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ISSUE 101 2015 Public Relations and Communications Qatar Steel Magazine • Issue No. • First Quarter • Under the supervision of

Welcome Note Qatar Steel Magazine

Dear Readers We welcome you to the new issue of Qatar Steel quarterly magazine. In this issue, you will find write-ups on various corporate events participated by Qatar Steel; such as the International Building and Construction Show (The Big 5 Saudi – in Jeddah, sponsoring Qatar Projects 2015 as Associate Sponsor and partaking in the 8th Qatar UK Career Fair 2015 held in London. The issue also features on current activities and functions that took place recently in Qatar; like hosting of Qatar Steel’s 12th Traders Annual Gathering in Banana Island Resort Doha, sponsoring QS Ice Hockey tournament and supporting Qatar Red Crescent’s program ‘6th disaster management training camp’ as part of Qatar Steel’s CSR activities. You will also read in this issue some general topics, We hope you will find this issue useful and interesting.

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Articles & contributions in Qatar Steel Magazine express the views of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the policies of Qatar Steel QATAR STEEL 02 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

HOSTING 12TH TRADERS ANNUAL GATHERING

traders’ network, Qatar Steel the brotherly relations between has succeeded to consolidate its the company and its traders; presence in the markets; locally “We, at Qatar Steel, are proud of and abroad, which dates back to our trading network that covers over 37 years span, full of growth the local and GCC markets, and success. In this regard, I and we hope such gatherings highly commend the great job with our traders would give a that you do in enhancing such strong impetus to our business presence and spreading across relations, and would enable us to the markets. As a result, Qatar boost our communications with Steel has taken such a leading them; discussing various aspects and prominent position in Steel of work and getting to better industry’, Al-Muraikhi said. know the market and customers’ requirements.” Mr. Al-Ansari Mr. Al-Muraikhi pointed said. out that Qatar Steel constantly strives to reach higher levels of Mr. Al-Ansari added that development and growth in all Qatar Steel, through its good industrial operations, to increase cooperation with its traders, its production and revenues, be strives to cater for the needs of With a view to consolidate the guests and extended his committed to highest quality local and regional markets and to its cooperation and business thanks and appreciation to all levels in steel industry, and to meet the customers’ increasing relations with its accredited traders for their cooperation and achieve sustainable development demand for high quality steel traders in Qatar and GCC support, hoping that such fruitful in all fields; economic, social and rebar products, greatly required countries, Qatar Steel hosted the gatherings would foster the environment, in compliance with for building and constructions 12th Annual Traders’ Gathering. relationship that exists between country’s National Vision 2030. sector and the infrastructural Qatar Steel and its traders & projects within Qatar and GCC The event was attended He hoped that the company’s enhancing mutual understanding countries. Besides, Qatar Steel by a large number of local and solid business relations would as well. is always anxious to gain the regional traders, Managing continue with its traders, based customers’ satisfaction and Director & General Manager, Mr. Al-Muraikhi expressed on understanding, mutual trust meet their expectations, through Division and department his delight at the outstanding and common interests. providing high quality products managers and senior employees. results achieved by Qatar Steel Mr. Ahmed Abdul Aziz Al- and satisfactory after sale in 2014 despite all challenges Ansari, Qatar Steel’s Commercial services. In his inaugural address, and spoke highly of the traders’ Division Manager commended Mr. Al-Muraikhi welcomed role in this regard. ‘Through our

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QATAR STEEL HONORS 206 LONG SERVICE EMPLOYEES

• Employees who served the company 35-40 years In appreciation of their in service. devoted efforts and dedication, Qatar Steel recently honored Speaking at the event, Mr. 206 employees, who served Ali Bin Hassan Al-Muraikhi, the company for 10, 15, 20, Qatar Steel’s Managing 25, 30, 35 and for the first Director and General Manager time, those who spent 40 years commended the long service employees for their dedication and commitment throughout their service.

“It is our practice at Qatar Steel to honor the long service employees, which demonstrates our appreciation and pride in our manpower, who are the pillars in achieving our sustainable growth and in marching towards progress and development.”, Mr. Al- Muraikhi declared.

Qatar Steel is proud to embrace the pool of highly skilled employees from different departments and at all levels. Our manpower used to play and will continue to play a significant role in • Employees who served the company 30 years enhancing the company’s QATAR STEEL 05 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

image and operational • Employees who served the company 15 years excellence, maintaining high quality products and services, to meet the expectations of our traders, customers and shareholders.

