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February 26, 2020 Vol. LXXV, No. 9 a weekly Saudi Aramco publication for employees iktva ...

HRH Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz al Saud, Governor of the Eastern Province, kicked off the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 at the Dhahran Expo on Monday. He is joined here by HRH powering forward Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, the Kingdom’s Minister of Energy; HRH Prince Ahmed bin Fahd bin Salman, Deputy Governor of the Eastern Province; HE Yasir O. Al-Rumayyan, Chairman of the Saudi Aramco Board of Directors; Amin Nasser, Saudi Aramco president and CEO; for the benefit Ahmad A. Al Sa’adi, Saudi Aramco senior vice president of Technical Services; and Mohammad A. Al-Shammary, Saudi Aramco vice president of Procurement and Supply Chain Management. The event featured a full program of keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, contract of the Kingdom signing ceremonies, and Excellence Award recognitions for the top supplier performers see pages 2-6 under iktva’s procurement criteria.

historic Jafurah OPEC basket Saudi Aramco gas field project five-week price trend 2020 by the numbers announced $ 64.36 60.29 57.88 Saudi Aramco receives the 55.18 55.29 green light to develop the Jafurah unconventional 12,452individuals from around the world registered to gas field in the Eastern participate in the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 Province — the largest in held this week at the Dhahran Expo, with a the Kingdom. number of agreements signed with international see page 7 partner companies and entities from 11 countries Jan. 24 Jan. 31 Feb. 7 Feb. 14 Feb. 21 during the event. February 26, 2020 the arabian sun 2 company news iktva: ‘Beyond Localization to Excellence’ powering forward for the benefit of the Kingdom

by Eamonn Houston Dhahran Expo — A world-class supply chain is critical for Saudi Aramco to further leverage its competitive advantages Saudi Aramco’s of low-cost production and high reliability to ensure success in the next few decades, flagship program is company president and CEO Amin Nasser told attendees at the iktva Forum and Ex- well on track to hibition 2020 at Dhahran Expo this week. “As you know, we take great pride in achieve 70% our low-cost production and our reputa- tion for reliability. A first-class supply chain localization of the is a critical factor,” said Nasser. Under the patronage of HRH Prince Saud company’s supply bin Naif bin Abdulaziz al Saud, Governor of the Eastern Province, the event heard chain, creating keynote addresses by Saudi Arabia’s Min- ister of Energy, HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin sustainable business Salman, Saudi Aramco Board Chairman HE ecosystems and Yasir O. Al-Rumayyan, and Nasser. ‘embodiment of Saudi Aramco’ HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz tells the audience that iktva is the embodiment of fueling employment Holding aloft his event badge, HRH Saudi Aramco. “All of this did not happen yesterday. It didn’t happen six years ago. It happened 80 Prince Abdulaziz told the audience that years ago when Aramco embarked on a journey where they enthused and motivated the Saudi for young Saudis. iktva was the “embodiment of Saudi Ar- nation to create small businesses and they were offered favorable arrangements. And then, we amco.” started to see a sprinkling of companies also providing services, procurement, manufacturing, and building pipelines.” He said, “All of this did not happen yesterday. It didn’t happen six years ago. It happened 80 years ago when Aramco embarked on a journey where they enthused and motivated the Saudi nation to create small businesses and they were offered fa- sector and described iktva as a three time tance of the iktva program for the com- vorable arrangements. And then, we start- winner proposition. pany and its operations,” he said. “This ed to see a sprinkling of companies also The annual forum and exhibition fea- program is now entering its sixth year, and providing services, procurement, manufac- tured a full program of keynote speeches, represents a sustained and systematic ef- turing, and building pipelines.” panel discussions and workshops, contract fort by Saudi Aramco to not only procure The minister said he and his ministry signing ceremonies, and an Excellence goods and services locally, but to create would work “hand-in-hand” with every- Awards ceremony celebrating the top sup- new opportunities within the local private one involved in the energy sector “in a co- plier performers under iktva. sector, and to increase the volume and va- hesive way” to help ensure the success of riety of exports from our nation. iktva. economic momentum “A stronger country means a stronger “Every year that we congregate here, we Al-Rumayyan told the forum audience company, and that means the network of will see more companies — big, medium, that the Kingdom now has powerful eco- in-Kingdom suppliers and manufacturers iktva Forum and small — and we will see different ser- nomic momentum inspired by Saudi Vision will continue to play a part in Saudi Ar- vice providers.” 2030 and the “significant role” of iktva. amco’s continued success,” Al-Rumayyan and Exhibition He went on to say that gas, chemicals, “As Chairman of the Board of Directors added. 2020 and power co-efficiency will play a big part of Saudi Aramco, I am delighted to have in the forward development of the energy the opportunity to underscore the impor- ‘diverse and dynamic’ Al-Rumayyan is also Governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, and he said in that role he is excited about the opportunities generated for local businesses by the iktva program. “As you all know, Saudi Arabia is open for business, and as we continue along our Vision 2030 journey, the Kingdom’s economy is becoming ever more diverse and dynamic. “Saudi Aramco and iktva are playing a significant role in achieving our Vision 2030 objectives, and there has never been On the first day of the forum during a panel session, Ahmad A. Al Sa’adi, center, shares his thoughts on how industrial growth and diversification can a better time to do business in the King- be supported. He was joined by HE Ghassan A. Al Shibl, chairman of Local Content and Government Procurement Authority; HE Osama A. Al Zamil, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Industry; Saleh I. Al Rasheed, Governor of Monsha’at; and Saleh S. Al Sulami, General Secretary of Saudi Exports Authority. dom,” he said. “As a proud Saudi, I am excited by the impact of what is happening here. Iktva contributes to the strength and resilience of our economy.” Al-Rumayyan said that further growing and diversifying the Saudi economy can only benefit the nation and its citizens, and he noted that iktva has a long-term vision. He added that all involved had contrib- uted to the great achievements of the program to date and that a bright future of opportunity lies ahead for the Kingdom. supplier support Mohammed Y. Al Qahtani explores the theme of how excellence can be driven through localization during a panel session on the opening day of the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 held this week at the Dhahran Expo. Speaking under the banner theme, “Be- the arabian sun February 26, 2020 company news 3 iktva: ‘Beyond Localization to Excellence’ powering forward for the benefit of the Kingdom plate manufacturing facility, and the joint venture between Saudi Aramco, Hyund- The MoUs and commercial ai Heavy Industries and Dussur, to manu- collaborations included the facture marine engines and pumps in the following companies and Kingdom. entities: “Such investment has one primary pur- • Hyundai Heavy Industry pose — to create a highly efficient, cost-ef- • Siemens fective and reliable supply chain,” he said. • Aasia Steel Meeting iktva’s 70% localization goal • Oilfields Supply Center (OSC) is challenging, said Nasser, “but we are • Al-Khorayef Petroleum counting on all of you to deliver.” • Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems He held up the benefits of economic • Schneider Electric locations such as the King Salman Ener- • Honeywell gy Park, the development of a high qual- • Advanced Electronic Company ity workforce, the need to address carbon • XDM 3-D Printing emissions, and the provision of benefits to • Shengong New Materials all associated with iktva as keys to contin- • XINFOO ued success. Combined, he added, these • Saudi Exports Development factors will result in new business and mar- Authority ket share with solid returns for suppliers. • Operations and Training Services “So, iktva must continue to open new Agreement doors of opportunity, by enhancing the business environment for young Saudis, for In addition to the signing of MoUs HE Yasir O. Al-Rumayyan highlights the Amin Nasser touts several of the key successes powerful economic momentum inspired by so far through the iktva program, such as a entrepreneurs, and for businesses big and and commercial collaborations, an Saudi Vision 2030 and the “significant role” of tripling of suppliers’ local purchases of goods small,” Nasser said. “In the end, the best awards program was held to iktva while speaking at the iktva Forum and and services, a 13-fold increase in spending by measurement of iktva and what counts is celebrate the program’s success Exhibition 2020. Al-Rumayyan noted that a our main suppliers in developing local sub- how much positive impact all of us can stories for the year. stronger country means a stronger company, suppliers, and Saudi Aramco suppliers are now have on people’s lives.” “and that the network of in-Kingdom suppliers investing three times the amount on research and manufacturers will continue to play a part and development in the Kingdom since the The iktva 2020 Excellence in Saudi Aramco’s continued success.” program’s launch. panel sessions and signings Awards winners: On the first day of the forum, Saudi Ar- Highest Overall iktva positive numbers in amco senior vice president of Technical Performance: yond Localization to Excellence,” Nasser Services, Ahmad A. Al Sa’adi, and senior • Services sector: Arabian Drilling used his address to underline the critical purchasing locally vice president of Upstream, Mohammed Y. Company importance of supplier support to Saudi The president and CEO went on to cite Al Qahtani, participated in separate panel • Construction sector: Nasser Saeed Aramco. some of the positive numbers relative to discussions. Al-Hajri (NSH) He cited the impressive recovery after last the iktva program. He revealed that as a Al Sa’adi shared his thoughts on how • Manufacturing sector: Saudi Steel September’s attacks on company facilities result of iktva, 56% of Saudi Aramco’s pro- industrial growth and diversification can Pipe Company in Abqaiq and Khurais as a direct result of curement spend is in-Kingdom. be supported, while Al Qahtani helped ex- the iktva program’s ability to mobilize the “Our suppliers have tripled their local plore the theme of how excellence can be Best in Training and supply chain. purchases of goods and services,” said driven through localization. Development: “The importance of our supply chain was Nasser. “There has been a 13-fold increase During the event, Saudi Aramco signed • Halliburton Energy Services reinforced after the attacks on our facili- in spending by our main suppliers in devel- several Memorandums of Understanding Best in Supplier Development: ties last September. The attackers tried to oping local sub-suppliers. (MoU), as well as strategic and commercial • Schlumberger Middle East cripple us and hurt the global economy. “Our suppliers are now investing three collaborations, with international partner What they underestimated — and what times the amount on research and devel- companies and entities from 11 countries Best in Saudization: the world came to appreciate — was the opment in the Kingdom. Their employ- across industrial and business sectors. • Manufacturing sector: Advanced resilience of Saudi Aramco and the deter- ment of Saudis is up by 50%, and female In addition, the company signed a joint Electronics Company Ltd. mination of our people. employment has increased by almost one- venture (JV) agreement with Baker Hughes • Services sector: Baker Hughes “As the smoke was still rising above third.” to establish a 50/50 nonmetallic JV. Best in Female Employment: Abqaiq and Khurais, we were bringing in Nasser added that Saudi Aramco’s sup- The JV will leverage polymer materials • Tamimi Global materials, equipment, and services to ac- pliers are exporting 50% more from the and state-of-the-art manufacturing pro- celerate recovery,” he added. Kingdom because of iktva. cesses to deliver transformational nonme- Best in Exports: “Thanks to iktva, more of this than ever Progress on major “anchor” projects, tallic products — notably reinforced ther- • Manufacturing sector: Jiddah was available locally … I thank all who as- he noted, will also deliver a sustainable moplastic pipes. Cable Company sisted,” Nasser said to applause from the industrial ecosystem in the energy sec- The facility will be located at the King • Services sector: JGC Gulf floor. tor — “projects like an integrated steel Salman Energy Park. International

