Diversity for growth and innovation is one of our values and part of our business strategy. An inclusive work environment is a key to innovating, developing, and retaining that talent. We know that understanding and drawing on the strength of diversity means meeting the needs of clients Sultanate-wide, building strong relationships in the many sectors we serve, and fully engaging the talent of our people. We are competing in a dynamic marketplace, and we know that our growth will depend on an increasingly diverse and global workforce.
Al Baraka continues to seek the support of its shareholders and the broader community at least in some part by aspiring to demonstrate best practices in corporate governance and social responsibility. Our aim is that in addition to serving our client and community at large, we aspire to be a catalyst for In-Country Value (ICV) initiatives, always harvesting good ideas to ensure that a sound and sustainable approach towards local market engagement is maintained.
Improving safety performance continues to be our priority. Our HSE goal is to ensure all our employees return home safely every day. We have taken steps to strengthen our overarching safety management framework, improve our reporting systems and enhance our safety culture.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank our shareholders and clients for their support and to our management and staff for their dedication and relentless effort to achieve the Company’s goals. We would also like to extend our thanks to Petroleum Development Oman and the other Oil & Gas companies for their continued support and guidance.
Ghanim Dhahir Al Bathari
Chairman