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> 8 - 9 > 7 > 14 SIGNS LARGEST SHIP CONSTRUCTION DEAL IN HISTORY WITH KOREA Meeting the world’s energy demands QATARGAS CORPORATE SCORECARD YEAR TO DATE DECEMBER 2020 Qatargas provides quality LNG and other hydrocarbon products to the global market safely and reliably. We operate 14 LNG trains with a total production capacity of 77 million tonnes per annum, two of the SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE world’s largest condensate refineries, two sales gas facilities, two helium plants, and a chartered fleet of 69 LNG vessels. Through efficient and reliable operations, commitment to our customers and TRIR F O the environment, we supply cleaner energy to the world. {% of Sweet Gas}

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2 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 1 CONTENTS

3 A YEAR OF 18 L&D EARN PRESTIGIOUS INDUSTRY-SHAPING GOLD ACCREDITATION FIRSTS FROM IIP A CONSISTENT PURSUIT THE MAGAZINE OF QATARGAS Message from the CEO. The ‘We Invest in People’ gold OPERATING COMPANY LIMITED accreditation from Investors 4-6 NFE EXPANSION in People is an international OF OPPORTUNITY, PROJECT MILESTONES standard in people management. E T Jacket installations and 13 QATARGAS CHINESE mega trains contract critical TIANJIN LNG TERMINAL 19 DEBUT VIRTUAL GROWTH & PROGRESS Editor in Chief: steps toward Qatar’s goal of MILESTONES CEO FORUM S F producing 126 million tonnes of ‘Al Mafyar’ is the first Q-Max Held digitally for the first time, LNG per annum by 2027. vessel to call at the LNG terminal the annual event provided an Editor: and the 100th LNG vessel to do so opportunity to meet with the CEO T V. A 7 10,000TH CARGO in 2020. and Management Leadership DELIVERY FROM Team. Arabic Editor: HELIUM 2 PLANT 14 FIRST EVER Q-FLEX AA AN Significant milestone reached SHIP-TO-SHIP LNG 20-21 INNOVATIVE in January 2021 with 10,000th DELIVERY IN PHILIPPINES RECYCLING SUCCESS P cargo from Qatargas’ Helium 2 Historic debut commercial STORY The Public Relations Department plant in Ras Laffan. transfer completed at Subic Bay Spent molecular sieves recycling A YEAR OF Qatargas Operating Company in January 2021 by Q-Flex vessel initiative in a Qatari cement plant Limited 8-9 HISTORIC LARGEST- ‘Mesaimeer’. boosts Company recycling rates EVER SHIPBUILDING to new highs. Q O C L AGREEMENT 15 BOIL-OFF GAS POWERS INDUSTRY-SHAPING P.O. Box 22666 QP signs landmark agreement LNG VESSELS IN 22-23 GO GREEN , Qatar Tel: 974 4452 3224 to reserve LNG ship Programme to utilise LNG boil- BREATHE CLEAN Fax: 974 4473 6628 construction capacity in the off gas to power LNG vessels Aimed at promoting awareness FIRSTS Email: mediaqatargas.com.qa Republic of Korea until 2027. successfully initiated at Niigata in the student community of LNG terminal. pressing environmental issues, 10-11 DEBUT Q-FLEX Qatargas’ school outreach The past year include a ‘Letter of Award’ signed with LNG vessels, a Q-Flex, was involved in (C) Copyright Qatargas. CARGO TO ADRIATIC 16 QATARGAS SUCCESS programme is a huge success. was one that Chiyoda Technip Joint Venture for the a commercial STS operation, enabling All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a TERMINAL FACTORS fundamentally construction of four new LNG mega trains, Qatargas to now transport considerable retrieval system or transmitted in any form Cargo discharge operation is HR to launch a fully integrated reshaped the and the completion of the project’s jacket volumes as efficiently as possible to key or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without the the first ever by the Qatargas Recruitment Cloud Solution to world, with installations, bringing Qatar closer to its high-value markets worldwide. prior permission of the Public Relations LNG carrier to the Italian boost effective staff acquisition. the pandemic goal of increasing Additionally, the Company is poised Department, Qatargas Operating Company regasification terminal. Limited. serving as (LNG) capacity to 126 million tonnes per to account for approximately 35% of 17 QATARIZATION the ultimate annum by 2027. the world’s helium production when the 12 FIRST Q-FLEX CRYSTAL AWARD disruptor of The pace at which the project has Helium 3 plant is inaugurated later this Printed on recycled paper CARGO TO ZHOUSHAN Premier award for Training economies progressed has been impressive, yet it year. In early 2021, we reached a landmark TERMINAL and Support acknowledges and industries, has not come at the expense of health 10,000th cargo delivery from the Helium 2 Debut discharge operation to Company’s excellence in families and and safety, and I am deeply pleased to Plant, signifying yet another step forward the Chinese terminal made development of Qatari 24 FOURTH QATARGAS lives. confirm that the jacket installations were in our journey to deliver on our Mission. by Qatargas LNG carrier ‘Al employees. U-23 FOOTBALL LEAGUE Yet at Qatargas, our deeply entrenched completed with six million man hours Given the challenging circumstances of Gharrafa’. The 2020-2021 Qatargas U-23 safety-first culture and steadfast without a lost-time injury. the past year, it is tremendously rewarding League kicked off in late-October commitment to teamwork and flexibility Given its importance to both Qatar to note that, with continued investment with the participation of 12 clubs had long set the stage for a response that and the LNG industry, the NFE mega- at every level, Qatargas’ progress remains Scan QR CODE TO VISIT OUR WEBSITE from the First Division. was adaptable and appropriate, effective project remains a top priority, but it is steadfast and our growth sustainable. and efficient. supplemented and indeed complemented Now, as we begin 2021, the Company’s - by our consistent pursuit of new Follow Qatargas on social media: growth mindset has served us well, opportunities. heralding a spate of impressive firsts that In this respect, we are immensely KHALID BIN KHALIFA AL THANI emphasise how firmly on the path we are proud that Qatargas safely and CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, to achieving our goals. successfully completed the first ever QATARGAS Chief among these is the North Field commercial ship-to-ship (STS) transfer of East (NFE) expansion project, which LNG cargo in the Philippines in late-2020. continues to progress from milestone This shipping breakthrough was to milestone, the most recent of which the first time that one of the largest