Ahmad A. Al Sa’adi, Saudi Aramco senior vice president of Technical Services, and Mohammad A. Al-Shammary, vice president of Procurement and Supply Chain Management, pose with some members of the iktva team at the Saudi Aramco pavilion at the Dhahran Expo. February 26, 2020 the arabian sun 4 company news building a reliable supply chain by Eamonn Houston Dhahran Expo — Saudi Aramco has been proactively striving for investments since the inception of the iktva program, Mohammad A. Al-Shammary, vice president of Procurement and Supply Chain Management, told a panel discussion on Day 2 of the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020. “All of these investments add more value to the economy of the Kingdom, and also they will create thousands of jobs for the young Saudis,” said Al-Shammary. “We share future demand with investors. Also, investors will have the chance to be part of the corporate purchase agreements that we undertake with manufacturers.” “Moreover, they will be exposed to the new projects that are coming in the fu- Mohammad A. Al-Shammary speaks on the thousands of jobs for young Saudis that are being created through the iktva program. “All of these ture, which gives access to future busi- investments add more value to the economy of the Kingdom,” he told the panel, which was held on Day 2 of the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 at ness if the investors are localized in the the Dhahran Expo. Kingdom,” Al-Shammary added. He told audience members that his interested investors on future oppor- During a panel session on “Sustainable organization is in constant contact with tunities in the supply chain ecosystem. Industrial Development through Vocational businesses to ensure a smooth iktva pro- The opportunities are designed to open Training,” Nasser S. Al-Yami notes that cess. new doors by enhancing the business developing a highly qualified local workforce is The panel discussion, focused on environment for young Saudis, entrepre- “a key to ensuring sustainability and excellence the topic of “Building a Reliable Sup- neurs, and international businesses — of the supply chain. It will ensure the development of new skill sets.” ply Chain,” also featured Abdulaziz Al big, medium, and small. Mandil, chairman and managing direc- The investments contribute to build- tor of Aasia Steel; David Topping, vice ing an integrated Saudi supply chain and president of Localization of the Eastern attracting new capabilities to the King- Hemisphere for Halliburton; and Rami dom. Al-Turki, president and chief executive officer of Al Turki Holdings, Nesma, and ‘Sustainable Industrial Partners; as well as Ed Whitnell, vice Development’ through training president of operations and managing A second panel discussion under the director MENA of NOV. theme of “Sustainable Industrial Devel- The event included 12 investment op- opment through Vocational Training,” tainability and excellence of the supply needs,” said Al Hajji. portunity sessions covering nine sectors. featured Nasser S. Al-Yami, general chain. It will ensure the development of Updates were also given on the King These sessions emphasized enabling a manager of Procurement, and Faisal A. new skill sets,” said Al-Yami. Salman Energy Park and International vibrant commercial ecosystem through Al Hajji, general manager of Training and “The strength of The National Part- Maritime Industries — two critical proj- the 170 investment opportunities Saudi Development. nership Academies and the drivers of ects for developing industrial ecosys- Aramco shared. The sessions focus on “Developing a highly qualified lo- our success are the diverse stakehold- tems, and training and developing skilled the demand requirements by educating cal workforce is a key to ensuring sus- ers led by industry leaders for industry employment in Saudi Arabia. Schlumberger manufacturing center opens

