SunThe Arabian Vol. LXIX, No. 43, November 12, 2014 Tablet campaign distribution in full swing. Thank you! See full story on page 5 Conserving for the future Cover Story This year’s Community Services (CS) 2014 Energy Conservation Campaign showcased successful conservation programs and educated local students on the importance of conserving the nation’s precious energy resources. Saudi Aramco has been practicing energy efficiency methods since 1988, which was the first year that the company installed building insulation in AlMujamma’ building in Dhahran. Leading by example, Saudi Aramco continues replacing incandescent light bulbs with efficient LED bulbs and adopting policies for the use of energy efficient building cooling systems. n Visitors to the campaign learned that the company’s replacement of all incandescent lamps with LED lamps provides an impressive 20 megawatt saving which is enough to energize a city the size of Abqaiq. See full story on page 4 Upstream’s R&D delivers Saudi Aramco proved to be a major draw at this year’s Society of Petroleum Engineers’ (SPE) Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) held in Amsterdam, showcasing the company’s Upstream R&D activities. See full story on page 3 Saudi Aramco by the Numbers 60,000 is the number of fluorescent luminaries in company offices that are being replaced with efficient LED bulbs. Saudi Aramco CDPNE students excel in Japan. See Pages 6 - 8 46 Friday. Some get completely overwhelmed by these emotional waves and. tears. the former world boxing champion: “I never thought of losing. Oct. self-propelled jack-up barges. Oct. Room 87. To address new challenges. In addition. we need to develop the mindset to learn from our failures as much as from our victories. Scott Baldauf. Dhahran Heights. and sweat. happy and relaxed. On the second day of the conference and exhibition the Global Workboat Technology Forum featured a lineup of the world’s foremost experts who presented a series of technical papers on the sector’s latest trends. 10. Such developments will require a new generation of technologically developed OPEC Basket Weekly Price trend for the past five weeks: Friday. Nov. They may feel confident. Building 9156. the second topic was Vessel Design and Growing Sophistication while the third was Environmental Conservation. Winners experience a broad range of emotions. Jeff McCoshen and Rawan Nasser. SMEM 2014 was held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan ibn Muhammad ibn Rashed Al-Maktoum. But if they stay in these Director. Dhahran Heights. In an address given on behalf of Bader Ghouth. 2014 — $82. national economy and advance the Kingdom’s development. Marjan. That major achievements are always the result of the team rather than individual efforts. has established itself as a platform for launching new products over the course of 11 years. efficiency and reliability. their behaviors become inappropriate. Khomais said. Dhahran. Saudi Aramco’s offshore areas development and upgrade projects will lead to an increased demand for the recruitment and training of manpower specialized in this field. 17. Email: publishing@aramco. Running parallel to the efforts to pursue the development of such new fields. in order to provide the optimal supply service to rigs and barges operating in the company’s offshore fields. ships to maintain reliable services. Some winners and losers keep their feelings to themselves while others display their inner emotional experiences with those around them. and others elated. 2014 — $83. Finally. diving service vessels equipped with Calss-II dynamic positioning systems. Correspondence may be addressed to the editor.lessons to learn from the World Cup Your Voice reflects the thoughts and opinions of the writer and not necessarily those of the publication.com ISSN: 1319-156X n F ehr Khomais pointed out that the current expansion witnessed by Saudi Aramco’s operations will create new attractive opportunities in the workboat sector. the only thing is to do it right … We all have to take defeats in life. People find it hard to The Arabian Sun is a weekly publication issued free of charge by the Public Relations Department for Saudi Aramco employees. 31. 876-0374. n T he exhibit held on the sidelines of SMEM presented a number of solutions presented by the exhibiting agencies based on their own experiences and innovative endeavors. at the Dubai International Exhibition Center. but true leaders learn from lost battles and start planning for victory. 7. All were looking for victory to avoid shame as “Victory has a hundred fathers and defeat is an orphan. Abu Safah and Berri. Khomais also pointed out the Saudi Aramco’s current expansion in operations offshore such as Karan. Saudi Aramco is a strategic partner of Seatrade.11 Friday. 24. 