EMGAS achieves ISO 22301 certification for Business Continuity Management

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EMGAS achieves ISO 22301 certification for Business Continuity Management

Emirates Gas (EMGAS), a subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), has actually achieved the ISO 22301 certification, a global benchmark that measures company preparedness in the face of disruptions.

EMGAS is one of couple of companies in the oil and gas sector to be identified for the adoption of international standards for Business Continuity Management and is the first ENOC entity to achieve this accreditation. Its risk management system offers strategic and tactical abilities to plan for and react to incidents or occasions that might seriously interfere with business operations.

"As an entity born in the vibrant, cosmopolitan and visionary city of Dubai, EMGAS is accustomed to the always-on company environment. Guaranteeing that consumers' needs are satisfied, no matter the time, condition or weather is what adds to EMGAS's success, and the ISO 22301 accreditation is a testament to our ability to deal with all challenges, be it natural or unnatural," said Zaid Alqufaidi, Managing Director, ENOC Marketing.

"For a company that fuels homes and crucial industrial and industrial establishments throughout a number of areas, the adoption of ISO 22301 standards also makes sure that we have the systems and treatments and individuals with high level of competency in place, with the ability of managing unexpected incidents, events or issues that might potentially interrupt company," he included.

Established by the International Standards Organisation in 2012, the ISO 22301 defines the demands for a management system to protect against, reduce the possibility of, and make sure a business is prepared to withstand disruptive occurrences.

Our alignment with worldwide best practices makes us a distinct entity in the energy market and is in line with the objectives of the National Crisis & Emergency Authority (NCEMA) of the UAE," stated Nader Al Fardan, General Manager of EMGAS. He further stated: "As EMGAS is expanding into worldwide markets, the adoption of international finest practices such as ISO 22301 contributes to improving our corporate image among the top international oil business running in the area.".

In January 2016, EMGAS attained a 4 star rating in Social Responsibility Performance as per the ISO 26000 basic guidelines for its ongoing efforts in promoting environmental sustainability and safe practices. The company is likewise ISO accredited for 9001 (QMS), 14001 (EMS), 18001 (OSHAS) and 10002 (Customer Care).

EMGAS disperses Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) through five places in Dubai. Established in 1974, EMGAS today reaches consumers across the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, South & Central Asia and Africa.