Mohammed Y. Al Qahtani, Saudi Aramco senior vice president of Upstream, and Schlumberger CEO Olivier Le Peuch, are joined by other officials at the announcement of the opening of a world-class manufacturing center in King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) that supports Saudi Aramco’s iktva program to promote localization in the Kingdom. The center will manufacture well completions technologies such as liner hangers and packers, and isolation valve technologies. The first phase of manufacturing will create more than 200 new jobs over the next few years and help develop a highly skilled manufacturing and supply chain workforce in the region. the arabian sun February 26, 2020 company news 5

The robot pictured above was a star attraction and provided entertainment During the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020, an Excellence Awards ceremony celebrated the top supplier performers for guests. under numerous categories.

(Photos by: Hatim Oweida, Nadiah Buobaid, and Ahmad El Itani/MPD) iktva triumphs

Visitors to the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 examine innovative robotic technologies in the exhibit hall. To the left is pictured a state-of-the art, remote controlled firefighting vehicle that can be deployed to incidents at company facilities.

Thousands of visitors packed into the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 at Dhahran Expo, where they networked and learned of the latest developments in an initiative that has helped transform the energy industry business landscape since its launch in 2015. February 26, 2020 the arabian sun 6 company news behind the scenes delivering an outstanding guest experience Behind every great event, there’s a great team — much of its work unseen. The team behind the In- Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) Forum and Exhibition 2020 has a simple core ethos — that is: “Every guest is a VIP.” As has been the case every year since the initial iktva Forum and Exhibition in 2015, meticulous preparations have served as the foundation for one of Saudi Aramco’s signature annual events. by Eamonn Houston Dhahran Expo — When we look upon iktva, the English proverb “From Little Acorns Do Mighty Oaks Grow” seems fit- ting to describe the evolution of an am- Considered one of bitious idea that was seeded in relatively humble beginnings five years ago. the main pillars of In 2015, an event attended by approximately 600 guests heralded the birth of a the forum, the program that would blossom into a globally recognized brand that has transformed the exhibition creates an way Saudi Aramco does business with its supply chain. environment that Fast forward to 2020, and the billboards lining the long road to the Dhahran Expo encourages proclaim iktva with pride. They feature ar- resting images of young Saudis — male participation and and female — at work in the energy sector. It’s a powerfully symbolic tableau. interaction between In 2020, thousands of representatives from companies across the international global companies energy value chain file through the doors of Dhahran Expo to network, hear of business and small- to opportunities, and be updated on the progress of an iktva program that has captured medium-sized the imagination of a nation. Ahmed Al Wosaibei, discusses progress with Bader Alyami at the Dhahran Expo, the site of the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020. Preparations for the annual event got underway well in advance with a message of opportunity an events team drawn from across Saudi Aramco organizations. The team oversaw a small army of businesses in the and possibility contractors, diligently ensuring that every detail in the venue was up to Saudi Aramco’s stellar standards. (Photos: Ding/MPD) energy sector. The branding of the iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020 helps fortify a muscular message of opportunity and possibility. In A team of approximately 60 people has to mind as one watches the team in action been an event that reflects not only the 2020, iktva stands on the cusp of achieving worked tirelessly behind the scenes to en- — in every sector and aspect of the event. forward thinking of Saudi Aramco, but also its stated goals of 70% localization of Sau- sure iktva success stories of the past and Challenges are faced, but they are faced as the ambition of a country. di Aramco’s supply chain and a 30% lift in future are in the spotlight. one team. Saudi energy sector exports, while training Members of the organizing team have safety at the forefront and creating jobs for thousands of young come from all over the Kingdom to make platform for business Of course, any Saudi Aramco event of Saudis. their valued contributions to the tireless ef- At the heart of iktva is giving subject any magnitude — big or small — is always Preparations for the annual event get forts of those behind the scenes. matter experts and international big players done with safety at the forefront, and the underway well in advance with an events The end result has created a “win-win” a platform for doing business and network- iktva forum and exhibition is no different. team drawn from across Saudi Aramco environment, with Saudi Aramco employ- ing. From a command center within the organizations. The team oversees a small ees from all over Saudi Arabia exposed to One of the main features of the event Dhahran Expo, a team monitors the real- army of contractors and diligently ensures diversity, and people with different back- is the exhibition, which this year features time situation within and outside. Powerful that every detail in the venue is up to Saudi grounds and experience. The companywide even more advanced technologies and de- zoom cameras can scan the road outside Aramco’s stellar standards. collaborative effort has made for an excit- sign elements. Considered one of the main and every room inside is under the watchful The venue itself has expanded over the ing work environment, with each member pillars of the forum, the exhibition creates eye of the command center. It’s a high-tech years to establish itself as a world-class fa- of the team empowered to come up with an environment that encourages participa- operation and involves collaboration be- cility, featuring state-of-the-art technology innovative ideas on every task. tion and interaction between global com- tween a number of Saudi Aramco depart- and cutting-edge design. With an end goal of treating all of the panies and small- to medium-sized busi- ments, as well as government agencies. The Saudi Aramco team charged with guests like VIPs, and putting on a world- nesses in the energy sector. With an emergency response plan in delivering an event marked by excellence class event that delivers impact, the iktva A new area in the exhibition area this place, the security team is ready for any- is youthful and motivated. There’s a clear organizing team set the bar high, with the year — called the “Opportunity Zone” — thing. Every detail is taken care of and sense of duty and pride among them, and idea that exceeding expectations would be brings experts from local companies in the nothing is left to chance. that has been evident to everyone in atten- the ultimate result. field who are given a booth free of charge Saudi Aramco’s K-9 team sweeps the dance this year. Harmony is one buzz word that comes where they can market themselves and Expo three times daily. The command cen- their story, providing them with a key op- ter assumes control in the event of any in- portunity to network with the bigger com- cident and communication with personnel panies. on the ground is constant. It is a hive of New technologies and innovations are activity, but seamless at the same time. featured, such as a robotic firefighter and Other teams from Saudi Aramco play an an android that flies over pipes for inspec- equally critical role in the success of iktva. tions, and these are 100% Saudi ideas and Everything from water supply to air con- inventions. ditioning, diesel generators, and lighting — with a backup for everything — ensure ‘Beyond Localization that the event proceeds smoothly and inci- to Excellence’ dent-free. Working under the forum’s theme of The list of support organizations is virtu- “Beyond Localization to Excellence” allows ally endless, with organizations through- the organizing team to exceed expectations out the entire company throwing the full on a daily basis — representative of one of weight of their support being the event. Saudi Aramco’s core values. It is one of the main reasons why iktva Five years in, the iktva forum has now continues to grow each and every year, and Abdulhadi Al-Doraibi, left, and Faisal S. Alghamdi test the systems at the Dhahran Expo command reached the stage where it serves as an ed- with that growth comes major benefits to center in advance of this week’s iktva Forum and Exhibition 2020. They were just two of the many ucational school for events management, not just Saudi Aramco, but the Kingdom as employees dedicated to making sure the event went off safely and as planned. and meticulous planning. Iktva has always a whole. the arabian sun February 26, 2020 company news 7