2 THE PIONEER 2 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 3 NFE PROJECT MILESTONES: JACKET INSTALLATIONS COMPLETED AND MEGA TRAINS CONTRACT AWARDED

follows the earlier installation of four other of delivering on major projects, and in all eight jackets and the commencement The completion of Qatar’s North Field East (NFE) Project gained massive jackets, bringing the number of jacket operating various onshore and offshore of drilling offshore represents the installations in the project to a total of facilities in the North Field with world-class culmination of years of outstanding momentum recently with two significant milestones reached the successful eight. reliability and operational excellence. work performed by an integrated team installation of the final four offshore jackets and the signing of a ‘Letter of In recognition of this achievement, Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, CEO from Major Projects and Subsurface Qatargas’ CEO confirmed, “I am Qatargas, said, “The execution of the new groups. These teams work closely at all Award’ for the construction of four new mega trains. First production from delighted at the pace with which the onshore EPC contract, the installation of times to ensure all Qatargas North Field NFE expansion project is progressing. these trains is scheduled for the end of 2025. The entire NFE Offshore team and our contractor, McDermott, deserve praise and appreciation for this great accomplishment First production from the trains is as they worked tirelessly on the successful scheduled for year-end 2025 which, once installation of these jackets.” fully completed in 2027, will increase Highlighting the seamless installation Qatar’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) and outstanding safety performance, production to 110 million tonnes per the CEO added, “Quality and flawless annum (MTPA). When coupled with the execution are the hallmarks of any North Field South expansion project, the Qatargas project and I’m sure that the combined output will raise the country’s NFE team will maintain the same team total LNG production to 126 mtpa, making spirit and uphold our shared values as Qatargas by far the largest single LNG we continue to deliver on the expansion producer in the world. project. The project team has achieved The mega train contract closely this milestone by completing six million follows the successful installation of the man hours without any lost time injuries. NFE project’s final four offshore jackets in This should make everyone on the team late 2020. The Engineering, Procurement, especially proud.” Construction and Installation (EPCI) contract for the offshore jacket installation was awarded to McDermott Drilling Campaign Engineering Middle East Inc. in April 2019. QP announced the start of the McDermott was also awarded the FEED development drilling campaign for contract for the eight associated topsides NFE in April 2020. The first of 80 NFE and pipelines in May 2019. development wells was spudded on 29 “The completion of the offshore March of that year by the drilling jack-up jacket installations is a critical part of rig ‘GulfDrill Lovanda’, which is managed the overall expansion project and has and operated by GulfDrill, a joint venture been delivered in a timely manner with between the Qatar-based drilling company, an excellent performance on safety Gulf Drilling International, and Seadrill and quality,” said HE Mr. Saad Sherida Limited. QP had earlier awarded a number Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for of contracts for jack-up drilling rigs to be The North Field East (NFE) Expansion Project jacket installation in Energy Affairs, the President and CEO utilised for the drilling of 80 development progress in October 2020. of QP and Chairman of the Qatargas wells for the NFE. Board of Directors. “I would like to Qatargas has a proven track record The first of 80 NFE development wells was spudded on 29 March 2020 congratulate Qatargas and McDermott by the jack-up rig, ‘GulfDrill Lovanda’. Signed by Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, CEO, on this significant achievement. We Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Qatargas in Qatargas, said, “The signing of the ’Letter appreciate their collaboration with Qatar February, the major contract was awarded of Award’ is indeed a major milestone and Petroleum while managing the difficult “The completion of the offshore jacket installations is a critical part of to Chiyoda Technip Joint Venture (CTJV) history in the making…[It] reflects QP’s circumstances brought about by the the same Joint Venture that built the commitment under the leadership of HE global pandemic.” the overall expansion project and has been delivered in a timely manner existing mega trains for Qatargas. The Mr. Saad Al-Kaabi to turn the Vision of His Anchored directly onto the seabed, award of this contract represents the Highness the Emir into reality based on the recently installed steel jackets will be with an excellent performance on safety and quality.” culmination of front-end engineering the earned trust and confidence the entire used to support the deck and the topsides and design (FEED) work which started on QP leadership has in Qatargas’ ability for the NFE Project. The installation – HE Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO the North Field East (NFE) expansion in to deliver this mega project in the most of , and Chairman of the Qatargas Board of Directors. March 2018. efficient and effective manner.”