2014 Company News Saudi Aramco plays major role in Dubai maritime conference Abdulwahab Bozaid Dubai — Saudi Aramco has again played a key role in one of the world’s premier shipping and maritime events.000 professionals and experts in the maritime and offshore industry representing ports and shipping companies from 67 countries. how huge crowds. 2014 — $82. R-87. state of the art anchor handling vessels and large off- What is victory and what is defeat? Are there specific lessons to be drawn from the world’s biggest sporting event? Lessons of how yesterday’s greats fell causing pain to their publics. Building 9156 (D Wing) Articles may be reproduced provided The Arabian Sun is credited.2 The Arabian Sun | November 12.56 Friday. but the wise accept losing gracefully.com lose. the wise plan their next move as exemplified by the thoughts of Mohammad Ali. but bitter is the taste of defeat. Seatrade Middle East Maritime (SMEM). Khomais emphasized in his address that the new basic fleet requirements will consist of larger and more powerful docking tugs.” The important takeaways for business are that success most often results from the long-term investments of real time and effort. as a consequence.71 Friday. Printed by: . Programs and Support Services Unit supervisor. 2014 — $78. Some silently show their emotions in the form of artistic drawings on their faces and colored noses. The forum featured four sessions focusing on three topics. 2014 — $88. praised the forum’s efforts to provide a platform for ship operators. D Wing. acting Marine Planning. Losing is disappointing. a challenge Saudi Aramco is addressing by utilizing the training courses provided by King Abdulaziz University’s Faculty of Marine Sciences. Part of Dubai Maritime Week.87 Your Voice Accept defeats in life . Crown Prince of Dubai. Each session had two technical papers presented. Saudi Arabia Telephone. held in Dubai. In all these tumultuous events. The first topic extended over the first and second sessions and addressed operational safety. Some winners celebrate their winning on the field while some losers burst into tears next to them. superior. Saudi Aramco started to utilize the services of 16 platform supply vessels (PSV’s). Some rubbed off the bleeding wounds in their faces and continued the game. not on overnight miracle manufactured on magical wands: Building a team takes time but yields rewards in the end. emotions too long. could coexist and behave in a civilized manner? All players did their best offering toil. We should know the strengths and weaknesses of our business rivals to gain the competitive advantage in the marketplace. The building of an integrated shipyard in Ras Al-Khair is expected to create a major opportunity to establish ship repair yards and support all phases of ship building and repair. Oct. Fehr Khomais. builders and owners to exchange creative ideas and new technological solutions. shore maintenance and accommodation vessels. offshore security patrol vessels. Khomais concluded his address by saying that Saudi Arabia’s marine operations sector has promising capabilities to contribute to the diversification of the Mohammed H. Todd Williams Editorial staff: Eamonn Houston. Publishing Division: Haitham Jehairan Editors: Jamsheed Din. Eisa Ras Tanura eisamh@aramco. Saudi Aramco’s Marine Department Manager. Zuluf. they drag defeat behind them. some distressed and depressed. but now that it has happened.” The taste of winning is sweet. Saudi Aramco will continue to provide the required services to the Company’s offshore oilfields in Safaniyah. all equipped with a Class-2 dynamic positioning system (DP-II). Oct. One player in his zeal got almost paralyzed with a severe back injury. the event saw the participation of over 7. Arabiyah and Hasbah will create new opportunities in the workboat sector. who held discussions with senior counterparts from across the industry. The CEO said that the committee complimented the quality of planning and execution in Saudi Aramco as well as praising the frequency of strategy presentations to the board. the directors were briefed on the company’s performance and financial position through the third quarter of the year. Recognized among exceptional young professionals was Ghaithan Al-Muntasheri. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Saudi Aramco for supporting this organization in KSA. which highlights not only my personal commitment to my career endeavors Saudi Aramco’s exhibition at this year’s Society of Petroleum Engineers’ (SPE) Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) proved to be a major attraction point for visitors. Here. having had n the chance to meet and interact with many of the brightest people in the Kingdom and overseas. since its inception in 1994 that a winner has come from the Middle East region. As part of their visit they were given a presentation by KAPSARC president. the directors approved the October ERs. who became an Honorary Member of SPE. Honorary Membership is the highest honor SPE confers upon an individual. underlining how important it was for AOC to assist Saudi Aramco in capitalizing