The benefits of Saudi Aramco’s unconventional program will ripple out into the Kingdom’s economy in tangible ways. Cranes lower well intervention tools into the hole of a well site in the Jafurah field — one of Saudi Aramco’s main target zones for unconventional gas.

Jubail Dammam Al Hofuf Riyadh Jafurah South Basin Jafurah gas field Ghawar Saudi Aramco announces regulatory approval to develop largest nonassociated gas field to date Dhahran — Saudi Aramco has received energy and chemicals company. tion, which is scheduled to commence in regulatory approval for the development Saudi Aramco president and CEO Amin early 2024, to reach approximately 2.2 of the Jafurah unconventional gas field in Nasser expressed his gratitude to the billion standard cubic feet per day (scfd) the Eastern Province — the largest nonas- Crown Prince and to HRH Prince Abdulaziz of sales gas by 2036, with an associated Development of this sociated gas field to date in the Kingdom. bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Minister of En- approximately 425 million scfd of ethane, The field development plan is subject to ergy, for their support. Nasser added that which represents about 40% of current nonassociated gas field the company’s usual governance process. the development of Jafurah is meant to production. The company also expects the would be the largest to HE Yasir O. Al-Rumayyan, Chairman of support the company’s diverse resources field to produce approximately 550,000 Saudi Aramco’s Board of Directors, ex- and the Kingdom’s economic develop- barrels per day of gas liquids and conden- date in the Kingdom, pressed his thanks to HRH Prince Moham- ment. sates. mad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Jafurah is the largest unconventional Saudi Aramco plans to develop Jafurah bringing online 200 Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister nonassociated gas field in the Kingdom, in accordance with the highest environ- trillion cubic feet of rich of Defense, and Chairman of the Supreme with a length of 170 kilometers (km) and a mental standards. Committee for Hydrocarbons Affairs. width of 100 km. The company expects that the develop- raw gas to provide Al-Rumayyan also noted that the devel- The volume of gas resources in the field ment of Jafurah will have a positive finan- opment of Jafurah is expected to enhance is estimated at 200 trillion cubic feet of cial impact in the long term, which will feedstock for the Saudi Aramco’s position in the global en- rich raw gas, which will provide a valuable start to show on the company’s financial ergy sector, and help achieve its goal of feedstock for the petrochemical industries. results in phases concurrent to the field’s petrochemical and being the world’s preeminent integrated The company expects the field’s produc- development. metallic industries.

is the estimated volume of gas 200 resources in the field, which will trillion cubic provide valuable feedstock for the feet of rich raw gas petrochemical and metallic industries. approximately, of sales gas by 2036 2.2 — is the company’s expectation for the billion standard cubic feet per field’s production, which is scheduled day to begin in early 2024.

