Bahrain's King lauds Bapco unit's role in energy transformation
MANAMA, July 9, 2023
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain commended Bapco Energies' role in spearheading the kingdom's energy transformation and also stressed the need to ensure that the transformation plans were in tandem with the global energy landscape, by encouraging innovation and adoption of best international practices, in a way that contributes to improving the efficiency of operations and raising the level of productivity so as to achieve operational excellence and reach zero neutrality, reported BNA.
His Majesty's pat for Bapco Energies came during a meeting with His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Representative for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs and Board of Directors Chairman of Bapco Energies, held today (July 9) at the Al Safriya Palace.
It was attended by Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa, HM the King’s Persona Representative, as well as several board members of Bapco Energies.
HM King Hamad commended the major role played by HH Shaikh Nasser in leading the energy transition efforts in the kingdom.
He also lauded Bapco Energies Group’s staff and subsidiary companies for their dedication to attaining pioneering achievements that serve the kingdom’s standing regionally and globally, which will contribute to achieving the goals of Bahrain’s comprehensive development process.
Shaikh Nasser gave a detailed presentation on the successful launch of the ‘Bapco Energies’ brand, which marked a significant milestone in the kingdom's energy sector, reported BNA.
The company, he stated, has evolved from a traditional oil gas holding company into an innovative, progressive and promising one that supports energy security and focuses on renewable energy, under the theme “To Power the Next Generation”, in line with HM the King’s vision and the aspirations of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
Shaikh Nasser reviewed Bapco Energies’ achievements and successes between 2022 and the first half of 2023, in addition to the progress made in the Bapco Modernisation Programme (BMP) project, as well as the gas exploration and production activities carried out by Tatweer Petroleum.
He also reiterated Bapco Energies' commitment to investing in developing the pioneering experience of its employees and affiliates, in addition to building on its strategic global partnerships to ensure that its business is in line with the kingdom’s energy development goals.
This, he stated, will strengthen Bahrain's global energy role, and achieve the goals of the Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.