on the occasion and strengthen the company’s presence among technical communities in our region. smoothly and safely. During the meeting itself. took home the Management and Information Award. On a personal level. aimed at developing employees from “hire to retire. While in Riyadh. Riyadh was chosen as the venue for the two days of meetings. the accuracy of simulation model data. to further innovate and build upon its expertise in reservoir simulation. In addition. who emphasized the importance of events such as ATCE being a combined effort. with visits from both students and teachers who comprise SPE’s educational initiative. Saudi Aramco was also recognized at SPE’s Annual Reception & Banquet.” said Al-Muntasheri. technology. a flagship institute built by Saudi Aramco that is performing world-class research in energy. We consider ourselves leaders in petroleum studies so it is fitting that through this event we have shared not only our technical research related to Upstream but also the oppor- n tunities to collaborate with us in the future. Left: Saeed Al-Mubarak and Ghaithan Al-Muntasheri proudly display their awards. Presentations on the stand were on a range of topics with technical deliveries focusing on increasing ultimate recovery.” Insights were also given by Aramco Overseas Company’s (AOC) Strategic Sourcing department on investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the role potential partners could play in the company’s supply chain. Al-Falih told the ExCom that the reason corporate management was able to focus on strategy was because “We have the best people who are executing the day-to-day operations running reliably. and shown a summary of the findings of research carried out by the research center. Saudi Aramco was a constant presence at the numerous workshops and technical sessions taking place throughout ATCE and also facilitated tours and presentations aimed at the future of the industry. Team Leader in Production Technology at Saudi Aramco’s research center in Houston. SPE itself is the largest individual member organization serving managers. at SPE exhibitions. F ar Left: Ali Dogru was handed an honorary membership of the SPE during the event. the company presented its response to the experience gap and Saudi Aramco’s creation of a professional development center. but also Saudi Aramco’s commitment. promoting the company’s R&D activities related to its Upstream operations. vice president of Petroleum Engineering and Development. like Saudi Aramco. It has attracted more than half a million exploration and production professionals worldwide since its Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition began 90 years ago. Saudi Aramco president and CEO Khalid A. In 2015. A highlight was a review of the exploration successes achieved by the Upstream business. Al-Falih shared highlights of the Executive Committee (ExCom) meeting held at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC). many of whom were keen to learn more about the company’s future trajectory as a leader in Upstream. given for services to SPE and to his community. 2014 | The Arabian Sun 3 Company News CEO briefs management on ExCom Riyadh meeting During a recent conference call with the managers. as a leader in Upstream. Additionally. economics and the environment. “It is excellent to see Saudi Aramco occupy such a prominent position at a major fixture on the oil and gas calendar. Najwa S. which included a busy presentation schedule at the Saudi Aramco stand. Intelligent Field Team Leader in Dhahran.” Al-Falih thanked employees for keeping the most complex hydrocarbons operation in the world running efficiently and safely “which is allowing us to think for the next decade and much beyond as we plot our future strategy.” The company’s third award was courtesy of Saudi Aramco Fellow Ali Dogru. “Volunteering with SPE has always been rewarding and this award is a clear indication of this. Al-Falih said the ExCom were fully engaged in all the presentations and they continued to support the company’s activities. and Managing Director Fahad Al-Abdulkareem. engineers. The energy-focused program is aimed at getting students excited about STEM (science.1% of SPE’s total membership body and conferred on individuals with outstanding service to SPE and/ or in recognition of distinguished scientific or engineering achievements.” Saudi Aramco makes big impression at 2014 Society of Petroleum Engineers’ ATCE Through a combination of technical displays and presentations. allowing the directors to see firsthand the major developments taking place in the Kingdom’s capital that are directly and indirectly impacted by Saudi Aramco. for his contributions and technical leadership in developing large scale mega and giga-cells reservoir simulation technology and pioneering work related to uncertainty analysis for reservoir performance prediction. the directors toured KAPSARC. Saeed Al-Mubarak. which is creating a