ENOC and DP World Strengthen Safety with Emergency Response Pact
Dubai's energy and logistics giants, ENOC Group and DP World, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bolster emergency and fire response capabilities, ensuring safer operations across critical infrastructure in the emirate.
The agreement, formalized at ENOC's Dubai headquarters, was signed by His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO of ENOC, and His Excellency Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC. It aims to enhance safety through joint training, coordinated planning, and regular updates to emergency protocols. 'This MoU underscores our commitment to operational safety and resilience,'
said Al Falasi. 'Collaborating with DP World strengthens our ability to protect our people, assets, and community.'
The partnership mandates annual joint exercises to improve preparedness and response times, led by both organizations' emergency teams. It also establishes shared protocols for engaging external agencies, ensuring swift action during crises.
Bin Damithan emphasized, 'Safety is at the core of DP World's operations. This agreement enhances our capacity to build resilient infrastructure for regional trade.'
ENOC's ongoing safety initiatives include its 2022 Emergency Response Centre in Jebel Ali, developed with Dubai Civil Defence. Recently, the centre's team completed specialized HAZMAT and fire risk training in the UK, equipping them to handle complex incidents in the oil and gas sector.
This collaboration marks a significant step toward safeguarding Dubai's vital energy and logistics hubs, reinforcing both organizations' dedication to operational excellence and community safety.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
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