Speaking on behalf of the awardees, Mr. Kefah Mostafa Al-Mulla, Administration Division Manager, and one of the honored employees made a speech, extending his thanks and appreciation to the • Employees who served the company 20-25 years company’s top management for their endless support and encouragement, and for creating a pleasant working FOR THE FIRST TIME, atmosphere, where mutual respect, friendly employee QATAR STEEL HONORS relations prevail. THOSE WHO SPENT 40 At the end of the ceremony, the honored employees YEARS IN SERVICE. were awarded certificates of appreciation.

• Employees who served the company 10 years QATAR STEEL 06 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

PARTICIPATION IN PROJECT QATAR 2015

Under the able guidance Qatar 2015’) was inaugurated at The 4-day Project Qatar of H E Sheikh Ahmed bin the Qatar National Convention 2015 featured 1130 exhibitors Jassim Al Thani, the Minister of Centre (QNCC) on May 4th. representing more than 2000 Economy and Commerce, the Qatar Steel participated and companies and brands, and 12th International Construction remained visible in print media 21 national pavilions from 40 Technology and Building through advertisements in countries. Materials Exhibition (‘Project various construction magazines. The exhibition provided excellent platform to showcase “Qatar Steel” brand with prominence on quality of products and services delivered under it. It was an invaluable opportunity to enhance its brand image and reach to a wide range of audience including consolidating relationship with local traders and exploring possibility of increasing sales with a high growth potential.

Qatar Steel stand design was unique and drew great interest and applause from the visitors. A 60 Sq. M area exhibition stand looks unique modeled on a traditional design similar in looks of “Souq Waqif”, one of Qatar’s traditional heritage. The stand design was highly appreciated by regional and international visitors.

Corporate activities were exhibited through corporate film in the stand. Brochure and gift items were distributed to the visitors as well. QATAR STEEL 07 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

PARTICIPATION AS ASSOCIATE SPONSOR IN QATAR PROJECTS- MEED

Qatar Steel participated in QATAR PROJECTS 2015, a MEED Conference, held from 10-11 March, 2015 at Grand Hyatt Doha as Associate Sponsor. The theme of the conference was “providing clarity and assurance in Qatar’s projects market to progress investment opportunities”. Qatar Projects 2015 brings together government representatives, key project owners, developers, consultants and latest market developments in projects, especially in building and financiers in the sector to address the evolving challenges of Qatar’s construction field. Due to its strategic importance, the company is project delivery market and highlight future project opportunities, keen to participate in the following years. strategic priorities and master plans. The conference highlighted a number of mega projects, which Qatar Steel’s participation was primarily to enhance its brand are being carried out in Qatar, and the progress made. They image in the region and to consolidate networking relationships include different vital sectors such as infra-structure, oil and gas with top consultants and project owners, exchange knowledge on and others.

TAKING PART IN BIG 5 - SAUDI 2015

Owing to its strategic in building, constructions and significance, Qatar Steel took contracting. part in the International Building The event also provides and Construction Show, “The the opportunity to exhibitors to Big 5 Saudi - 2015”, held in develop in-depth networking Jeddah’s Center for Forums in Saudi market, explore and Events from 9 – 12th March investment opportunities 2015. The exhibition received available in the constructions / participation of more than 260 infrastructural sector, real estates construction companies from and urban projects in general. ME. Qatar Steel is keen to take “The Big 5 Saudi 2015” part in this exhibition every year, is one of the largest building way to further consolidate their other exhibitor’s stand modeled as it provides a good opportunity and constructions exhibition relations apart from getting an on a traditional design similar to exhibit the products and in the Middle East, attracting insight into big construction in looks of “Souq Waqif”. services and to meet its traders local, regional and companies projects in the region. The stand design was highly and customers operating in appreciated and applauded from other parts of the world, Spread over 60 Sq. M area, this market, discuss with them by regional and international who showcased their recent Qatar Steel’s exhibition stand all business related issues and visitors. developments and solutions looks unique while compared to QATAR STEEL 08 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

Qatar Steel’s HR Manager is handing over a memento to the Ambassador of Qatar to UK, H.E. Mr. Yousef bin Ali Al-Khater