Jafurah 425 approximately of ethane, associated million standard with the sales gas, which represents cubic feet per about 40% of current production. development day 550 approximately of gas liquids and thousand condensates — is what the company barrels per expects the field to produce. day 170 km length and making Jafurah the largest unconventional nonassociated gas field 100 in the Kingdom. km width UR young engineers express pride for Jafurah breakthrough Suhail A. Abualfaraj Abdullah N. Kalbani es to contain costs. Today we can by unprecedented levels of objectives and to be a part in I’m grateful for the opportunity I am proud to be part of this see the fruits of all our work, but production optimization, en- the unconventional resources to help shape achievement as we are only starting this jour- gineering, and designing of development in the Kingdom. the company in it has been a ney and more efforts have to be complex multistage hydraulic becoming one dramatic jour- made to meet our objectives. fracturing operations. All this Emad M. Sharif of the major ney where a lot results in an accelerated learning It has been a great honor gas producers of efforts were Mohammed S. Alotaibi program for a young engineer. to be involved worldwide. made to reach Being a part of the Jafurah in shaping the Exploring the this point. These UR program is Abdullah M. Alzamil future of the Jafurah field efforts allowed an opportunity It is a real honor Kingdom in during the past few years is us to expand operations in to gain histor- to play a part in terms of gas. nothing but a simulation of what alignment with the company’s ic experience. supplying the The development is to come for optimum devel- strategy to develop more of the Working here Kingdom with of the Jafurah opment of the Jafurah field in Kingdom’s natural gas resources requires navigat- its energy needs Basin will al- the next 22 years of my career. while looking for ways to use ing through chal- to achieve and low us to expand our glob- technology and other competenc- lenges presented fulfill 2030 vision al energy portfolio. February 26, 2020 the arabian sun 8 company news digitalization solves a ‘sticky’ process by Musherf Alamri gineer with Abqaiq’s Gas Drilling Engineer- Dhahran — Safety and Industrial Securi- ing Department. Mazeedi needs temporary Employees in ty (S&IS) continues to embrace the digital car security stickers because he has multiple Dhahran and those traveling to world with the launch of a user-friendly vehicles. Dhahran have temporary vehicle security sticker app. When he drives to Dhahran for an ap- been eagerly using Employees in Dhahran and those travel- pointment, obtaining a temporary car stick- the new system ing to Dhahran have been eagerly using the er allows him to meet his commitments in since December. new system since December, and all roads a timely manner. He was able to obtain a The new temporary car now lead to the future rollout of the service temporary security car sticker in a quick and sticker system is across Saudi Aramco’s areas of operations. easy way via the new service on the My- available through The new temporary car sticker system is Home mobile app. the MyHome available through the MyHome mobile ap- “It is fast and handy without issues,” Ma- mobile application, plication or a Saudi Aramco desktop com- zeedi said. or a Saudi Aramco desktop computer. puter. Adel F. Al-Wuhaib, manager of the In- (Photo: Mayameen dustrial Security Support Department, ex- AlHamoud/MPD) revamping the system plained, “Instead of having a paper-based Aali M. Al Zahrani, S&IS executive di- sticker on the windshield, a digital layer is rector, said the new system is part of the added to the license plate to identify the ve- admin area’s efforts to revamp its services hicle user. and digitalizing of temporary car sticker is- through digitalization and the optimizing of “This will provide additional convenience suance is significant, considering the com- processes — all while continuing to provide and efficiency, which we are constantly pany’s size, said Alanood Al Rabiah, acting world-class levels of security. striving to achieve through offering new administrator with the Security Systems “This marks the first time in the 46-year and innovative services to meet the needs Support and Identification Division. Safety and Industrial history of the Saudi Aramco Industrial Se- of our customers,” said Al-Wuhaib. “We are realizing the untapped potential curity organization that we can provide an to continue to secure our facilities while Security now issues alternative to the paper-based stickers,” maximum convenience making the process more convenient,” she added Al Zahrani. Due to the digitalization of the temporary said. “Employees get their stickers quickly instant temporary When employees complete a request stickers, the majority of the users will not and security personnel continue to screen vehicle security through the MyHome mobile application, print the stickers, saving paper and reducing incoming traffic — all parties are happy.” they will receive a QR code sticker to display carbon emissions. For efficiency, employees can issue the stickers via easy-to- at the security gate. To ensure maximum convenience and ac- one-day sticker on their own authority. The The Industrial Security Intelligent Access cess, the option is available for those apply- request can be done on the same day that use mobile app. Control System (i-Gate), which has been in- ing via a Saudi Aramco computer to print access is needed, or a day prior. Extending stalled on some gates, can read the vehicle the QR code if the Saudi Aramco apps are the one-day duration will be considered plate number to check the validity of the not installed on their mobile phone. after the program is expanded to include “When I saw the announcement about digital sticker as well as identify the car user. company facilities across the Kingdom. this new service, I was very excited to use it. saving time, money, and effort It was convenient, smooth, and easy to use. ‘fast and handy without issues’ The resulting resource optimization, in- positive feedback It was amazing!” said Abdullah A. Alamri, The new system was given a “thumbs cluding personnel, materials, assets, and The feedback from users has been over- a business system analyst with the Learning up“ from Ahmed S. Mazeedi, a drilling en- employees’ own time, from the automating whelmingly positive. Solutions and Services Department. “In the past, I had to stand in line to get the sticker,” said Meshal A. Albash, a me- how to issue the temporary sticker from MyHome chanical engineer with the Fire Protection Department. “Even in nighttime, there are people waiting. This takes time. Now, I can Open MyHome portal To issue the Open the Fill in the request Finally, the system get the sticker from my cellphone anytime. on your mobile app, or temporary sticker via application, and template fields, will show the This is easy-to-do and saves time.” visit https://myhome. the mobile phone, click on the “create then click on the created request The mobile accessible temporary sticker is aramco.com.sa/ on the employees must have a request” icon. “submit” icon. along with company’s network, and completed a mobile temporary sticker a stepping stone toward digitalizing more search for “Temporary workspace enrollment QR code. services with S&IS that will enhance user ex- Digital Sticker.” access CRM. perience and optimize resources, while continuing to secure the company’s employees and assets. your voice social media — is it friend or foe? When was the last time you checked users to share information, ideas, opin- media has been attributed to being one your social media account? Do you love ion, and self-expression through certain of the roots of youth depression, as sharing selfies on your Snapchat? Or platforms and virtual communities such hurtful contents can be shared over so- posting your photogenic filtered photos as Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat. cial media platforms. on your Instagram account? Let’s face There’s no denying that social media These platforms have less or almost it, most of us are guilty of this. has made us more connected to the no control of what is being shared by Before the advent of the internet and outside world than ever before, em- the end-users, although the moder- social media, communicating with our powering the voiceless and providing ator can later remove it. Social media distant peers, friends, and loved ones us with an avenue to express ourselves is neither a friend nor a foe, but it is was difficult. I remember back in the and concerns over societal issues. While indeed pivotal to the society we’re in old days, my parents used to receive social media was created for the bene- right now. postal mail from our relatives from afar. fit of mankind, it is not without adverse Responsible parenting is crucial to Sending and receiving urgent messag- effects to the users. minimize youths falling into its pitfalls. by Genesis Monterde es back then took so much time, and if While we can’t disagree with its help- Talk to your children, and be aware of Abqaiq you were really unlucky, you might have ful benefits, social media can be one their social media activities. [email protected] ended up not receiving them at all. of the leading causes of mental health Above all, being a responsible user is Fast forward to today, and we’re living problems, such as depression and anx- the secret to enjoying the benefits of in an age of cutting-edge technologies iety. Depression is a serious mental social media, and knowing and under- where everything that we can think of health problem that shouldn’t be ig- standing its potential pitfalls is the key is just a few clicks away, with the emer- nored as it’s one of the many factors to avoiding adverse side effects. gence of social media platforms among leading to more physical health issues. As they say, “everything in modera- the most prominent developments. Many of the victims are the youth, as tion is good, and everything in excess is Your Voice reflects the thoughts and opinions Social media is an interactive comput- they’re more vulnerable and most like- dangerous.” Be responsible, think twice of the writer, and not necessarily those of the publication. er-mediated technology that enables ly to be hooked on social media. Social before posting. the arabian sun February 26, 2020 company news 9 Fadhili Gas Program progressing company’s gas production efforts expand in Northern Area by Scott Baldauf Saudi Aramco Fadhili — Saudi Aramco executive man- president and CEO agement gathered last week for a recog- Amin Nasser and nition ceremony to mark the project com- other executives recognize Fadhili pletion of the Fadhili Gas Program by the Gas Plants Projects Integrated Project Team (IPT). manager Hisham With its capacity to process up to 2.5 U. Derhalli and billion standard cubic feet per day (scfd) other members of of gas, Fadhili Gas Plant (FGP) represents his team at a recent ceremony a significant increase in the company’s gas celebrating processing capacity. The program reflects completion of a Saudi Aramco’s commitment to increase key phase of the supplies of cleaner burning natural gas, Fadhili project. reduce emissions, and free up more crude (Photos: Ding/ MPD) oil for value-added refining and export. It is also an enabler for the Kingdom’s vision to reduce domestic dependency on oil burning to generate power, by increasing its Attendees at the recognition ceremony Fadhili by the numbers of gas from Hasbah will be processed to production of sales gas to 12.2 billion scfd included president and CEO Amin Nasser, supply sales gas to the MGS, the lower this year. Upstream senior vice president Moham- 300,000 cubic meters of energy gas from Khursaniyah will be sent med Y. Al Qahtani, Project Management concrete used in construction to an adjacent combined heat and power vice president Fahad E. Al-Helal, Northern (CHP) plant at Fadhili, co-owned by Saudi 100,000 tons of structural Area Oil Operations vice president Dawood steel used in construction Aramco, Saudi Electricity Company, and Timeline M. Al-Dawood, Petroleum Engineering and Engie. The CHP plant has a capacity of 1.5 Fadhili Gas Plant Development vice president Nasir K. Al 9,000 kilometers of cables used gigawatts (gWs) partially for company use, Naimi, Gas Operations vice president Ab- with the remainder supplied to the national dullah M. Al Ghamdi, Procurement, and In- 1,700 pieces of equipment power grid. formation Technology vice president Yousef installed A. Al Ulyan, among others. leading in sulfur recovery 2020 4,500 permanent jobs created for 98% of project completed; once Saudis in construction companies With six sulfur recovery trains, Fadhili is completed, FGP will have a capacity of 2.5 driving growth, enabling the first Saudi Aramco gas plant designed billion scfd industry, reducing emissions 210 million safe man-hours to achieve a minimum of 99.9% sulfur Nasser congratulated Project Manage- recovery, protecting air quality from emis- ment, Gas Operations, Northern Area Oil sions. In another first, a unique technology Dec. 2019 Operations, and numerous support organi- has been deployed in Fadhili utilizing turbo- Second stage of project completed, reaching zations for delivering the Fadhili project on the Fadhili project was the implementation chargers to reduce energy consumption by 1.5 billion scfd per day production from both schedule and on budget. of the Capital Management System (CMS) 55 gWs per year. Hasbah and Khursaniyah onshore fields “Fadhili’s true importance lies in what it under project sponsor Ahmad A. Al-Sa’adi, This is not only the first installation in means for the Kingdom,” said Nasser. “This Technical Services senior vice president. Saudi Aramco, but also the first in the oil plant will not only drive economic growth, “The implementation of CMS enabled and gas industry worldwide. it is enabling industrial development and the project team to increase capital effi- A turbocharger utilizes the high pressure Oct. 2019 also reducing emissions in the process. ciency, and as a result of benchmarking of of the incoming gas stream and converts First stage of project completed, and 1 billion scfd production begins Fadhili is the first plant to treat nonassoci- Fadhili against our peers in the industry, it to mechanical energy that drives our cir- ated gas from both onshore and offshore we found that the Fadhili project delivered culation pumps. This results in a significant fields, and Fadhili is the first Saudi Aram- at lower costs,” said Fahad A. Al Ammari, reduction in our facility’s energy require- co plant designed from the start to use Tail general manager of Upstream Project Man- ments, reducing our carbon footprint and 2018 Gas Treatment, allowing it to achieve a sul- agement. availing power to other users in the King- Construction reaches peak of manpower fur recovery of more than 99.9%.” ‘’The program scored more than 210 mil- dom. with 25,000 workers Now at 98% of project completion, the lion safe hours, managed to be achieved by These turbocharged pumps also offer sig- FGP is already processing up to 1.5 billion implementing a stringent safety program nificant environmental benefits, reducing

