Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, visited Das Island to lay the cornerstone of a new hospital and residential complex. The infrastructure expansion marks an important milestone in ADNOC’s low-carbon growth strategy as the company accelerates its efforts to deliver the maximum energy safely and sustainably with minimum emissions the world needs.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, said: “I am proud to see the tangible progress ADNOC is making to build a more sustainable future for all. The world needs more and cleaner energy, and the UAE is leading the way. In the Year of Sustainability, ADNOC’s efforts to increase gas capacity and decarbonise its operations will help accelerate the world’s energy transition.”
Sheikh Hamdan began the visit with a tour of Das Island, during which he was briefed on the production facilities, prominent technologies used and key projects currently under development. His Highness also visited the control room, where he was briefed about the role of UAE National employees who manage the gas production plant and heard about ADNOC's comprehensive strategy for gas production and its goal to enable gas self-sufficiency for the UAE.
During the visit, Sheikh Hamdan met with ADNOC employees, reaffirming the commitment of the UAE’s wise Leadership to continue investing in the development of UAE Nationals in order to ensure their active contribution towards the nation’s growth and prosperity. His Highness praised the important role of Emirati women, emphasising the need to continue empowering them across sectors, especially in the energy sector where they excel.
The Das Island expansion plan will include new residential quarters with plans to increase female accommodation and services. ADNOC plans to become a regional leader in diversity to attract the best UAE talent to future proof its business. As part of ADNOC’s Sustainability Strategy it will double female representation in technical positions to 25 percent by 2030.
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