EFFECTIVE PARTICIPATION IN 8TH ANNUAL CAREER FAIR- UK Qatar Steel participated in Mr. Mohamed Saleh Al- The career fair is considered opportunity for the students to the 8th Annual Career Fair, held Mahdi, Qatar Steel’s HR as an effective platform for Qatari get aware of the opportunities from 20th-21st Feb in London, Manager expressed that the companies to introduce job that exist in the job market, organized by the Qatar Embassy number of the job applications opportunities, scholarships and get encouraged to join the top in London. A number of Qatari received was 102, and 7 working internship programs that they national company, and avail companies took part in this fair, contracts were signed with the can offer to the students, in line themselves of the prospective which was attended by over students. While 75 students with manpower requirements scholarship programs that these 350 Qatari students studying who applied for scholarship that exist in their companies. companies have to offer. in different universities and programs need to complete Equally, the event is also a good colleges in UK. the required procedure, prior to finalizing the agreement at a The two-day event aimed at later stage. attracting ambitious and high performing Qatari students and “Qatar Steel’s participation graduates, who are pursuing in the Qatar-UK Career fair 2015 their studies in UK, to familiarize held in London comes in line them with the job opportunities with the company’s Qatarization available after graduation, in strategy, aiming at attracting the addition to the scholarships talented nationals and introduce and training programs offered them to job opportunities, by the companies to potential training and scholarship students. programs. Our company is keen to boost the career potentials Qatar Steel’s delegation, of its employees through comprising of managers from HR providing them on-the-job and Learning & Development training and inducting them in dept., met the national students, higher education courses, as and briefed them about the required in their various careers company and different career and disciplines.” Mr. Al-Mahdi opportunities available in added. Mr. Yousef Al-Mansori, Manager of learning & Development Dept. is welcom- different departments. ing visitors at Qatar Steel stand. QATAR STEEL 09 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

SPONSORING 4TH ANNUAL CAREER FAIR FOR UNIVERSITIES & WORK SECTORS AT AL-WAKRA SECONDARY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL

In our effort to provide academic principal for Administrative and students academic careers offered by industrial guidance to high school students, and assist Affairs, a number of independent school companies and educational institutions them choose the right career paths, Qatar principals, event’s sponsors and other officials in terms of internships and scholarships Steel participated, as an official sponsor, from government offices and institutions. programs, updating them on the disciplines in 4th Annual Career Fair for Universities & Qatar Steel was represented by Mr. required by the job market, giving them Work Sectors, held at Al-Wakra Secondary Mohamed Saleh Al-Mahdi, HR Manager, Mr. the chance to meet officials from various Independent School. A great number of Yousef Abdullah Al-Mansouri, Learning & important sectors to enquire about the local and overseas industrial companies, Development Manager and a team of high internships that can be granted to national universities and educational institutions took officials from both departments, who briefed high school students, to complete their part in the fair. the students about the job opportunities undergraduate or postgraduate studies. The event was attended by Mr. Ali Al and internship programs available. They also Qatar Steel is keen to participate in Buainain, Director of the Scholarship Office answered queries raised by students during this annual event, hoping to attract well- at Higher Education Institute, Mr. Ahmed the event on career prospects. qualified and high performing students, Al-Buainain, Chairman of School’s Trustees The career fair aimed at familiarizing to recruit them in the company’s different Council, Dr. Saleh Al-Ibrahim, vice school the students with the work opportunities, departments.

Participation in Career Expo at Texas A&M University

With a view to attract and recruit Qatari graduates, Qatar Steel’s team comprising of Learning & Development and HR Dept. took part in the career Expo, held from 25- 26 Feb, 2015 at Texas A& M University.

Large number of students visited the job fair to explore the job prospects and to seek the suitable future career. Representatives from different companies participated in the event, to explain and discuss the career options, job opportunities as well as internships that they can provide.

The two-day event provided students with an opportunity to meet face-to-face with the employers and discuss on internship, as well as full-time and part-time employment opportunities. QATAR STEEL 010 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