4 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 5 developmental activities are designed and executed, whether onshore or offshore, in TH harmony and in a consistent manner.” LANDMARK 10,000 In keeping with Qatargas' approach to the environmental management and aligning with the goals of Qatar National CARGO DELIVERY FROM Vision 2030, which envisions preserving the environment for future generations, the North Field project is also being HELIUM 2 PLANT constructed to the highest environmental standards. This includes incorporating best available technologies to reduce air Qatargas reached a significant milestone in December 2020 and water emissions. Enhanced waste th heat recovery, boil-off gas recovery and when it loaded the 10,000 cargo of helium from its Helium 2 feed gas CO2 capture will also deliver a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) plant in Ras Laffan. emissions relative to previous Qatargas mega trains. With its proven record for safety, inauguration of the Helium 3 plant in 2021, production in September 2005. reliability and quality, the helium delivery Qatargas will account for approximately Highly sought after worldwide, Anchored directly onto the seabed, the recently installed steel frame jackets cements Qatar’s position as one of the 35% of world helium production, with an Helium has high value applications will be used to support the deck and the topsides in fixed offshore platforms world’s leading helium producers and overall production capacity of 2.6 bscf per in science, medicine and high-tech of the NFE project. exporters. Qatargas is the operator of year. industries, including semiconductors, Qatar’s helium production, storage and The Qatargas Helium 2 Plant, which magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), loading facilities located in Ras Laffan, is the largest helium production facility in space exploration and fibre optics. Global which includes the Helium 1 and 2 plants. the world, commenced production in June demand for helium is forecast by the These plants have a combined 2013 and the 5000th cargo from Helium industry to continue to grow at 2 to 3% 8 250 production capacity of 2.2 billion standard 2 was loaded in May 2017. Qatargas also per annum for the foreseeable future. The recent installation follows the earlier Kilometres of pipeline that will be installed to cubic feet (bscf) per year. With the operates the Helium 1 plant, which started installation of four new jackets, bringing the bring the gas to Ras Laffan. In addition the number of jacket installations in the NFE project project will install 250 km of MEG pipeline and to a total of eight which will support the future 280 km of fiber optic cable. topsides facilities. Helium has high value applications in science, medicine and high-tech industries, including semiconductors, magnetic resonance imaging 80 300 (MRI), space exploration and fibre optics. The number of development wells scheduled Pipeline and cable crossing in the for the NFE project. North Field.

6million 4 The number of man hours completed The number of LNG trains to be constructed without a Lost Time Injury by the NFE project. First production from the trains is scheduled for year-end 2025. 2.6 billion scf With the inauguration of 126mtpa the Helium 3 plant in 2021, With the addition of the North Field South project, Qatar will increase its LNG production capacity to Qatargas will account for 126 million tonnes per annum by 2027. approximately 35% of world helium production, with an overall production capacity “The signing of the ‘Letter of Award’ for four mega trains is indeed of 2.6 bscf per year. a major milestone and history in the making…[It] reflects QP’s commitment under the leadership of HE Mr. Saad Al-Kaabi to turn the Vision of His Highness the Emir into reality based on the earned trust and confidence the entire QP leadership has in Qatargas’ ability to The Qatargas Helium operations in Ras Laffan, Qatar, include the Helium 2 Plant, deliver this mega project in the most efficient and effective manner.” which is the largest facility of its kind in the world. – Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chief Executive Officer, Qatargas.

6 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 7 QATAR PETROLEUM SIGNS LARGEST SHIPBUILDING AGREEMENT IN HISTORY Qatar Petroleum enters into landmark agreement to reserve LNG ship construction capacity in the Republic of Korea until 2027.

In June 2020, Qatar Petroleum (QP) Also in attendance were Khalid bin His Excellency Minister Al-Kaabi entered into an agreement in a virtual Khalifa Al Thani, CEO of Qatargas, the added, “With the conclusion of these QAR70 signing ceremony to reserve liquid natural CEOs of the Korean shipyards, senior milestone agreements, we have everything gas (LNG) ship construction capacity representatives from Korea’s Ministry in place to commence the largest LNG billion in the Republic of Korea, the largest of Trade, Industry and Energy, as well shipbuilding programme in history. We The landmark South Korea agreement of its kind in shipbuilding as executives from Qatar Petroleum, have secured approximately 60% of the shipbuilding agreement history. Comprising three individual Qatargas, and the three Korean shipyards. global LNG shipbuilding capacity through is valued at more than agreements, these are to be utilised for Speaking during the virtual signing 2027 to cater for our LNG carrier fleet QAR70 billion. Qatar Petroleum’s future LNG carrier ceremony, His Excellency Minister Al-Kaabi requirements in the next seven to eight fleet requirements, including for ongoing said, “The signing of today’s agreements years, which could reach 100-plus new expansion projects in Qatar’s North Field with the three esteemed Korean vessels, with a programme value in excess and in the United States. companies reflects our commitment to of QAR70 billion.” Under the agreements, the ‘Big 3’ the North Field expansion projects, even The new LNG vessels will be equipped Korean shipyards – Daewoo Shipbuilding during these extraordinary times. As I with the latest generation slow speed dual and Marine Engineering (DSME), Hyundai have previously stated, we are moving fuel engines, utilising LNG as a fuel. This Heavy Industries (HHI), and Samsung full steam ahead with the North Field will ensure the most efficient performance Heavy Industries (SHI) – will reserve expansion projects to raise Qatar’s LNG and compliance with the latest global a major portion of their LNG ship production capacity from 77 million emission and environmental regulations. construction capacity for QP until 2027. today to 126 million tons per annum by QP’s LNG carrier fleet programme is The agreements were signed by His 2027 to ensure the reliable supply of the largest of its kind in the history of the Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, additional clean energy to the world, at LNG industry, and will play a pivotal role in the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, a time when investments to meet these meeting the shipping requirements of QP’s the President and Chief Executive Officer requirements are most needed. These local and international LNG projects, as of Qatar Petroleum and Chairman of agreements will ensure our ability to well as replacing parts of Qatar's existing “With the conclusion QP & SOUTH KOREA’S HISTORIC Qatargas Board of Directors, in a virtual meet our future LNG fleet requirements LNG fleet. signing ceremony attended by His to support our expanding LNG production of these milestone SHIPBUILDING AGREEMENT IN Excellency Sung Yun-mo, the Minister of capacity and long-term fleet replacement agreements, we have Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic requirements.” NUMBERS of Korea. everything in place to commence the largest 3 LNG shipbuilding The milestone agreement was signed with the ‘Big 3’ Korean shipyards – Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine programme in Engineering (DSME), Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI), history.” and Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI).

