Industrial Insights
Industrial Insights
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- Sania Aziz
- HSE
- Topic: HSE
- Date: 13 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Arabian Drilling, one of Saudi Arabia's largest national onshore and offshore drilling contractor, announced its financial results for Q1’24 with YoY EBITDA growth of 25%
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- Sania Aziz
- Industrial
- Topic: Industrial
- Date: 10 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
DNV, an independent authority in energy solutions and assurance, has unveiled its latest standard, DNV-ST-F207, tailored for hybrid thermoplastic composite flexible pipes (TCPs)
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- Sania Aziz
- HSE
- Topic: HSE
- Date: 9 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Dubai Investments newest report called the 'Annual Sustainability Report for 2023' explains how the group has fared in the past year.
The report highlighted more than 7,900 hours of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) training, strong local supplier engagement with 72% local sourcing, and a commitment to empowering woman, with 12.5% of total managerial roles held by women.
Apart from this, the company recorded a 12% decrease in electricity usage and a 9.5% drop in overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compared to 2022 levels. By implementing proactive strategies to lessen dependence on fossil fuels and transition to alternative energy sources, the company managed to obtain 25% of its total energy consumption from sustainable alternatives, demonstrating its dedication to eco-friendly energy practices.
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Furthermore, significant strides were made through various initiatives, such as the conversion of security patrolling vehicles to hybrid models at the group's subsidiary Dubai Investments Park (DIP). This switch resulted in a remarkable 58% reduction in petrol consumption and a noteworthy 42% decrease in diesel usage.
Over the years, the company has conducted HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) and internal training for hazard identification, mitigation, regulatory compliance, Lean methodology, and HSE. Apart from this, divisions within the group have empowered auditors as well. Through this, internal auditors got trained extensively as ISO Auditors, completing the ISO Stage 1 audit for Integrated Quality and HSE system, reaffirming commitment to quality and safety.
Mohammed Saeed Al Raqbani, head of the Sustainability Committee at Dubai Investments and general manager of Dubai Investments Industries and Masharie, said, “The Group’s relentless pursuit of sustainability is fundamental to Dubai Investments’ operational ethos. The significant strides documented in the 2023 report reflect the Group’s active engagement in environmental management and the commitment to shaping a sustainable future. These efforts are critical to minimising the ecological impact while aligning with the UAE’s sustainability goals."
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- Sania Aziz
- Technology
- Topic: Technology
- Date: 8 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
MENA HSE Review caught up with Justin Endres, chief revenue officer of Seclore, to discuss why cybersecurity is important for the manufacturing industry in the MENA region
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- Sania Aziz
- Industrial
- Topic: Industrial
- Date: 7 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Tristar KSA, a division of energy logistics firm Tristar Group, recently commissioned its fleet and warehouse to handle the safe transportation and storage of ChampionX products. ChampionX, a global leader in oil and gas production chemicals, offers state-of-the-art technology, reliable supply assurance, and effective problem-solving while prioritising safety, cost efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
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- Sania Aziz
- ESG
- Topic: ESG
- Date: 6 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
The UAE's Ministry of Interior (MOI) uploaded ‘open data’ road safety statistics for 2023
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- Sania Aziz
- Industrial
- Topic: Industrial
- Date: 3 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Oman Cables Industry (OCI) has concluded its SHE STEMS 2.0 programme for the 2023/2024 cycle, aiming to empower young Omani women for careers in STEM fields
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- Sania Aziz
- HSE
- Topic: HSE
- Date: 2 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
IOSH’s report, Towards a safe and healthy future of work, highlights the critical evidence concerning the effects of climate change on OSH, aiming to draw attention to the significant global health risks faced by workers.
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- Sania Aziz
- HSE
- Topic: HSE
- Date: 1 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Larry Wilson, author and CEO, SafeStart, explains that there are other beliefs or perspectives besides false concepts of danger that are also inaccurate.
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- Sania Aziz
- HSE
- Topic: HSE
- Date: 1 May, 2024
- Year: 2024
Larry Wilson, Author and CEO, Safestart, pens an eye opening piece on risk assessments
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- Sania Aziz
- ESG
- Topic: ESG
- Date: 30 April, 2024
- Year: 2024
In April 2024, the UAE witnessed its most significant rainfall in 75 years, catching many developers unprepared for its impact on the built environment and surrounding infrastructure
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- Sania Aziz
- ESG
- Topic: ESG
- Date: 29 April, 2024
- Year: 2024
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released a report highlighting the serious impacts of climate change on the safety and health of workers worldwide