scfd of gas from two separate fields — the with more than 25,000 workers at the CO2 emissions by 60 tons per year. 2016 offshore Hasbah field, and the onshore peak of construction,” FGP Projects man- Fadhili project planners were also care- Construction begins Khursaniyah field. Within the next few ager Hisham U. Al Derhalli said. “Massive ful to make sure that the most stringent months Fadhili will reach full capacity, and procurement efforts were made through- safety standards were applied through all as part of the company’s Master Gas Sys- out the program, contributing to the local phases of the project. Project safety officials 2015 tem (MGS) will help to meet the Kingdom’s economy of the Kingdom by placing 46% conducted three major safety initiatives to Lump Sum Turn Key (LSTK) agreement growing demand for energy. of the purchase orders with local vendors.‘’ guide and monitor safe work practices at signed with Engineering Procurement and “Fadhili is one of a new generation of the worksite. That attention to detail paid Construction (EPC) contractors Saudi Aramco projects that are meeting different types of gas major dividends. and exceeding industry standards for cap- from different fields “I’m proud to be part of the integrated ital efficiency and environmental steward- With its five gas treatment trains, Fadhi- project team that made a vision on paper 2014 ship,” said Al-Helal. li is one of the first gas plants designed to to be a running facility, adding a new asset Front End Engineering and Design process two different types of gas from two to the company’s portfolio,” said Moham- (FEED) begins Capital Management System different fields — Hasbah Offshore and med E. Al-Madani, who is with the Project One of the key enablers for success of Khursaniyah Onshore. While both the Has- Controls Division on the Fadhili project and bah and Khursaniyah fields produce non- served as master of ceremony for the rec- associated gas, the gas from Khursaniyah ognition ceremony. 2013 is of a lower energy content than the gas Fadhili Gas Plant (FGP) proposed from Hasbah. So, while the 2 billion scfd February 26, 2020 the arabian sun 10 company news Hawiyah safety campaign focuses on working ‘Hand in Hand for Zero Incidents’ Hawiyah — More than 4,200 contrac- performance. Several simulators and vi- tors and 16 service providers recently de- sual cues were used to help contractors scended on the Hawiyah Contractor Res- practice complex tasks, providing a real- idential and Industrial Park for Southern istic imitation of the work activities and Area Oil Operations’ (SAOO) “Hand in potential hazards. Hand for Zero Incidents” safety campaign. The event covered a wide spectrum of The five-day event was designed to topics, including: provide a comprehensive safety program, • Work Permit with a goal of promoting continuous • Lockout Tagout improvement and excellence in safety • Confined Space performance across the contractor work- • Fall from Height force. • Driving Safety The campaign was organized by the • Excavation Requirement North and Central Ghawar Gas Produc- • Position Yourself in a Safe Location ing Department (NCGGPD), in collabora- • Rigging Hardware tion with the Loss Prevention Department • Heavy Equipment (LPD). • Potable Power Tools Home and environmental safety also ‘Lifesaving Rules’ and were a focus. other important topics LPD identified that the majority of fatal hands-on learning drives incidents over the past decade were due home safety messages Nineteen local and international vendors and service providers participated in the “Hand in Hand for to unsafe behaviors. To address this, eight Southern Area Gas Producing general Zero Incidents” safety campaign — one of the largest ever held in the Southern Area. Here, Samer S. “Lifesaving Rules” were developed and manager Samer S. Al Ashgar inaugurated Al Ashgar listens to a presentation from one of the vendors. The five-day event was designed to provide a comprehensive safety program, with a goal of promoting continuous improvement and launched in six languages. the event, alongside NCGGPD manager excellence in safety performance across the contractor workforce. (Photo: Ding/MPD) The rules include: Khalid A. Al Abdulqadir, who welcomed 1. Obtain a valid work permit when re- attendees and praised the efforts of the quired organizing committee. one of the largest safety means of sharing safety requirements.” 2. Verify isolation before starting any “With such a wide range of safety top- Mohammed Khan, a contractor working work ics being covered, along with hands-on campaigns ever at the Hawiyah Expansion Project, noted 3. Obtain authorization before entering training, we will undoubtedly improve Nineteen local and international vendors that “the campaign had highly valuable a confined space our safety performance in the area,” said and service providers participated in the information, which will definitely improve 4. Use required fall protection equip- Al Abdulqadir. “Contractors are a major event — one of the largest ever held in contractor safety culture.” ment when working at heights stakeholder of Saudi Aramco operations, the Southern Area. Perem Encing, supervisor, said, “My 5. Follow all traffic safety rules and ensuring that we work “hand in “This campaign is unique in the sense crew and I were very pleased to attend 6. Obtain authorization before starting hand” to achieve zero incidents will re- that it was a one-stop shop where over this campaign. A lot of very useful safety excavation activities quire a collaborative effort.” 4,200 members of contractor man- information was shared.” 7. Use the required personal protection Abdullah H. Al-Bakhat, the campaign’s agement and employees participated “Achieving zero incidents is a big chal- equipment for your job chairman, conducted a tour of the safety in hands-on training of the Lifesaving lenge that requires continuous effort from 8. Position yourself in a safe location. exhibition for members of Saudi Aramco Rules,” said Abdillahi Mohamud, LPD su- each and every employee and contractor,” During the recent SAOO campaign, the management, in addition to executive pervisor. “In addition, the simulators and Al-Bakhat concluded. “It is up to us to team focused on these rules in multiple management from more than 50 contrac- multiple language translation (Urdu, En- work together to ensure that we deliver languages to improve contractor safety tor companies. glish, and Arabic) proved to be the right on this objective.”