– His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy 60% Qatar Petroleum has secured approximately 60% of the Affairs, the President and global LNG shipbuilding capacity to cater for its LNG Chief Executive Officer carrier fleet requirements until 2027. of Qatar Petroleum and Chairman of Qatargas Board of Directors. 100 Qatar’s ship building programme will likely approach 100 new vessels in the next seven to eight years.

8 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 9 QATARGAS DELIVERS DEBUT Q-FLEX LNG CARGO TO ADRIATIC TERMINAL IN ITALY The delivery is the first cargo discharge operation by a Qatargas Q-Flex LNG carrier to the Mediterranean terminal.

Qatargas delivered the first cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) on a Q-Flex LNG carrier to the Adriatic LNG receiving terminal on the east coast of Italy in June 2020. The cargo was loaded aboard the Qatargas-chartered LNG vessel, ‘Tembek‘, at Ras Laffan and delivered to the Adriatic LNG terminal 12 days later. The delivery is the first cargo discharge operation by a Qatargas Q-Flex LNG carrier to the Italian terminal. The Adriatic LNG terminal is located 14 kilometres offshore of Porto Levante in the northern Adriatic near Rovigo, Italy. It is the world's first offshore gravity-based LNG regasification terminal. The terminal is operated by ExxonMobil (70%), Qatar Terminal Ltd. (23%), a subsidiary of Qatar Petroleum, and Snam (7%). The terminal is connected to the Italian national distribution network through integrated pipelines, and it has a regasification capacity of 8 billion cubic metres of LNG per year (equal to half the total Italian LNG import capacity), currently supplying more than 10% of the country’s natural gas requirements. Located near Rovigo, Italy, the Adriatic terminal currently supplies more than 10% of the country’s natural gas requirements. The Adriatic LNG terminal is the world's first offshore gravity-based LNG 8 3 regasification terminal billion m Italy’s Adriatic terminal and is operated by has a regasification ExxonMobil (70%), capacity of 8 billion cubic metres of LNG per year, Qatar Terminal Ltd. half of the country’s total (23%) and Snam (7%). LNG import capacity.

Qatargas-chartered LNG vessel, ‘Tembek’, delivers the first cargo of liquefied natural gas (LNG) on a Q-Flex LNG carrier to Italy’s Adriatic LNG receiving terminal in June 2020.

10 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 11 Q-MAX VESSEL DELIVERS FIRST Q-FLEX LNG CARGO FIRST LNG CARGO TO TIANJIN DELIVERED TO ZHOUSHAN TERMINAL IN CHINA TERMINAL IN CHINA Qatargas carrier ‘Al Mafyar’ is the first Q-Max LNG vessel to call at Delivery is the debut cargo discharge operation by Qatargas to the Tianjin LNG receiving terminal and the 100th LNG vessel to call at the Chinese terminal using a Qatargas Q-Flex LNG carrier. the terminal in 2020.

The cargo aboard the Qatargas- The terminal has a capacity of six vessels, the largest LNG vessel class in the chartered liquid natural gas (LNG) vessel, million tonnes per annum (MTPA), though world. ‘Al Mafyar’, was loaded at Ras Laffan on 21 it is currently being expanded to handle up Qatargas has, since September 2009, October 2020 and delivered to the Tianjin to 10.8 MTPA by 2022. Of China’s 22 LNG delivered a total of 62 million tonnes of terminal, located in the northern port city receiving terminals currently in operations, LNG to 13 of the country’s terminals. of Tianjin, near Beijing, on 10th November 11 are able to accommodate Q-Max LNG 2020. This is the first cargo discharge operation by Qatargas to this LNG terminal involving a Q-Max LNG carrier. China has a total of 22 LNG receiving terminals, The Tianjin LNG Receiving Terminal is owned and operated by the China 11 of which can accommodate Q-Max LNG Petroleum and Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), one of China’s largest state- vessels. Qatargas has to date delivered LNG owned enterprises. The terminal received its first LNG cargo in February 2018 and cargoes to 13 LNG terminals in China. has since received more than 200 LNG cargoes.

Qatargas-chartered LNG vessel, ‘Al Gharrafa’, safely delivered its cargo to Zhoushan terminal in China in April 2020.

