
Orpic Visitors Centre is an important interaction
channel with the community, as clear, accurate and
relevant information about Orpic is provided. This in
turn will increase community awareness on Orpic
and its role in serving Oman with pride.
Orpic visitors’ center received more than 2,400
visitors since 2015 until June 2016. The visit program is
organized according to the objective of the visit and
visitors category. The visit is not limited to the center
only, but it extends to all the company’s departments
and projects. Also, a number of presentations are
delivered during visits about different areas like HSE,
business opportunities, ICV and social investment.
Business Opportunities and SME Support
As a part of supporting SME’s, Orpic received a group of entrepreneurs from National Business Centre,
which included businessmen and women working in different fields like media, economic and
financial consulting, safety, technical and engineering works. The group was headed by Malak Al
Shaibani, Director General of the National Business Center who showed her pleasure towards the visit
and believes that it’s a beginning of integration program to visit other companies. The visitors were
introduced to Orpic and given presentation on ICV, business opportunities, procurement, registration
and tendering process.
Engagement and Reach-out
Community Reach-out
Orpic hold regular meetings and organize dialogue sessions with different community leaders to
update them about latest environmental development and introduce Orpic growth and future
projects to them. Orpic received Saham Community leaders headed by His Excellency Sheikh Ali bin
Mansour Al Busaidi, Wali of Saham. The visit includes plant tour and presentations about company’s
performance in various fields such as HSE, business and job training. As well as, in-country value and
social investment and initiatives followed by open discussion in ERS office.
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Eid Gifts for In-Patients Kids
Part of continuous community engagement, Orpic employees share the joy of Eid Al Adha celebrations
with In-patients kids at several hospitals in Sohar. Numbers of gifts and toys were presented to those
kids who deprived of the chance to celebrate Eid with their families and friends. Orpic organized this
initiative for the 3rd year in a row.
Participating on National Celebrations
Orpic celebrated the 45th National Day with the community through direct engagement with
around more than 20 schools and government entities by distributing nearly 13,000 items (including
scarfs, badges and flags).
Also, Orpic sponsored the art exhibition organized by Umiah bint Qais School in Liwa on the occasion
of Oman’s 45th National day celebration. Students had the opportunity to express their love for
His Majesty Sultan Qaboos by drawing expressive and beautiful paintings. Moreover, funded was
provided to the project of largest map of the Sultanate by using Omani currencies, organized by
Rahab School for Basic Education in Liwa. All society members participated in this artistic picture to
represent their love and loyalty for HM Qaboos and Oman.
Bowling Cup Championship
Orpic won the 1st place in the Bowling Charity Tournament held in Oman Bowling Center. The
tournament aims to activate voluntary work and encourage innovative ideas as the income from
the tournament will be used for Dar Al Atta activities.I
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We serve Oman with pride