26 August 2015
Muscat - Oman Oil Marketing Company (omanoil) has successfully surpassed 23 years without Lost Time Injuries (LTI) at Mina Al Fahal Distribution and Storage Terminal, a Joint Venture with Al Maha Petroleum. The safety milestone demonstrates the company's steadfast commitment to safeguarding its employees' welfare by constantly assessing risks, analyzing existing standards, and fostering a culture of safety and preservation of life.

"It is a great challenge to operate such a busy terminal 24 hours a day, seven days a week with its ever increasing movement of people and vehicles," said omanoil's Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Omar bin Ahmed Qatan. "I am extremely proud of the 83 men and women who work tirelessly at the Terminal and ensure the highest of HSSE standards are followed and enhanced all the time."

"We are a company that leads by example in Oman's oil and gas industry and our commitment to sustaining a zero harm work environment is what has enabled us to protect our employees, contractors and facilities for over two decades and for many more years to come."

omanoil operates and fully manages the semi-automated terminal as a joint venture with Al Maha Petroleum. The Terminal is in operation 24 hours a day with an average output of approximately 6 Million liters daily, loads more than 180 trucks every day and has a storage capacity of 55mn liters. In recognition of its unrelenting commitment to safety, the Terminal has, over the years, obtained a number of international safety certifications for its unprecedented operational quality and performance.

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About Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG
Formed in October 2003, Oman Oil Marketing Company with the brand name omanoil is envisaged to be the future prominent player in petrol and lubricant retail in Oman. Today Oman Oil Marketing Company SAOG is involved in the marketing and distribution of fuels and lubricant products and operates in the sectors of fuel retailing, direct (bulk) fuel sales to Government and the Commercial sector, lubricants, aviation refueling and storage and distribution.

Oman Oil is a 100% Omani owned company that leverages the multinational heritage and experience and puts it to practice to benefit Oman. Presently having more than 130 filling stations in the country, they are aimed towards providing a dependable local service that is both fast and fulfilling and sets them apart from the competition.

Oman Oil Marketing Company's success is created and maintained by well-trained, motivated and innovative people. The Company is proud to have a diverse team that is dedicated to the overall corporate objectives. Operating in an increasingly competitive business environment, The Company has continued its strong performance focus and consistently achieved its primary safety, operating and financial targets.

For more information, please contact:
Shaza Taher
TRACCS Public Relations
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Telephone: +968 24 649-099
Fax: +968 24 649-088
Email: shaza.taher@traccs.net
Or visit: www.oomco.com

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