SUPPORTING DISATER TRAINING

to deal with any unexpected companies and organizations, circumstances, God forbid, such and it aimed to promote a culture as earthquakes, floods, fires and of alertness and preparedness to serious accidents.” face any anticipated disasters in Qatar. Mr. Rashid Bin Saad Al Mohanadi, Head of the disaster Every year, the disaster management camp expressed management camp attracts his thanks and appreciation to good number of partners and Qatar Steel on this ocassion sponsors from various companies initiative. “Our partnership with in Qatar-governmental and Qatar Steel is old, and we have non-governmental. The good business relationship event attracted around 350 with them. QRC is providing participants from Qatar and In line with its policy to support Manager handed over a cheque ambulances and medical teams overseas, with a view to form the local community, Qatar to Mr. Ahmed Al-Khulaifi, Head around the clock to Qatar Steel’s trained and qualified community Steel contributet financially to of PR Dept. at QRC. plants, in case of any emergency teams, who can respond to Qatar Red Crescent (QRC), in incidents and to promptly disaster and provide relief support of their program “6th Commenting on the initiative, rescuing the injured and moving action in the event of disasters, disaster management training Mr. Al-Marri said: “Qatar Steel’s them to the hospital, in addition and to improve coordination camp, which was held under support of the QRC’s program- to treating simple medical with the concerned authorities the patronage of H E Sheikh disaster management training cases on the spot. They ensure and national companies in this Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa emerges from our conviction to maintaining the highest levels regard, hoping to minimize the Al Thani, Prime Minister and support various humanitarian of security and safety to the loss of lives and properties, and Interior Minister, from 31st activities to serve the community maximum benefits of workers at to help the community recover March – 9th April, 2015, at Al and contribute to its growth Qatar Steel’s plants. from the effects of disasters if Khor Marine Scout Camp. and development. Such they occur, God forbid. support would contribute to the The sixth Disaster On behalf of Qatar Steel success of the efforts exerted Management Training Camp management, Mr. Saud by QRC, aiming at educating was held in coordination with Mohammed Al Marri, Sales and training Qatari individuals, several public and private sector

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SIGNING AGREEMENT FOR QS ICE HOCKEY TOURNAMENT - 2015 ICE HOCKEY TEAM QUALIFIED TO FINALS

Director & General Manager of conveyed his wishes for the Qatar Steel, are going to hold this success of the tournament. tournament in cooperation with Signing this agreement Qatar Winter Sports Committee, emerges from Qatar Steel’s the organizer of this event. We are support for sports in general, ​Within the framework of the agreement with Mr. Adel Al- also excited that this tournament owing to the importance and role country’s Sports Day celebrations, Mutlaq, General Secretary of coincides with the country’s it plays in the lives of individuals held on 10th Feb, Qatar Steel Qatar Winter Sports. Sports Day celebrations. and communities. Through this signed an agreement with Qatar Mr. Al-Ansari expressed his On the other side, Mr. Al- initiative, the company re-assures Winter Sports Committee for delight in signing this agreement Mutlaq, spoke highly of Qatar its support to most community organizing QS Ice Hockey Cup with Qatar Winter Sports Steel’s decision to hold the events, and ensures to strengthen Tournament, scheduled on 7th Committee, for organizing QS Ice Hockey tournament. He its cooperation in future with the -10th Feb, at Villagio in Doha. 2015 Ice Hockey tournament. also extended his thanks and officials of Sports authorities and Mr. Ahmed Abdul Aziz Al- appreciation to Qatar Steel’s committees on various sports “We are pleased that we, Ansari, Qatar Steel’s Commercial management for their positive events. under the directives of Mr. Ali bin Division Manager, signed the and enthusiastic approach, and Hassan Al-Muraikhi, Managing As part of its corporate QATAR STEEL 013 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

ICE HOCKEY TEAM QUALIFIED TO FINALS

social responsibility towards the The tournament was played from our belief on the importance particularly sports. He confirmed community, Qatar Steel constantly on 10th Feb 2015 in Vilagio of sports and its basic role in that cooperation between the two supports various community Complex in Doha, with the making the society fit & healthy, sides would continue, for holding activities that take place in Qatar. participation of 4 teams. and capable to continuing its more hockey tournaments in the march towards development. future. Mr. Ali Bin Hassan Al- Muraikhi, Managing Director and Mr. Adel Al-Mutlaq, General Qatar Steel is taking this Ice Hockey Team General Manager of Qatar Steel Secretary of Qatar Winter Sports, initiative in the context of Qualified to Finals expressed his delight at holding spoke highly on Qatar Steel’s supporting the sports on one QS Ice Hockey Cup Tournament; initative to hold the Ice Hockey hand by spreading ice hockey “We are pleased to hold this tournament for the second in Qatar, and encouraging the Qatar Steel Ice Hockey Team tournament again for the second year running. He also extended youths to participate, on the qualified to the finals of the QS year on the country’s Sports Day, his thanks and appreciation to other hand. Qatar Steel also re- Ice Hockey Cup Tournament, in coordination with Qatar Winter Qatar Steel’s management for affirms its continual support to organized by Qatar Winter Sports Committee, the organizer their positive contributions to the country’s community activities Sports Committee, taking place of the event. Our participation in supporting different community in general. concurrently with the Sports Day. the Sports Day celebrations stems events and activities and QATAR STEEL 014 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT DEPT. KEY INITIATIVES At Qatar Steel, our approach towards innovation is driven by understanding market needs and developing the customer insight into the right solution. By working closely with Sales & Marketing, we have optimized our products and services and tried to fullfill customers demand to improve efficiency, and creating a competetive edge for Qatar Steel.

