17 January 2015
Shell Oman Marketing conducted a seminar on construction and maintenance of road asphalt pavements on the January 11th. The workshop, part of Shell Oman Marketing on-going commitment to its customers, is aimed at enlightening their clients from the construction sector about new techniques and technologies that contribute to quality infrastructure projects. Shell Products like Cariphalte polymer-modified binder (PMBs) and Mexphalte C are one of latest Shell bitumen solutions for infrastructure development projects such as roads, airports, railways, ports and others.

Speaking on the occasion Said al Rawahi, Commercial Fuel Manager, stated, "We at Shell have a strong track record in innovation and we wanted to share some of our cutting-edge technological developments with consultants, contractors and concerned stakeholders in Oman.

The main aim of the workshop was to showcase ways in which businesses can reduce the occurrence of maintenance through the proper application and testing of bitumen on new roads."

The seminar was conducted by Prof John Read, global technology General Manager for Shell Bitumen, who has more than 20 years of experience in the bitumen and asphalt Industry.

Shell is recognized for being one of the leaders in bitumen and asphalt technology research for more than 85 years. A highlight of the seminar was Shell's cariphalte polymer modified bitumen range that provides solution for all types of roads.

Shell's technological know-how, supply capabilities, service standards and reputation make us a preferred partner for all infrastructure and construction related projects.

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