The cargo aboard the Qatargas- discharge operation by Qatargas to the chartered LNG vessel, ‘Al Gharrafa’, was Chinese terminal involving a Q-Flex LNG loaded at Ras Laffan on 16 March 2020 carrier. The Zhoushan terminal, which ABOUT CHINA’S and delivered to the terminal located in consists of two shore tanks, each with the New Port Industrial Park of Zhoushan a capacity of 160,000 cubic metres, ENN GROUP Economic Development Zone, China, on 1 also has a dedicated LNG berth, with a April 2020. capacity of 3 million tonnes per year in its ENN Group is one of the The delivery was the first cargo first phase. largest clean energy distributors in China. Its key business is the sale and distribution of piped gas and LNG, but also includes other The Zhoushan LNG terminal consists of two multi-energy products, as well as investments in construction shore tanks, each with a capacity of 160,000 and operation of gas pipeline m3 and has a dedicated LNG berth, with a infrastructure, vehicle and ship refueling stations, and integrated capacity of 3 million tonnes per energy projects. As of 31 December 2019, the ENN Group year in its first phase. had 209 projects in China located Qatargas Q-Max LNG carrier ‘Al Mafyar’ delivering its cargo to the Tianjin terminal, in 27 provinces, municipalities and which has a capacity of six million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and is currently being expanded to handle up to 10.8 MTPA by 2022. autonomous regions, covering a connectable urban population of 104 million people.

12 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 13 FIRST EVER Q-FLEX SHIP-TO-SHIP QATARGAS EMPLOYS BOIL-OFF CARGO DELIVERY OF LNG TAKES GAS TO POWER LNG VESSELS PLACE IN PHILIPPINES Programme to utilise LNG boil-off gas to power Qatargas-chartered conventional LNG vessels has been successfully initiated at The historic debut commercial ship-to-ship transfer was completed Japanese LNG terminals. at Subic Bay in the Pacific Ocean archipelago nation in January. Qatargas has successfully initiated LNG tankers are designed to carry a programme to utilise liquefied natural natural gas in liquid form at a temperature Using the boil-off gas boil-off gas to power its chartered of 163°C – close to the temperature natural gas instead of conventional LNG vessels during unloading required for vaporisation. This natural operations at Japanese LNG terminals. The evaporation, known as boil-off, is conventional fuel oil 3 programme is being implemented with the unavoidable and has to be removed from 212,000m cooperation of Qatargas’ Japanese buyers. the tanks in order to maintain the cargo significantly reduces A full cargo of 212,000 cubic The Company’s chartered conventional tank pressure. greenhouse gas metres of LNG was loaded LNG vessel, ‘Al Jasra’, successfully Using the boil-off natural gas instead conducted the first such boil-off gas to of conventional fuel oil significantly and other harmful aboard the Qatargas-chartered power operation while discharging at the reduces greenhouse gas and other harmful Q-Flex vessel ‘Mesaimeer’ Niigata LNG Terminal in Japan in October emissions over the course of the discharge emissions over at Ras Laffan Port on 18 2019. operation. Qatargas is committed to December 2020. Since then, Qatargas’ chartered fleet minimising emissions of greenhouse gas the course of the of conventional LNG vessels completed 61 and other pollutants by use of natural gas, such operations successfully at various the cleanest fossil fuel, in one of its critical discharge operation. Japanese terminals, reducing emissions operations. and enhancing environmental compliance.

volumes as efficiently as possible into key markets. Moreover, this will be an attractive option for our potential customers with limited shipping capacity and for those who are looking for smaller or irregular sized cargo parcels.” Qatargas-chartered Q-Flex vessel ‘Mesaimeer’ delivered the historic The Qatargas CEO added, “STS cargo on January 6, 2021. 163°C transfers such as this will further LNG tankers are designed optimise our shipping capabilities by to carry natural gas in liquid A full cargo of 212,000 cubic metres discharge. Both sales were made to using our most efficient LNG vessels to form at a temperature of liquid natural gas (LNG) was loaded PetroChina as the customer. shift volumes into key high-value markets. aboard the Qatargas-chartered Q-Flex Commenting on this significant I would like to thank PetroChina, who of 163°C – close to the vessel ‘Mesaimeer’ at Ras Laffan Port on accomplishment, Khalid bin Khalifa Al are one of our long-term partners in temperature required for 18 December 2020 and delivered as two Thani, Qatargas Chief Executive Officer, the LNG industry, for their support and vaporisation. separate parcels. stated, “We are delighted to announce this cooperation.” The first parcel was delivered through shipping breakthrough, as it is the first The LNG vessel, ‘Mesaimeer’, is on ship-to-ship (STS) transfer in Subic Bay on time that one of the largest LNG vessels, a a long-term charter to Qatargas and 6 January 2021 and the second parcel to Q-Flex, has been involved in a commercial operated by NSQL – Nakilat Shipping the Jiangsu LNG terminal in The People’s STS operation. This achievement will (Qatar) Limited. Republic of China as a conventional enable us to transport considerable

“STS transfers such as this one will optimise our shipping capabilities by using our most efficient LNG vessels to shift volumes into key high-value markets.” – Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, CEO, Qatargas.

Qatargas-chartered conventional LNG vessel, ‘Al Jasra’, successfully conducted the first boil-off gas to power operation while discharging at the Niigata LNG Terminal in Japan in October 2019.

