OMAN DOWNSTREAM EXPO TO FOCUS ON GOVERNMENT STRATEGY TO INCREASE SECTOR GROWTH

摘要

While the government continues to focus its efforts on reducing its longstanding dependence on oil,the apparent recovery of oil prices of late is seen to play a crucial role in financing these efforts,placing the sector in a position poised for growth.This and the government's recent moves to streamline corporate structures through major mergers such as of Oman Oil Company(OOC)and Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company(Orpic)are the base of the conference at the upcoming Oman Downstream Exhibition and Conference(ODEC)during 15-17 April,at Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.Now a landmark industry event,ODEC has proven to be a timely and beneficial platform,bringing in a well-selected speaking faculty of highly acclaimed experts such as Erwin Mortelmans,commercial director,Port of Duqm;Francois Good,senior vice president-refining and petrochemicals,Orient,Middle East,Asia and Africa,Total;and Odette Eng,vice president,hydrocarbon global refining,WorleyParsons,among others.