American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) - Kuwait Chapter organized 7th International Health, Safety, Security Environment (HSSE) and Loss Prevention Conference & Exhibition during 26th Nov – 28th Nov 2013 which is a mega event in the state of Kuwait.
The prime objective of the conference was to promote Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental protection on workforce and common public across the globe by providing a forum for practitioners from Industries, Institutions, and Government Agencies to share the experiences, technological advancements, and innovative approaches and it is a best opportunity for the professionals to learn. To provide a focus on the future of industries and environment, the theme of this conference is “HSSE – Solutions to HSE Challenges”.
The inauguration for the event was held on 26th November 2013 at Radisson Blu Hotel, Kuwait.
Mr. Fadhel Al-Ali, Chairman, Organizing Committee of the Conference welcomed the distinguished dignitaries and professional from Kuwait and from the other nations, industries and organizations.
On Behalf of The Chief Guest H.E Mustafa AL Shimali, Minister of Oil, State of Kuwait, Mr. Nizar Al-Adsani Chief Executive Officer of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation inaugurated the conference and exhibition and addressed the professionals and highlighted the importance of such event.
The key note addresses were given by the following:
Mr. Mohammed Hussain President and CEO Equate Main Partner of ASSE Kuwait Chapter.
Mr. Hashem Sayed Hashem CEO Kuwait Oil Company
Mr. Mohammed Gazi Al Mutairi –CEO Kuwait National Petroleum Company
On behalf of Mr.Ahmad Al Omar Saudi Arabian Chevron President, Mr.Hussain Hakami HES/OE Manager
Colonel Nabeel Al Safy- Projects General Coordinator from SDFC
Mr. Brill Rhynd Consultant from RIMSCO
Mr.Raymond Clarke CEO of IQ Arabia.
Our distinguished delegate from USA, the President of American Society of Safety Engineers, Ms Kathy Seabrook addressed the professional and guests and appreciated the efforts by one of the prestigious chapter in the society, Kuwait Chapter and congratulated organizing committee and the members for their voluntary efforts to bring out such a wonderful conference.
Launching of the ASSE Global Logo was also done by the President of American Society of Safety Engineers USA, Ms Kathy Seabrook and Mr Fred Fortman Executive Director of American Society of Safety Engineers USA
Mr. Mohiuddeen –Director PDC organizing Committee has provided an overview of this conference and highlighted on the untiring efforts put in by dedicated members and support extended by various sponsors and organizations.
The sponsored companies and exhibitors were recognized during the program.
A prestigious advisory panel members of the conference Mr.Ismail Abdulla Deputy CEO, Kuwait Oil Company, Mr.Iyad Abdul Hamid Abdul Rahman Al-Hamoud, Chairman of the Kuwait Society fo Engineers, Dr.Ahmad Al Shatti Director, Occupational Health department, Ministry of Health, State of Kuwait, Mr.Major General Yousef Al-Ansari,Director, Kuwait Fire Service Directorate, Mr. Fahad Al Dihani,Manger (HSE) Kuwait National Petroleum Company, Mr. Ahmed Abbas, Manager(HSE) Kuwait Oil Company, Mr. Saleem Al Azmi,Manger(HSE) PIC,Mr.Vincent Miller, Region VI Vice President, ASSE, Mr. Bader Saud Al Sumait,Deputy CEO Support Services Kuwait National Petroleum Company,Mr.Capt Ali Haider, Former Deputy Director,Kwuati Environment Protection Authority were honored during the program.
Mr.Bala Siva Srikanth Senior Engineer HSE South & East Kuwait was honored with Chapter SPY award for his outstanding contributions to the chapter and to HSE profession.
Mr. Ahamd Al Attar President of ASSE Kuwait Chapter thanked all the dignitaries, professionals from various parts of the world, Exhibitors, organizations for their endorsement and delegates during the vote of thanks.
The inaugural function was concluded with the traditional ‘Ardha “ Dance