14 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 15 FROM APPLICANT TO QATARGAS RECEIVES EMPLOYEE: QATARGAS’ HR QATARIZATION CRYSTAL AWARD SUCCESS FACTORS FOR SUPPORT IN TRAINING AND HR Department announces plan to launch a fully integrated Recruitment DEVELOPMENT Cloud Solution spanning the complete Attract-to-Hire process. Company acknowledged for leading the way in developing the Qatargas’ Human Resources (HR) hires, secondees, national graduates need to succeed even before their full potential of Qatari employees. Department is pleased to announce and general walk-ins – all the way to first day on the job. This process will a plan to launch a fully integrated identifying the best potential candidates. also enhance data quality as employee Recruitment Cloud Solution spanning the Each step will be documented and data will flow seamlessly among HR Qatargas received the prestigious complete Attract-to-Hire process for staff governed by defined roles and sections and systems, such as Personnel Crystal Award for supporting Qatarization acquisition. permissions that will ensure information, Administration, Recruitment and in the area of ‘Training and Development’ The plan’s key deliverables include: data and documentation confidentiality Government Affairs, with minimal manual in May. The award was announced by His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, • Providing visibility and insight to and ease of exchange during the selection maintenance needed. process. Minister of State for Energy Affairs, all steps of the recruitment process President and Chief Executive Officer for line managers, HR teams and (CEO) of Qatar Petroleum. all other stakeholders. The solution Recruitment For the 12th consecutive year, the will also include rebuilding the Marketing (RMK) Energy Sector Annual Qatarization corporate website for internal and Qatargas Awards recognised companies that have This will include an enhanced external job postings. Success Factors - consistently exhibited excellent work in interactive careers website, featuring Serving as a visibility tool aimed Summary of Key advancing the goals of Qatarization. • multi-channel job postings and social at introducing and promoting a Deliverables Al Thani, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), network integrations, leading to a positive image of Qatargas to Qatargas, said “We are very proud to be seamless candidate experience. The external workforces and industry recognised with this special award. It is Recruiting Marketing application will affiliates. proof of our commitment to develop a replace the current Qatargas Careers strong workforce aligned with the Qatar • Ensuring accurate and efficient website page and will consist of multiple As part of its Qatarization efforts, Qatargas develops its nationals through National Vision 2030, and our focus on data flow to the existing Qatargas pages aimed at enhancing the user effective and efficient development plans for national graduates, national sustainable development through creating employees on establishment, and nationals in talent pools. systems, such as SAP HCM, journey. The new site will also feature a comprehensive learning environment.” Outlook and other live QGiTM content that attracts National talent 1 2 3 modules, as well as external job from various sources such as career Meaningful results that boards, agencies, and social media fairs, universities and colleges. In order Best practice learning THE QATARGAS applications, such as LinkedIn. to attract the best of both National and interventions impact the business APPROACH TO The go-live is planned with a one-time expat talent, the site will also promote Provide Promote Ensure Qatargas’ short- and long-term plans visibility and Qatargas efficient data As part of its Qatarization efforts, Qatargas as an employer of choice. strive to support Qatarization with quality DEVELOPMENT deployment of the following modules: insight to the to external flow through Qatargas develops Nationals through recruitment workforces internal training for nationals in order to develop a effective and efficient development Qatargas’ approach to development Onboarding (ONB) process and industry systems and high-calibre and capable workforce. Recruitment Management affiliates external plans for Qatari graduates, employees on of its National workforce follows the Consequently, the Company invests In order to guarantee a smoother platforms establishment, and in talent pools. Special ‘70% / 20% / 10%’ model. System (RCM) significant time and effort to support and integration of new hires with the Qatargas focus is given to monitoring and following- develop its workforce through training The RCM will manage each line’s culture and way of work, the Onboarding up on individual development and to and development. It also provides 70% - On the manpower needs in order to backfill Module will streamline and manage providing counselling. job experience required tools and practices, as well as positions. It will start by prioritising recruitment mobilisation activities. In addition, the Company’s national an internal network of facilitators, to key vacancies based on business New hires will be equipped with employees are supported with best deliver meaningful results in developing its 20% - needs, inclusive of all hire types–direct the toolkits and information they practice learning interventions to close Nationals within the Company. Coaching competence gaps and to prepare them This consistent delivery and quality for future roles as part of the company’s 10% - learning indeed makes an impact on succession planning. Classroom The Qatargas Human Resources go-live is planned with a the business, and is at the heart of the training Qatargas’ approach to development Company’s Qatarization strategy. one-time deployment of three GDPR Compliant modules: follows a ‘70% on the job experience, 20% coaching, and 10% classroom’ training a Recruitment Management System, Recruitment model. During 2019, the Company provided various opportunities to Nationals to “This award is a proof of our commitment to Marketing and Onboarding. develop and enhance competencies using technical and behavioural competencies develop a strong workforce aligned with the frameworks. Qatar National Vision 2030.” – Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, CEO, Qatargas.