The Key Product Development Steel’s initiative is pioneering. Qatar & Sustainability Intiatives are : Aluminum (Qatalum) is producing 600,000 T/annum of aluminum by Under new product 1. (Figure-1) electrolysis process. During the development initiative, Qatar Steel production process they generate successfully produced CAQ (Cable around 350 ton/month different Armoring Quality) wire rod with its kind of wastes consist of carbon 100% virgin DRI material for GSSI content (Fixed) in the range of (Gulf Special Steel Industry), Oman. 70% to 96%. Since the start-up of Supplied wire rods were successfully Qatalum these materials are lying drawn up to 0.84mm sizes satisfying at their yard occupying huge space all the chemical, physical and and looking for some permanent electrical properties requirements disposable solution. for such application. R&D department explored the Under Sustainability 2. (Figure-2) opportunity to use these carbon and recycling objective, Qatar

Cable Armoring Wire used for power transmission FIGURE-1 QATAR STEEL 015 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

Anode butts

Crushing Charging to LF during tapping

Crushed Rebagging Material 20 Kg

bearing materials from Qatalum, in steel melting shop as replacement of lump coke and recarburizer. Trial was conducted at EF’s and result was found encouraging. Anode butts were crushed and used in Carbon powder Charging in EF EF as replacement of lump coke and carbon powder were used as recarburizer in LF to produce FIGURE-2 sustainable steel.

3. (Figure-3) Research on Epoxy Coated Rebar (ECR) - In order to evaluate the actual performance of epoxy coated rebar to address the ever challenging corrosion problem in GCC’s severe environment subjected to high temperature, high humidity and salinity of sea, research program was initiated last year in collaboration with Qatar University to conduct “Long Term Field Exposure Study” and “Accelerated Laboratory Exposure Study”. The research outcomes will be presented to all stakeholders including Government bodies once it is completed. BB- Black Bar, ECR- Epoxy Coated Rebar, CD – Controlled Damage FIGURE-3 QATAR STEEL 016 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) AL-JAMILIA PRIMARY & SECONDARY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL FOR BOYS VISITING QATAR STEEL PLANT A group of 20 students with some teachers from Al-Jamilia Primary & Secondary Independent School visited Qatar Steel’s plant site in Mesaieed Industrial City. The educational trip was aimed at getting a first- hand insight into steel manufacturing. After welcoming the guests at the plant, they were briefed about the steel plant and manufacturing process by Training and Development Dept. Later they were taken on a tour around the various units and sections of the plant. Upon leaving, the guests expressed their thanks and gratitude to Qatar Steel’s management for granting them such a valuable chance to visit the steel plant and providing them with lots of educational tips on steel making which they believe are useful and might help them in their future careers.

ANNUAL SPORTS TOURNAMENT Badminton, Table Tennis, Tennis and Athletics. This sports event Qatar Steel held its annual sports for 2015 between 25th of attracted more than 150 participants from various departments. March 2015 to 8th of April 2015 in Al Maha Club, Messaieed. It is considered as part of our activity to enhance mutual relationships Annual Sports is largely aimed at encouraging and promoting among the employees and harmony among various communities a healthy life style amongst employees and maintaining a good working in Qatar Steel. This year we had sports contests on health in long run.

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GENERAL TOPIC PROPOSED STADIUMS FOR THE 2022 FIFA WORLD CUP™ The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) is the body responsible for putting in place the stadiums and infrastructure required for the 2022 FIFA World Cup™. The SC is tasked with successful delivery of all infrastructure required for Qatar to host an amazing and historic 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar™ which is in line with national development plans and leaves a lasting legacy for Qatar, the Middle East and the world.