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Seven Moments for After using a colleague’s Before and after keyboard or tools Hand Hygiene in the your lunch Workplace After reading newspapers or Before and magazines on your break after meet and or in communal areas greet activity in your of ce

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Handwashing prevents illnesses and the spread of infections to others: Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. • Reduces respiratory illnesses, such as colds, in the general population by 21% • Reduces the number of people who get sick with diarrhea by 31% Source: www.cdc.gov/handwashing/why-handwashing.html

Get the latest Novel Coronavirus (-nCoV) news from Get the latest travel recommendations, find out who’s at risk, view the types of JHAH coronaviruses, and get insights from Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare experts. guess who oversaw the Lulu commissary? by Ejiro Ombe

Abqaiq — Guess who recently oversaw Lulu’s business operations for an hour in Abqaiq? If you guessed the Abqaiq Girl Scouts, you guessed right. The girls surprised the entire community as they rendered quality services to them, welcoming customers with a heartwarming smile at the door, un- loading groceries from the trollies at the checkout counter, and helping bag them while assisting staff in organizing their products on the shelves, as well as attaching the correct price tags. And with a list from their mothers, they even did some grocery shopping for their families. The Girl Scouts are about developing strong values, strong minds, strong bodies, strong spirit, strong friendships, strong skills, strong leadership, and a strong community. The remainder of the 2019-2020 calendar looks to feature a number of educational and fun activities that will boost these strengths in the girls. Thanks to the kindhearted leaders, the Girl Scout mothers, as well as board members — wom- en willing to roll up their sleeves and get down to business — our future leaders are allowed to have Girl Scouts took to the aisles and the counters at the Abqaiq commissary as guest workers for the day for Lulu, surprising the entire community as they tackled tasks ranging from great experiences such as this community minded welcoming customers, to stocking shelves, to even bagging the groceries and buying their effort. own food and staples. (Photos: Shama Egbe) the arabian sun February 26, 2020 community news 12 Aramcons on the move in Al-Ula

A group of 76 Aramcons recently flew to Al-Ula, one of the Kingdom’s undiscovered wonders, for a weekend packed with activity and adventure. Fifty-five Aramcons participated in the second annual EcoTrail Race, which took them past dramatic landscapes, rock formations, canyons, and deep into desert valleys. Those not interested in running hiked for 10 km, most notably past Elephant Rock — an iconic Al-Ula rock formation. Organized jointly by SAEA, the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG), and a local vendor, the weekend camping trip included a hike through the canyons of Al-Ula on Friday, prior to the race on Saturday. People not participating in the race had the opportunity to visit neighboring Madain Salih, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The archaeological site was the first to be inscribed in Saudi Arabia in 2008. Located in the northwest part of the country, it features well-preserved monumental tombs with decorated st facades dating from the 1 century SAEA members stayed in colorful tents in the shadow of Al-Ula’s majestic rock formations. The location was a farm on the outskirts of the city and the BC to the 1st century AD. 5:15 a.m. alarm clock was the resident rooster.

Friday’s hike was strenuous at times, but included spectacular natural beauty. Fellow Aramcon Petrogylphs showed signs of the people who There were photo opportunities aplenty for geologists on the trip were able to point out interesting rock formations and their history. lived in this area long ago. those on the weekend trip to Al-Ula. hitting the EcoTrail for a memorable race