16 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 17 L&D DEPARTMENT AWARDED VIRTUAL CEO FORUM HELD PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL FOR QATARGAS NATIONAL PEOPLE MANAGEMENT GOLD GRADUATES AND TRAINEES ACCOLADE Held digitally for the first time due to the global pandemic, the annual event provided an opportunity for national graduates and trainees to meet with Qatargas' Learning and Development (L&D) Department has earned the the Qatargas CEO and Management Leadership Team. ‘We Invest in People’ gold accreditation from Investors in People (IIP), an international standard for people management. Facilitated in late December by the Qatargas Learning and Development (L&D) Department, the theme for this year’s CEO The Gold accreditation was conferred at Qatargas, said: “We are delighted to them come to life. This is a significant Forum was ‘Investing in Premier Nationals’. upon the L&D Department in October receive this prestigious accreditation as achievement for any organisation that During the event, 11 national graduates, 2020 by United Kingdom-based IIP, which only 17% of IIP-accredited organisations values their people.” 12 coaches, two trainees and six scholars provides the accreditation based on the worldwide reach the Gold level. The The achievement provides an insight were presented with special awards for latest workplace trends, leading practices Gold accreditation means that the L&D into how well Qatargas is currently leading, excelling in their respective areas. and employee conditions that are required department has well-established policies, supporting and developing its high calibre National graduates and trainees to create high performing teams. procedures and systems in place to and diverse workforce to achieve the best were also given a chance to participate Commenting on the accreditation, support our people, and everyone in the business results. In addition, it helps the in discussions on their individual Adnan Hassan Al Shaibi, L&D Manager department takes ownership for making Company measure the impact of its people development plans and to seek any strategy and how this strategy benefits its clarifications from the management workforce. on their career path and the support each required to reach their respective positions. Addressing the participants, Khalid “We are delighted to bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatargas Chief Executive Officer (CEO), said, “Qatarization receive this prestigious is an important strategic objective for Qatargas and stems from our commitment accreditation, as only to fulfilling the Qatar National Vision 17% of IIP-accredited 2030 and is in full alignment with the Qatargas Direction Statement to Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatargas CEO, and participants took part in the organisations develop, support and retain a high calibre first virtual CEO Forum, held in December 2020. workforce. We focus on the quality of our worldwide reach the people and, most importantly, look at the ways whereby we can support their you for keeping your ambitions high and Gold level. This is a development through world-class capacity being keen on your career progression significant achievement building programmes.” and development even during these The CEO added: “Despite all its challenging times.” for any organisation negative implications, the global pandemic Feedback and suggestions received has in fact made us stronger and more from the participants were also captured that values their competitive than ever before. It helped during the event for L&D to ensure that 31 us evaluate, reflect upon and implement Qatargas’ National development process The number of special awards people.” our strategic priorities. I would like to remains on track. take this opportunity to congratulate – 11 national graduates, – Adnan Hassan Al Shaibi, L&D 12 coaches, two trainees and Manager, Qatargas. six scholars – given at the “I would like to take this opportunity to first virtual Qatargas CEO congratulate you for keeping your ambitions high Forum for excelling in their respective and being keen on your career progression and areas. development even during these challenging times,” – Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatargas CEO, addressing National graduates, coaches, trainees and scholars during the event.

18 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 19 INNOVATIVE APPROACH TURNS INTO RECYCLING SUCCESS STORY FOR QATARGAS 5,000 tonnes Under the innovative recycling Spent molecular sieve recycling initiative in a local cement plant initiative, more than 5,000 tonnes of molecular sieves boosts Qatargas recycling rates. have been recycled in a local cement plant as Qatargas’ successful co-processing bench-scale tests, which revealed that A Roadmap for supplemental feed of spent molecular sieves in a local the compressibility and strength from material. cement plant is the latest in a series molecular sieves was positive for cement Co-Processing of initiatives to implement sustainable production. Qatargas’ successful implementation waste management programmes. This is There were several challenges during of this major recycling initiative with in line with Qatargas’ Integrated Waste the field acceptance trials, including local SMEs contributes positively towards Management Approach (IWMA) which operational feasibility testing and upcycling and the circular economy in incorporates the 4R principles of: Reducing maintaining feed control. Pilot tests the country, while promoting local waste waste at source, internal Reuse within conducted with measurement of trial management solutions, industry and Qatargas, external Recycling and/or co- burn emissions were also well within the infrastructure. processing, and Responsible disposal. required regulatory limits. Following the Moreover, it has become a sustainable Molecular sieves are used in a wide satisfactory outcome of the pilot tests, a and potentially long-term solution, which range of applications in industries regulatory review and permitting process provides a range of financial, Health Safety especially in oil and gas processing was completed to obtain formal consent & Environment (HSE) and operational plants. The Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from the regulator, Qatar’s Ministry of benefits to both parties, unlike traditional production process requires large Municipality and Environment (MME), disposal at landfill sites or energy quantities of these molecular sieves, which in order to proceed with full-scale co- demanding pre-treatment. are engineered ceramic balls with a large processing. Solution forRecycling Spent Molecular Solution forSieves (SMS) surface area designed to trap moisture and BENEFITS OF contaminants from the feed gas. Spent Molecular Sieves (SMS) Once saturated and exhausted, the Spent Molecular Sieves Recycling: SPENT MOLECULAR molecular sieves are usually disposed of in hazardous waste landfills mixed with A Five Step Process SIEVES RECYCLING other waste streams taking up limited and expensive landfill space. However, Storage • This initiative not only helped under an innovative recycling initiative, recycle a waste stream that would spent molecular sieves from Qatargas otherwise be landfilled, it also operations were recently co-processed helped reduce disposal costs by in a local cement plant as supplemental 85% over traditional landfilling. feed material, for the partial replacement Mole Sieves Collect & Storage of bauxite, to produce what is known as • The successful collaboration, along ‘Green Clinker’. with other recent recycling efforts Co-processing The method has proved to be far more with local companies, has helped in Cement cost-efficient than conventional disposal boost Qatargas’ waste recycling and has also helped significantly improve rates above 50% in 2020. Qatargas’ overall recycling performance. Following extensive research and trials • More than 5,000 tonnes MT of spent performed jointly between Qatargas and molecular sieves have already been a local specialised waste management Technology recycled a local cement plant since Assessment Small Medium Enterprise (SME), more than 2019. 5,000 tonnes of molecular sieves were recycled in a local cement plant. As part of Qatargas' focus on alternative disposal options, several brainstorming workshops and sessions The recycling of spent molecular sieves is an excellent example of were conducted in-house for creating new Pilot Tests recycling opportunities within the country. • Process Parameters Qatargas’ commitment to sustainable waste management creating Molecular sieves were found to have the • Air Emissions • Product Quality potential to replace bauxite as a feed/raw value for our business and the environment. material, as the chemical composition is the same for both. This was followed by comprehensive laboratory analyses and

20 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 21 COMPANY’S GO GREEN SCHOOL OUTREACH PROGRAMME A SUCCESS Part of Qatargas’ school outreach programme, the initiative aims to promote awareness in the student community of pressing environmental issues.

