EQUATE Sponsors the National Initiative for the Development of Online Education

Press release

Published March 21st, 2018 - 10:26 GMT

EQUATE Sustainability Committee Member Asrar Mohammad during the press conference.

Continuing its support for social initiatives aimed at developing the capabilities and knowledge of the youth to arm them with the ability to face global challenges, EQUATE Petrochemical Company, a global producer of petrochemicals, announced its sponsorship of the national initiative for the development of online education (Taaleb).

During a press conference held by Taaleb, EQUATE Sustainability Committee Member Asrar Mohammad said: “EQUATE invests in supporting the professional development of the human capital, whether as human resources working at our company or as members of the society at large. We are focused on supporting the development of the youth who represent a key pillar in EQUATE’s Sustainability Strategy. Taaleb has gained tangible success since its inception due to its innovative solutions, enabling students to focus on studying and achieving excellence. For that, EQUATE is extending its support and contributing to the development of our local human capital.”

Established in 2010, Taaleb has become the internet-based portal for the Ministry of Education, serving over half a million students and promoting online communication between students and teachers.

Background Information

EQUATE Petrochemical Company

Established in 1995, EQUATE is a global producer of petrochemicals which participates in the creation of a better world, by providing reliable services and solutions, enabling global customers and stakeholders to grow and attain the success they seek. EQUATE’s shareholders are Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC), The Dow Chemical Company (Dow), Boubyan Petrochemical Company (BPC), and Qurain Petrochemical Industries Company (QPIC).