EcoTrail was founded in Paris for the since 2008 and lives in Ras Tanura, where loose rocks and giant boulders. I was not purpose of promoting trail races in urban he also coaches runners. Breuer shares his at ease. I started to lose my focus and my environments, and all participants com- personal race report. legs were cramping up. My progress dra- mit to respecting the environment. This matically dropped — my slowest km was means taking your own eco-cup during a personal journey 22 minutes in the rugged terrain. the race. If caught littering during the It was 6:30 a.m. and I started on a com- The last 4 km were demanding because event, racers are disqualified. fortable pace to warm up. I let the fast- of the loose sand, but surprisingly, my This year, more than 550 participants est runners break away while I focused fuel tank was not empty and I cruised from all over the world competed in four on controlling my pace. After 20-km, I through this last section. I was relieved to events: 10-km run, 10-km hike, 45-km picked up my pace as we went through see the finish line after a last steep dune run, and 83-km run. Among those par- more difficult sections and I started to and crossed the line after eight hours ticipants — thanks to the support of the overtake people. and 35 minutes of effort and an eleva- Saudi Aramco Employees Association — I kept pushing the pace until the 64- tion gain of 1,125 meters. I was delight- were 55 company employees and depen- km mark, where we entered the technical ed about finishing second. It was one of dents, who made the trip to the prehis- section. I was stopping at every aid sta- those days when you feel you can do any- toric site of Al-Ula to test their mettle. tion now for water, and snacked on my thing! Pierre Breuer, a geologist with Saudi Ar- homemade granola bars. Well-known runner Michael Wardian Pierre Breuer placed second in the men’s amco, placed second in the men’s 83-km The technical section was terrifying, as won the race, finishing 16 minutes before 83-kilometer race. race. Breuer has been with the company we had to climb steep gullies filled with me. It was an honor to race with him. the arabian sun February 26, 2020 community news 13

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Ithra Heroes Adventure Feb. 29 10:30 a.m.

The Cave The Cave Feb. 29 noon The Cave is an exploratory film where microbiologist March 2 6:15 p.m. Dr. Hussam Zawawi and speleologist Dr. Francesco Sauro take us on an expedition to produce new scientific research for “A Study of Microbes in The Son of Bigfoot Caves.” Feb. 26, 27, 28, 29 4:20 p.m. Feb. 26, 27, 28, 29 6 p.m. March 2, 3, 4 6 p.m.

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The Son of Bigfoot Mission Kathmandu A teenage boy sets off on a journey to find his missing father, only to discover that he’s actually March 3 3:45 p.m. Bigfoot.

Zero Distance A photographer faces his questionable past when he finds a picture of a dead body on his apartment floor, and his pistol missing a bullet.

Mission Kathmandu Quebec, 1956. The destinies of Nelly Maloye, a novice private eye, and Simon Picard, a research scientist at the local university, unexpectedly meet. Bankrolled by an ambitious client, the impulsive and headstrong Maloye joins the methodical and pragmatic Picard in a dubious quest to prove the existence of the elusive Yeti. Along with Tensing, their young Sherpa guide, and Jasmin, a chatty myna bird, the brave-hearted heroes come face- to-face with countless dangers during their trek through the heart of the Himalayas.

The Arabian Sun is a weekly North Admin Building, Room AN- Publishing director: Articles and coverage can be Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi publication issued free of charge 1080, C-05A, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia Meteb F. Al Qahtani (A) requested through the company’s Aramco) is a joint stock company, with by the Corporate Communication Telephone (013) 876-0374 Editors: Jamsheed Din, Todd Williams CRM system. certificate of registration number Support Department for Email: [email protected] Editorial staff: Jeff McCoshen, Correspondence may be addressed 2052101105, having its principal office Saudi Aramco employees. ISSN: 1319-156X Musherf Alamri, Eamonn Houston, to the editor, North Admin Building, at P.O. Box 5000, Dhahran, Postal Code Articles may be reproduced provided Scott Baldauf, and Shaistha Khan. Room AN-1080, C-05A. 31311, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and The Arabian Sun is credited. Designer: Husam Nasr. with fully paid capital of SAR 60,000,000,000. the arabian sun February 26, 2020 14 on the move in Al-Ula Dozens of Aramcons travel to the wondrous landscapes of Al-Ula for a desert camping experience and EcoTrail race unlike any other in the Kingdom. see page 12 community coming together Boy Scouts, Rolling Hills Golf Club team up for tournament in Dhahran by Chiara Ciampricotti Iacoangeli Boy Scouts of America by working hard Dhahran — Established in 1947 and In advance of the to adhere to as many as possible of the March 21 celebrating 70 years of scouting in tournament, Boy 650 requirements that demonstrate the Dhahran, the Troop 1 Boy Scouts are an Scouts of America Scouting spirit. Service projects are a key active group of approximately 80 young Troop 1 will be element of Scouting, allowing them to people (ages 11 to 18) who support their holding ticket sales, demonstrate both their leadership and community with various projects. offering golf cart a commitment to duty. Having a project washes (shown One such project is an upcoming tour- above), and serving to complete means the Scouts learn how nament at Rolling Hills Golf Club (RHGC) brunch to members to negotiate with adults, and even the where the Scouts will be preparing Troop of the Rolling Hills smallest of events can help to build their 1’s famous smoked brisket and help car- Golf Club. The confidence. ry golf bags and equipment — with the tournament, which Scoutmasters Matthew Weaver and brings together the support of approximately 100 volunteers. two self-directed Crystal Jacobs will lead the members of In advance of the March 21 tourna- groups along with a Troop 1 as they demonstrate teamwork ment, Scouts will be holding ticket sales, third — A Place 4 Us at the tournament. offering golf cart washes, and serving — not only is a key From the idea stage to the realization brunch to club members. element of service of these successful projects, it is easily for the Scouts, but “We at RHGC are so happy to be able has also has understandable that the Scout leaders to partner with Troop 1 and the Boy engendered a spirit are supportive and proud of the young- Scouts program,” said Edward Devlin, of volunteerism sters’ consistent effort and collaboration RHGC president. “This is a great oppor- among those in the to achieve rank. But even more pride tunity for both self-directed groups, and community. (Photo: shines through their eyes when the co- Chiara Ciampricotti we certainly hope to get as much sup- Iacoangeli) ordinators recall the amount of hours port as possible from the Saudi Aramco spent by the Scouts in service to their community.” community. The tournament will also make it pos- working hard together to el requirements, and some equipment In the past 20 months, the young sible to celebrate another project, which adhere to the Scouting spirit — the need for fundraising stems from Scouts have volunteered for 1,800 ser- has brought the Boy Scouts closer to an- having to buy camping equipment such vice hours. other Saudi Aramco self-directed group Although the group is supported by as tents, stoves, ropes, backpacks, water Registration for the golf tournament — A Place 4 Us — which assists children Saudi Aramco, which makes available jerry cans, and sleeping bags, to support continues until March 12. For more de- with special needs. These children will be the required infrastructure — places youth leadership development. tails, email Cindy Knox at cindyknox08@ present and take part in the tournament. where they can meet up, buses for trav- Troop 1 upholds the philosophy of the gmail.com.

make a wish

Furqan Qidwai took this photo while holidaying with his family in Tbilisi, Georgia in December 2019. Using a Canon EOS 4000D camera, Qidwai captured this striking image of locks. Locals and visitors from all over the world make a wish and then place a lock on a short steel fence. Qidwai lives in Dhahran and works in the Media Production Division as a 3-D animator.