new financial “downtown” for Riyadh. They also got the opportunity to visit the King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) where they were exposed to KACTS’s business incubator. particularly the company’s technical content. As a platinum sponsor of the event. “What’s more important than winning is the preparation for winning and the continuous support by the hidden network that is my management in Saudi Aramco. Saudi Aramco proved a major draw at this year’s Society of Petroleum Engineers’ (SPE) Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE) held in Amsterdam. . aeronautics and space research and commercialization and the King Abdullah Financial District development. Reflecting on his achievement. adding to an award he received in 2009. Al-Mubarak said.November 12. it occupied a lead position on the exhibition floor with strong interest from visitors. limited to 0.” said Al-Buraik. the Netherlands. engineering and mathematics) and introduces teachers and students to oil and gas curriculum and gives them a chance to interact with industry companies.” said Dogru Supporting the event throughout was AOC. “This is only the second occasion that SPE’s ATCE has been held in Europe. Among the technical awards for advancing petroleum technology. Samer AlAshgar. including funds to construct a large number of new housing units in company communities. Al-Buraik will assume the role of director atlarge as part of SPE’s leadership team. “I was delighted to receive such recognition. who collected the Young Member Outstanding Service Award. Not only is it the first time Saudi Aramco has claimed this award but also the first time. Azaimi gives a presentation on the role of the Upstream Professional Development Center in developing Upstream Saudi talent. intelligent fields implementations and resolving mixed salinity challenges. Heading Saudi Aramco’s representation at the 2014 edition of the event was Khaled Al-Buraik. They were also briefed and endorsed the company’s Fuels and Retail Marketing Strategy developed as part of the ATP. an evening that highlights outstanding SPE members who have made significant contributions to the industry. scientists and other professionals worldwide in the Upstream segment of the oil and gas industry.” Beyond the exhibition and awards. ” • “Building Envelope Solutions. Al-Yami explained that the students come to Saudi Aramco and experience a life changing event. Turn off lights when no one is in the room.000 KWH/year. Approximately 400 HVAC units are being replaced annually under the CS business plan. Community Services (CS) highlights the importance of energy conservation at Saudi Aramco. the LED lamps will reduce energy consumption by 50 percent. The student’s objective was to design. one could feel the difference in energy use between them.” • “Solar and Energy Efficient Solutions. Meanwhile.000 metric tons/year. Energy Management Steering Committee (EMSC) and the Power System Planning Department (PSPD) highlighted the main objective. Nearly 250 young adults from six local schools. Al-Jaber said at the event’s inauguration. A pledgeboard was included to motivate people to make pledges and comments about energy conservation. Setting the air conditioning and heating units to 78 degrees Fahrenheit (26 degrees Celsius) through the summer and 66 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit (19 to 20 degrees Celsius) during the winter significantly reduces the amount of energy consumed by air-conditioning units. called “Fajir. CS has an annual program to replace existing inefficient HVAC units with high energy efficiency Ratio (EER) units.” Facilities Maintenance Division head Jamal E. CS is also changing 60. Energy Management Steering Committee (EMSC) representative explained the ‘Lead by Example corporate wide initiative.000.” • “Solar Applications. Since that time. Mubayedh recalled that in the 2013 CS Energy Conservation Campaign a decision was made to replace the company’s inefficient incandescent light bulbs with highly efficient LED light bulbs. this campaign signifies a very important message “Although we are working in an oil and gas company but we also care about conservation” which is in line with this year’s campaign slogan “SAVE ENERGY …. called the Abu Dhabi Solar Challenge. kilowatt hour of energy reduction 30. Abu Khadra. This year’s CS 2014 Energy Conservation Campaign showcased successful conservation programs and educated local students on the importance of conserving the nation’s precious energy resources. “Saudi Aramco is committed to the efficient use of energy. the number of competing building insulation vendors has grown significantly as the demand locally for energy conservation has grown. 