The SC is committed towards sustainable development by striving for improvement in livelihoods, conservation of the environment and economic growth in our activities.

The SC has announced five proposed stadiums for the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar™. These are Al Wakrah Stadium, Al Bayt Stadium – Al Khor City, Qatar Foundation Stadium , Khalifa International Stadium & Rayyan Stadium. QATAR STEEL 019 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

Al Wakrah Stadium: pedestrian-friendly outdoor round. The Qatar Foundation The proposed Al Wakrah spaces, schools, a wedding hall Al Bayt Stadium – Al Stadium design draws on the rich Stadium will seat 40,000 and a multipurpose indoor arena, Khor City perfectly embodies history of Islamic architecture. spectators during the tournament amongst other attractions, will the spirit of Qatar. Using The façade is characterised by and 20,000 spectators in legacy serve as gathering points for Al the latest technologies and triangles that form complex mode. Located approximately Wakrah’s residents, enriching life breathtaking innovations, it tells geometrical patterns, which 15 kilometres south of Doha, in the city and providing ample the story of a nation that has appear to change colour as the Al Wakrah is one of the oldest space for work and leisure. welcomed visitors into its warm sun arcs across the sky. The design continuously inhabited areas in embrace, in times of both scarcity reflects Qatar. It is a country that Al Bayt Stadium – Al Khor City Qatar. The design takes as an and plenty, and treated them as is dynamic and changing, yet inspiration the dhow boats that The Aspire Zone Foundation, family — regardless of differences remains rooted in its culture and carried generations of Qatari a stakeholder of the Supreme in background, history or culture. Islam. fishermen and pearl divers. Committee for Delivery & Qatar Foundation Stadium Legacy (SC), will deliver Al Bayt Qatar Foundation Stadium The precinct surrounding Al and the surrounding Health & Stadium – Al Khor City, and the Wakrah Stadium will also serve The new Qatar Foundation Wellness Precinct will ensure surrounding precinct. In 2022, the to strengthen the bonds of Stadium will seat 40,000 and that Education City becomes an stadium will have the capacity community in Al Wakrah. Pleasant, is located in Education City, oasis for both the body and the to host 60,000 spectators, and the home of Qatar Foundation mind. The Health & Wellness will fulfil all FIFA requirements for Education, Science and Precinct will include an aerobics for hosting FIFA World Cup™ Community Development (QF). It and fitness centre, aquatics matches through to the semi-final will fulfil all FIFA requirements for centre, climbing and caving hosting matches through to the centre, tennis course and two quarter-finals of the 2022 FIFA additional football pitches. Spaces World Cup Qatar™. It is being for educational and development delivered by QF, one of the SC’s programmes, a health clinic, an stakeholders. indoor multipurpose pavilion and retail outlets will also be available in the precinct.

Khalifa International Stadium: The Khalifa International Stadium was originally built as a 20,000-seat stadium in 1976, when Khalifa International Stadium hosted the Gulf Cup. The Aspire Zone Foundation, one of the SC’s stakeholders, is leading the renovation of Khalifa International Stadium. The stadium will feature 40,000 seats for spectators in 2022, along with a number of upgraded facilities. New facilities at the stadium will include the 3-2- 1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, which will celebrate Qatar’s culture of sport and the global sports heritage represented by the Olympic Games. The museum, one of 22 members of the Olympic Museum Network, will feature interactive exhibits alongside historical objects, guaranteeing a wide audience and further cementing Qatar’s position as a center of sporting excellence in the Middle East. QATAR STEEL 020 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

MEDICAL TOPIC

DIABETES What is Diabetes? disorder. Most of the food we your body either doesn’t make eat is turned into glucose, or enough insulin or can’t use its Diabetes is the name used to sugar, for our bodies to use for own insulin as well as it should. describe a metabolic condition energy. of having higher than normal This causes rise in sugar level blood sugar level. There are The pancreas, an organ that in the blood. different reasons why people get lies near the stomach, makes a high blood glucose levels and so hormone called insulin to help Diabetes can cause serious a number of different types of glucose get into the cells of our health complications including diabetes exist. bodies. heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-extremity Diabetes is a metabolic When you have diabetes, amputations. QATAR STEEL 021 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

