by utilizing local and international marketing and media channels.” He informed that since it started operation in April 2011, the company had repaired more than 80 vessels of various types and sizes. “And in 2012 we are looking to receive more than 100 ships and tankers,” he added. “For this we are cashing in on our human expertise and material resources and the unique operation and management of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co (DSME). At the time of this celebration, we are proud that we could employ more than 1000 Omanis and prepared a comprehensive plan to train them in some of the biggest dry docks in Korea and Romania.” The event also celebrated ODC’s bestin-the-class health and safety standards and quality management system which enabled the company to obtain the Occupational Health and Safety Advisory Services (OHSAS) 18001/2007 certification and the ISO 9001:2008 certifications, by US-based ABS Quality Evaluations. Joe Brincat, the ABS Regional VP for Middle East and Eric Kleess, President & COO of ABS Pacific presented the certifications to the company on the occasion. Elaborating on this, Deputy CEO, Sheikh Khalil bin Ahmed al Salmi said, “The ODC has achieved one million safe man-hours which enabled it to win the OHSAS certification. These certifications testify to the fact that ODC has taken adequate steps to avoid accident and hazardous situation using a comprehensive and efficiently implemented system for the benefit of its employees, clients and relevant stakeholders.” A corporate film showcasing the unique features of Oman Drydock Company and its remarkable contribution towards May-Jun, 2012
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