Emirates Gas trains students on LPG safety

Press release

Published May 23rd, 2012 - 09:23 GMT

During the training

Emirates Gas (EMGAS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ENOC, the Dubai government-owned diversified energy group, recently conducted an LPG Safety & Awareness training programme at the National Institute for Vocational Education (NIVE).

The programme demonstrated safe installation of LPG cylinders, valves and regulators, the basics of the fire triangle and secure ways of handling LPG. An overview of EMGAS products and services was also presented to the 30 participants.

Hesham Ali Mustafa, Senior Director, ENOC Gas Marketing & General Manager, Emirates Gas LLC said: “We are committed to promoting knowledge of safe LPG practices to all sectors of society. As such, we regularly reach out to various schools to raise awareness amongst the youth.”

EMGAS has provided similar training programmes for students from a number of educational institutions including Al Ahlia School, Sumaya Bint Al Khayat Ajman Secondary School, Muzaira School and Institute of Applied Technology and Dubai Women’s College. The company also partnered with UAE University in Al Ain to strengthen research and development on LPG-related products.

Background Information

Emirates Gas

Emirates Gas is the leading supplier of LP Gases in the UAE and is recognized as an authority and reference point in the industry. Well established for over 30 years and a preferred choice of customers, EMGAS with a large fleet of modern tankers has catered to the rapid industrialization of Dubai and ensured speedy and reliable gas service to consumers. Apart from LP Gas, EMGAS has diversified to supply Propane and Aerosol Propellants for various specialized requirements and applications and is now poised to grow in the International market. With well qualified and experienced human resources, EMGAS has been in the forefront of setting benchmarks in the industry and improving safety and operating standards of customers through training and technical assistance.

Company Profile

Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC)

Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) L.L.C. is a leading integrated global oil and gas player operating across the energy sector value chain. A wholly owned company of the Government of Dubai, ENOC was initially established in 1993.