Abu Dhabi, UAE – [13/10/2025] – Serh Group, a leading provider of integrated logistics and industrial solutions in the UAE, has signed a strategic agreement with Noatum Logistics, an AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) company, and a leading global logistics management services enabler, to strengthen cooperation and deliver cutting-edge, sustainable logistics services for the UAE’s oil and gas sector. The agreement was signed by Mr. Abdulkhaliq Alameri, CEO of Serh Group and Mr. Farook Al Zeer, Chairman of the Logistics Cluster, AD Ports Group, in presence of senior officials from the two organisations.
The agreement was signed by (left) Mr. Abdulkhaliq Alameri, CEO of Serh Group and (right) Mr. Farook Al Zeer, Chairman of the Logistics Cluster, AD Ports Group.
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Dubai, UAE, 11 October 2025 – Osome, the AI-enabled business management platform trusted by over 30,000 entrepreneurs globally, today announced its official entry into the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the opening of its office in Dubai. The move underscores Osome’s twin priorities: helping founders reduce financial and administrative burdens and building a collaborative ecosystem of partners in the Middle East.
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Dubai, UAE, 10 October 2025: The latest CIPS Pulse Survey (Q3 2025) reveals that while global supply chain anxiety has eased slightly from record highs earlier this year, procurement leaders remain alert to mounting risks, including tariffs, geopolitical instability, and a sharp rise in cybersecurity threats.
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Dubai, UAE – October 9, 2025 – The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will join hands with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) to stage two pavilions at GITEX Global 2025, a prominent tech exhibition, from 13 to 17 October in Dubai.
Held under the theme “The Future of Responsible Care: Intelligent. Transparent. Resilient.”, the conference will feature a dynamic three-day program including keynote addresses, strategic panels, technical sessions, and workshops. The event will open on 13 October with pre-conference sessions on best practices in contractor management, followed by a Responsible Care® implementation workshop led by Daniel Roczniak, Senior Director, Responsible Care®, American Chemistry Council.
The main conference will commence on 14 October with an opening address by Khalid Al Alyani, VP, Global EHSS, SABIC, and Vice-Chairman, GPCA, Responsible Care Committee, followed by an inaugural address by Dr. Abdulrahman Jawahery, CEO, Bapco Refining. A fireside chat titled “From Incident to Industry Leadership through Responsible Care®” will feature Khalid Al Dawood, MD and CEO, NATPET, and Mitchell Toomey, VP Sustainability and Responsible Care, American, Chemistry Council.
The conference will continue on 15 October with a dedicated session on cybersecurity led by Naofel Nasim, VP Cyber Risk, Marsh, and Peter Clayton, Dubai Energy Engineering Hub Leader, Marsh. A leadership masterclass led by Alfredo Karam, Principal Consultant – Leadership and Culture Transformation Practitioner, dss+, will offer delegates insights on how to foster a safety culture in the modern world.
The 6th edition of the Responsible Care Conference comes at a time of measurable progress. According to the GPCA Performance Metrics report, in 2024 GPCA members reported a 33% reduction in Tier 1 process safety incidents, a 9% drop in hazardous waste intensity, and total GHG emissions falling below 100 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent, a testament to the region’s commitment to environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
Dr. Abdulwahab Al Sadoun, Secretary General, GPCA, commented: “This year’s GPCA Responsible Care Conference reflects the chemical industry’s unwavering commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and transparency. As we navigate a rapidly evolving landscape, Responsible Care® remains our guiding compass, empowering companies to lead with purpose, embrace digital transformation, and build a safer, more sustainable future for generations to come.”
The conference will feature the 4th GPCA Responsible Care Excellence Awards, honoring companies and individuals for outstanding achievements in Responsible Care®, alongside the 2nd GPCA Carbon Neutrality Cup, which will recognize exceptional senior undergraduate and postgraduate students from STEM disciplines across the GCC for their innovative contributions toward a net-zero future.
About the Gulf Petrochemicals & Chemicals Association
The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) was established in 2006 to represent the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the Arabian Gulf. Today, the association voices the common interests of more than 250 member companies from the chemical and allied industries, accounting for over 95 percent of chemical output in the GCC. The industry makes up the second largest manufacturing sector in the region, producing over USD 108 billion worth of products every year.
GPCA supports the petrochemical and chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf through advocacy, networking and thought leadership initiatives aimed at helping member companies to connect, share and advance knowledge, contribute to international dialogue, and become prime influencers in shaping the future of the global petrochemicals industry.
Committed to providing a regional platform for stakeholders from around the world, GPCA manages six working committees – Plastics, Supply Chain, Agri-Nutrients (Fertilizers), International Trade, Research and Innovation, and Responsible Care – and organizes six world-class events each year. The association also publishes an annual report, regular newsletters and various other industry reports.
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