28-30. though. After thanking the organizing committee. students from local middle school and high schools attended the CS 2014 campaign. Al-Farabi Intermediate School Khobar. In recent years.” says Ali Al-Yami. the future generations. “The goal is to reduce energy consumption by a minimum of 35 percent of energy used in the nonindustrial sector by 2020. This car was manufactured at PMU by the students. Abdulkarim.” This race car will be the only Saudi Arabian entry to the solar powered racing event. This year. 2014 Company leads the way in energy efficiency JESSICA WEIRMIER DHAHRAN — Each year since 2006. including those from King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Secondary School Dammam. power. local elementary students were brought into Saudi Aramco and participated in the CS 2013 campaign.” he says.000 BOE/year and CO2 reduction of 20. manager U&TSD Musab Mubayedh and manager P&CSD Hussain A. He was accompanied by CS executive director Hany. CS understands the importance of HVAC application which is responsible for 60-70 percent of total energy consumption in the offices and residences. senior vice president (A) of Operations and Business Services Muhammad Al-Saggaf cut the ribbon to open the exhibition. Dhahran First Secondary School. FOR A BRIGHTER TOMORROW”. “We always have a campaign to promote awareness of energy efficiency to change behavior of A variety of vendors displayed energy efficient technology to visitors and gave tips on how to save energy. energy bill reduction of approximately SR 8 MM/year. students from Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) staffed a booth to promote their handmade solar-powered race car. Consumers should look for star-rated appliances and high EER HVAC equipment which consume significantly less n uhammad Al-Saggaf (center) visits the many booths and vendors that attended the campaign. Choosing the Right LED. uses much less energy to operate. “Our objective is to promote energy conservation. in January 2015. Regulations and Enforcements. The energy inefficient T-12 120 watt luminaries are being replaced by 56 watt LED type fixtures.” A Power System Planning Department representative highlighted energy saving through a test bench with two light bulbs plugged into it: one light bulb an old fashioned incandescent style. production. In addition to providing adequate illumination. K. The main booth that was shared by CS. an increment of only one EER will provide saving of approximately 10 percent on HVAC power consumption. In a nutshell. general manager (A) CS projects and Technical support Mohammed A.” said Mubayedh. By adopting various initiatives under EMSC and the Lead by Example roadmap. who are also members of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.” • “Central Plant Optimization. From Oct. build and race solar powered vehicles across Saudi Arabia as a way to promote energy conservation. Encouraging M visitors to use energy efficient lighting was a major component of the event. Saudi Aramco continues replacing incandescent light bulbs with efficient LED bulbs and adopting policies for the use of energy efficient building cooling systems. computers and radios when these small appliances are not being used. program and accomplishment. In an effort to lead by example. Last year. The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) contributed greatly by providing a highly informative and engaging presentation about electricity to students. Saudi Aramco will be a role model for the entire Kingdom to begin implementing energy conservation measures. and the distribution of electricity as well as tariffs. Khobar Secondary School. They are to become change agents. A feedback box was also provided to collect comments. which was the first year that a vendor installed building insulation in Al-Mujamma’ building in Dhahran. “We’ve seen that parents are more committed (to changing behavior) if the children are leading it. and Khobar Fifth Intermediate School. televisions. “Our North and South communities are illuminated with incandescent-free lights and Dhahran community will be zero incandescent before the end of 2014. The car is to be raced by Rami Al-Sayed.000 inefficient fluorescent luminaries in company offices. This initiative and program is set to be complete at the end of 2015. By touching the two bulbs. manage.” • “LED Brings Architecture to Life. Al-Qahtani as they toured the 21 vendors who are taking part in the 2014 CS Energy Conservation Campaign. Students appeared very keen and really took interest by asking many questions.” • “High Efficiency Double Skin AHU.Cover story 4 The Arabian Sun | November 12. touching briefly on generation. the second an energy efficient LED bulb. vendors have installed building insulation in several company buildings and housing units in various communities. he added. which is enough to energize a city the size of Abqaiq and saving does not stop here. energy than regular appliances and equipment. In line with the LED replacement and installation initiative. which will help improve next year’s campaign. fuel and water. The CS initiative for the replacement of all incandescent lamps with LED lamps provides impressive 20 