Diabetes is predicted by a Type 1 diabetes • Kidney damage - known The quantity of insulin intake clear set of symptoms, but it still as nephropathy must be closely linked to how often goes undiagnosed. In type 1 diabetes, the signs much food you consume, as and symptoms can develop • Eye damage - known as well as when you eat. Your daily very quickly, and can develop retinopathy The main 3 diabetes signs are: activities will also have a bearing significantly over the course of on when and how much insulin • Nerve damage - known • Increased thirst weeks or even days - particularly you take. in children or adolescents. as neuropathy • Increased need to Checking your blood glucose • Stroke urinate In addition to the symptoms levels above, symptoms of type 1 • Limb amputations - • Increased hunger diabetes can also include dry A person with diabetes has particularly lower leg mouth. to have his/her blood glucose Diabetes is becoming amputations levels checked periodically. increasingly more common In children and younger There is a blood test called the Prevention, treatment and care throughout the world, due to adults, signs such as increased A1C which tells you what your increased obesity - which can urination, increased thirst, The risk of complications average blood glucose levels lead to metabolic syndrome or tiredness and sudden weight loss with diabetes can be reduced by were over a two-to-three month pre-diabetes leading to higher tend to be the most noticeable adhering to medical advice and period. incidences of type 2 diabetes. symptoms. keeping diabetes under control. Blood sugar should be regularly Type 2 patients need to eat Having history of type 1 healthily, be physically active, How many diabetics are there? monitored so that any problems diabetes in your family increases can be detected and treated and test their blood glucose. According to the International the chances of developing type early. They may also need to take oral Diabetes Federation (IDF), the 1 diabetes. medication, and/or insulin to number of diabetics in the world Treatment involves healthy control blood glucose levels. stands at 365 million people, Type 2 diabetes diet and exercise as well as oral Prevent developing medications to regulate blood representing around 8.5% of the cardiovascular disease global population. Type 2 diabetes tends to sugar. In all type 1 diabetics and develop more slowly, usually in severe uncontrolled type 2 As the risk of cardiovascular over a period of months or even diabetics one or more injections disease is much higher for a years. It can also lead on from of insulin a day may be needed. diabetic, it is crucial that blood How fast do the symptoms of diabetes develop? pre-diabetes. pressure and cholesterol levels Treatment for diabetes - how is are monitored regularly. Knowing and recognizing The symptoms can appear diabetes managed? very gradually, which can make the symptoms of diabetes is • Treatment for Diabetes Healthy eating, doing essential. Catching diabetes spotting the signs more difficult. exercise, keeping your weight at an early stage can delay or • Self Monitoring down will all contribute towards In addition to the symptoms prevent the development of good cardiovascular health - above, symptoms of type 2 serious complications. • Food Planning some patients will need oral diabetes can include dry mouth medication for this. and leg pain. • Exercise Diabetes Symptoms It is not uncommon for A long time ago Stop smoking! • Common symptoms people to live with type 2 Before insulin was discovered As smoking might have diabetes for years without being • Polydipsia in 1921 Diabetes Type 1 was a serious effect on the aware of their condition. a fatal disease - most patients cardiovascular health the patient • Polyphagia These cases of undiagnosed would die within a few years of should stop smoking. • Polyuria diabetes may sometimes only onset. Things have changed a great deal since then. The aim of diabetes be picked up during a routine management • Blurred vision medical check-up. You can lead a normal life The main aim of diabetes • Dizziness What are the main long term If you have Type 1 and management is to keep the complications? • Extreme tiredness follow a healthy eating plan, do following under control: • The most common long adequate exercise, and take • Blood glucose levels • Nausea and vomiting term complications of insulin, you can lead a normal diabetes include: life. • Slow healing of wounds • Blood pressure • Heart disease - known Balance insulin intake with food • Unexplained weight • Cholesterol levels as cardiovascular and lifestyle loss disease QATAR STEEL 022 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

WORKING SMARTER TO ENHANCE PRODUCTIVITY

TIME IS OUR MOST PRECIOUS ASSET, AND YET WE LET IT SLIP AWAY.

It seems that there is never enough time in the day. But, since we all get the same 24 hours, why is it that some people achieve so much more with their time than others? The answer lies in good time management.

The highest achievers manage their time exceptionally well. By using the time- management techniques in this section, you can improve your ability to function more effectively – even when time is tight and pressures are high.

Good time management requires an important shift in focus from activities to results: being busy isn’t the same as being effective.