Qatargas' Environmental Affairs and Regulatory Department conducted its ‘Go Green, Breathe Clean’ campaign in various national and international schools across the country during January and February 2020. The initiative formed part of Qatargas’ commitment towards cultivating sustainable environmental practices and fostering community wellbeing in line with International School (AKIS) Junior Simaisma School the Qatar National Vision 2030. The ‘Go Green, Breathe Clean’ campaign served to promote better understanding about air pollution and how we can all contribute to improving air quality. Fostering a hands-on learning experience, students participated in a series of engaging presentations, quizzes and activities on air pollution and its harmful impacts. Students were also briefed on various environmental initiatives implemented by Qatargas to reduce its emission levels. “I presented to the 5th and 6th grade students,” said Afra Al Hajri, Senior Regulatory and Compliance Officer, Qatargas Environmental Affairs and AKIS Junior Kabaan School Regulatory Department. “It was great to Ibrahim Al Harami and Majed Al Hitmi from the Qatargas Environmental Affairs and Regulatory Team presenting a Go Green, Breathe Clean communicate with the new generation, memento to officials from the Al Zubara School. reach out to them, and hear from them. It was an opportunity to extend our knowledge and to raise their awareness and various other reduction projects have on the environment, specifically on air helped Qatargas reduce its greenhouse pollution, and various Qatargas initiatives gas (GHG) emissions by approximately four and activities.” million tonnes per annum. Ibrahim Al Harami, Regulatory and The World Health Organization has Compliance Officer also noted, ”These 4 identified air pollution as the single initiatives show that Qatargas recognises greatest global health risk we face Million the importance of our community’s health today. Through its annual Go Green Qatargas’ emissions reduction and wellbeing and attaches significance environmental awareness programme projects have helped the Company to various environmental awareness and other environmental initiatives, programmes.” Qatargas continues to play a proactive reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) These initiatives include the carbon and significant role in supporting an emissions by approximately dioxide (CO2) sequestration through environmentally aware population that four million tonnes per Qatargas’ dedicated CO injection facility, 2 values the preservation of the natural annum. and flare reduction from the Jetty Boil-Off heritage of Qatar and the wider region. Gas Recovery (JBOG) facility and various other flare reduction initiatives. These AKIS Senior

22 I THE PIONEER I QUARTER 1, 2021 QUARTER 1, 2021 I THE PIONEER I 23 FOURTH EDITION OF QATARGAS U-23 LEAGUE UNDERWAY The 2020-2021 Qatargas U-23 League kicked off in late October with the participation of 12 clubs from the first division.

Early season action from the fourth edition of the Qatargas U-23 League.

The four-year-old tournament is team as well. I wish success to all the clubs to host the World Cup in 2022." a result of the fruitful partnership and players.” As in previous years, all of the matches between Qatargas and the Qatar Football Mr. Ali Ibrahim Al Sulaiti, Public of the Qatargas U-23 League are being Association (QFA). The 12 participating first Relations Manager at Qatargas, said: televised on Qatari sporting channel division clubs for 2020-2021 are Al Ahli, “Qatargas is honored to be part of the Al Kass. The channel will also produce Al Sadd, Al Rayyan, Al Duhail, Al Arabi, Al premier U-23 league through our corporate a special programme that covers all Gharafa, Qatar SC, Umm Salal, Al Khor, Al sponsorship. We join in the excitement aspects and notable incidents from the Sailiya, Al Wakra, and Al Kharaitiyat. this competitive sport brings to its large season, with a focus on interviews with Perennial favourites Al Duhail entered following of fans. The support we offer the players, coaches and other officials from this year's competition as the reigning league is our way to leverage a popular participating clubs. champions, a position the club has held sport to bring people together, encourage The Qatargas U-23 League is played since the tournament was inaugurated. a healthy and competitive spirit among our according to the double round-robin Al Duhail was awarded the 2019-2020 nation's youth, and help fulfil the ambition system, and the final ranking of the championship following a decision by of our National Vision 2030. Qatargas clubs is determined according to the QFA – under Article 81 of the association's is proud to join the Qatar Football total number of points at the end of the statutes, 'Emergency conditions and force Association in supporting our fast growing competition, with the team that earns majeure' – to end the tournament early talent pool of gifted football athletes, the most points crowned as season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. especially as the country is getting ready champions. “The Qatar Football Association and Qatargas have been linked by a strong relationship that has spanned many years,” “The Qatar Football Association and Qatargas said Khaled Mubarak Al Kuwari, Director of Marketing and Communications at Qatar have been linked by a strong relationship that has Football Association, at the recent 2020-21 season launch. “This tournament is one spanned many years. Without a doubt, over the past of the fruits of this unique partnership. few years, the Qatargas U-23 League has witnessed Without a doubt, over the past few years, the Qatargas U-23 League has witnessed more opportunities for Qatari U-23 players to play more opportunities for Qatari U-23 players to play football in a competitive football in a competitive atmosphere.” atmosphere. This has benefited them, and – Khaled Mubarak Al Kuwari, Director of Marketing and these players were able to support the first team in their clubs, and then the national Communications at Qatar Football Association.

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