megawatt sav- n ings. three boys schools in one day and three girls schools the following day attended the 2014 campaign.” He also added “The annual CS energy conservation campaign is an integral part of Saudi Aramco’s overall energy conservation strategy” To kickstart the campaign. Insulation in the walls will reduce the amount of energy it takes to heat and cool a building.” Saudi Aramco has been practicing energy efficiency methods since 1988. as the LED produces much less heat. . and therefore. These lamps will last between 10 and 15 years (compared to the 5-6 years life of traditional fluorescent lamps). The message is to save energy by turning off appliances. private sector vendors had the opportunity to give presentations showcasing various energy efficient products and services with themes such as: • “Path to Green Lighting. oil saving of 20. Dhahran Third Intermediate School. as a result of her exceptional school performance and to help her achieve her dream. handling household chemicals. “Such donations are a true example of the spirit of generosity and giving. n C hildren in Makkah proudly display their newly acquired tablets thanks to the donations of Saudi Aramco employees. “While we were giving out the tablets in Al-Hasa. She cried vehemently. elementary. One autumn day. Abdulaziz. environmental health. but there was nothing we could do to help her. The #knowledge_gift hashtag was created and many opinion leaders. Amel would sit on her balcony for hours gazing at the sky and the stars.633 4 Qatif 433 5 Najran 285 6 Dhuba 85 7 Rabigh 73 8 Abqaiq 45 9 Yanbu 119 10 Hofuf 437 11 Madinah 803 12 Mubaraz 583 13 Jazan 14 Makkah 148 1. free-of-charge and unlimited Internet access. A Step on the Knowledge Road Amal is one of 13. Consequently. communications Company center to activate the free data SIM.” With over 20. Had Saudi Aramco’s employees who donated to this campaign seen how happy she was. worked diligently and put in many hours to ensure that each student received their tablet. Upon entering the school. Amal holds onto her dream of becoming the first Saudi female astronaut. Abdullah Al-Mudaifer said the initiative “succeeded in teaching us how to grow small ideas and select quality work which feeds minds. Osamah Al-Nassar. he is now learning to become a petroleum engineer and dreams of the day he joins Saudi Aramco — the world’s largest oil company. who n will benefit from this initiative that Saudi Aramco launched in cooperation with a number of partners. employees and volunteers alike. After receiving his tablet. but could not find a tablet number assigned to her. the hashtag witnesses great interaction. Al-Hababi said: “Before the tablets leave Dhahran. he patted her on the head and left. Boshra Al-Hababi. Finally. because. some in elementary schools like herself and some in intermediate and secondary schools. with columnists writing articles praising the campaign. Khalid Al-Falih. they would have known that the money they donated brought happiness to the hearts of thousands. There were also a large number of tablet computers in elegant boxes. food safety and storage. thousands of students are told Tablet campaign inspires the young Nagy Awad DHAHRAN — Despite the death of her father. creating innovative software that benefit his own country. “The names were scrutinized by the Ministry of Education. at the time of delivery (to students). when we asked our colleagues in the males section for technical help. shall we start the first step toward the stars today?” Later on that day. for the students. Saudi Aramco installed educational and environmental software on the tablets. However. a first preparatory grade student in a school in Jazan who admires Bill Gates. we send letters to all eligible persons in the concerned district through the Takaful Society. Amal sat in the large hall in one of the Hail City schools. Saudi Aramco installed educational and environmental software on the tablets. and then the tablets are distributed in order.513 .” she said. mass media professor at King Saud University added a comment. an employee of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR”) Division. it is impossible for an ineligible person to receive a tablet. CSR Department head at the Saudi Electricity Company. Therefore. the possibility of error is zero. public health. Without saying a word. We apologized to her and referred her back to the Takaful Society. we compare the student’s name to their name on their ID. As I said. In the educational arena. preparatory and secondary. Her mother had told her that the organizing agency and the Ministry of Education had selected her to be one of the first girls to receive the Knowledge Gift. one elementary school girl came to us and we tried entering her name several times.” The company employees’ donations to this campaign and their great interaction with it are evidence that they understand very well the true meaning of citizenship and contribute to their country’s progress in a manner befitting our modern era with its technology and knowledge. 