Spending your day in a

TIME MANAGEMENT frenzy of activity often achieves less, because you’re dividing your attention between so many different tasks. Good time management lets you work smarter – not harder – so you get more done in less time.

WHAT IS “TIME MANAGEMENT?”

“Time management” refers to the way that you organize QATAR STEEL 023 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

and plan how long you spend take more tasks than our relaxation. on specific activities. desired potential. This can often result in stress 6. Set up Deadlines: When It may seem counter- and burnout. Delegation you have a task at hand, set intuitive to dedicate precious is not running away from a realistic deadline and stick time to learning about time your responsibilities but is to it. Try to set a deadline management, instead of using an important function of few days before the task so it to get on with your work, but management. Learn the art that you can complete all the benefits are enormous: of delegating work to your those tasks that may get in subordinates as per their the way. Challenge yourself • Greater productivity skills and abilities. and meet the deadline. and efficiency. Reward yourself for meeting 2. Prioritize Work: Before a difficult challenge. • A better professional the start of the day, make reputation. a list of tasks that need 7. Avoid Multitasking: Most of us feel that multitasking • Less stress. your immediate attention as unimportant tasks can is an efficient way of getting • Increased opportunities consume much of your things done but the truth for advancement. precious time. Some tasks is that we do better when need to be completed on we focus and concentrate • Greater opportunities that day only while other on one thing. Multitasking to achieve important unimportant tasks could be hampers productivity and life and career goals. carried forward to next day. should be avoided to improve time management • Failing to manage In short, prioritize your tasks skills. your time effectively to focus on those that are more important. can have some 8. Start Early: Most of very undesirable 3. Avoid Procrastination: the successful men and consequences: Procrastination is one of the women have one thing in common. They start their • Missed deadlines. things that badly affect the productivity. It can result is day early as it gives them • Inefficient work flow. wasting essential time and time to sit, think, and plan energy. It should be avoided their day. When you get up • Poor work quality. at all costs. It could be a early, you are more calm, major problem in both your creative, and clear-headed. • A poor professional career and your personal As the day progresses, your reputation and a stalled life. energy levels starts going career. down which affects your 4. Schedule Tasks: Carry a productivity and you don’t • Higher stress levels. planner or notebook with perform as well. Spending a little time you and list all the tasks that 9. Take Some Breaks: learning about time- come to your mind. Make Whenever you find yourself management techniques will a simple ‘To Do’ list before for 10-15 minutes, take a have huge benefits now – and the start of the day, prioritize break. Too much stress can throughout your career. the tasks, and make sure that they are attainable. To take toll on your body and Key Point better manage your time affect your productivity. Take management skills, you may a walk, listen to some music Time management is the think of making 3 lists: work, or do some quick stretches. process of organizing and home, and personal. The best idea is to take off planning how much time you from work and spend time spend on specific activities. 5. Avoid Stress: Stress often with your friends and family. occurs when we accept more work than our ability. 10. Learn to say No: Politely refuse to accept additional 10 ways that you can use to The result is that our body tasks if you think that you’re improve your time management starts feeling tired which already overloaded with skills and increase productivity. can affect our productivity. Instead, delegate tasks work. Take a look at your ‘To 1. Delegate Tasks: It is to your juniors and make Do’ list before agreeing to common for all of us to sure to leave some time for take on extra work. QATAR STEEL 024 Issue No.101 • First Quarter 2015

Internet Safe Browsing Habits

1. Always check the spelling in the your browsing history, usually for address bar at the top of the screen to marketing purposes. Web browsers ensure you’re at the correct website. can be configured to notify you when a site sends you a cookie. 2. Always look for the padlock and the letters “https” rather than “http” 6. It’s always a good idea to review a when signing into an online account web sites privacy policy to see how it or making online purchases. will use your information before you tell them your details. 3. Avoid shady sites which promise offers too good to be true such as: 7. You may not always be protected free electronics, free software, pirated from all the latest threats as they software and illegal file sharing occur. These are referred to as a websites. zero day vulnerabilities, but if you’re practicing safe browsing habits, you 4. Your browsing history is an insight may avoid a threat that even your into your browsing habits, particularly AntiVirus software couldn’t protect if you share a computer. To protect you from. your privacy, clear your browser’s temporary Internet files and history 8. Remember though that your Anti- after each session. Virus software is not a get out of jail free card to do whatever you like on 5. Cookies are used to track the Internet.