2014 | The Arabian Sun 5 Sky’s the limit. writers and interested persons commented under it expressing opinions that praise the idea and its manner of implementation. This is why everybody. it is a major step toward a better future. he is now making his first steps towards become a professional computer programmer. Although tablets can be used for entertainment and games. One day Amel asked her brother to buy her a computer or even a small tablet device. the Saudi Aramco’s employees whose generous donations were the reason we are celebrating this event today.Company news November 12. The software has been approved by the Ministry of Education. the belief that we are opening the door of knowledge to groups who would otherwise be incapable of reaching them. a cold breeze sneaked into Amal’s room as her mother entered saying: “Astronaut. There were a large number of girls. the whole thing was not just some kind of work that we do.057 15 Haradh 9 16 Nuairyah 19 17 Khafji 69 18 Abha 391 19 Tabuk 673 20 Hafer Baten 599 21 Sulayyal 105 22 Dammam 575 23 Al Khobar 204 24 Dhahran 25 Total 8. etc.” The Sky is the Limit Amel is now taking her first steps towards the stars.” Useful Programs In full coordination with the Ministry of Education. The tablet computers are being distributed to beneficiaries simultaneously in cities Kingdomwide.” added Boshra. has just returned from a campaign for distributing the tablets in Al-Hasa District. with the words Gift of Knowledge from Saudi Aramco written in raised letters on them. the founder of Microsoft. of Tablets Distributed 1 Jubail 54 2 Ras Tanura 89 3 Riyadh 1.” Zero Error Possibility With regard to the mechanism used in delivering the tablets and whether there was a possibility of erroneously giving a tablet to an ineligible person. “You can never imagine her happiness at receiving the tablet. Dr. it emanated from our sense of the importance of this work. “Before we go to the school in the area where the tablets are to be distributed. addressed the most needy audience and relied on partnership with the establishments serving it. decided to follow suit and become one of the world’s major computer programmers. Al-Zamil. Such scenarios are an Internet-based learning environment available in Arabic and English. “Rather. in addition to that. provide them with knowledge and skills through critical thinking and problem-solving scenarios and help them meet their educational needs through educational technologies. The fifth grader would ponder her dream while walking home from school to her remote village in the Hail area. Then. A Major Step toward the Future “I would like to express my great gratitude to my brothers and sisters.” tweeted Salah M. each tablet is assigned by its serial number to the name of an eligible person in the city to which the tablet will be sent. we found out that her name was there and that she was assigned a tablet but there was a need to update the names. which was the one to provide us with those names well before the launching of the campaign. an educational and knowledge tool Social media networks were quick to react with the project. the tablets included scenarios in a cyber-environment for children to achieve a specific educational objective. the student receives the tablet. Newspapers also interacted with the campaign. In the area of environment. each student receives a number. aiming to inspire young people. Although it is admittedly a small step on the knowledge road. City No. the ones distributed under Saudi Aramco’s Gift of Knowledge campaign are. saying: “The most beautiful thing in this initiative is that it built on the value of knowledge. On the stage were young Saudi women scrutinizing the girls’ names and comparing them to their IDs. in over 13 cities all over the Kingdom. Also included for young people is a list of subjects which strives to provide knowledge and encourage the sense of environmental appreciation among school students through various subjects such as environmental protection.” said Mr. and we explain its capabilities and contents and draw the student’s attention to the initiative’s toll-free customer support telephone number in Saudi Aramco in order to solve any technical problems the users might face. This is a wonderful initiative. looking with amazement at everything around her. She was doing exceptionally well at school but she saw her dreams fade one day to the next as she searched for the means to satisfy her thirst for learning. after more than one hour. we remind the students of the importance of visiting any Saudi Tele- In coordination with the Ministry of Education. they include information on air quality. In an article run by AlYawm Saudi newspaper. giving her two-year. each tablet was assigned to a specific person. “What a beautiful thing Saudi Aramco’s employees did. “To us. Saudi Aramco’s president and CEO. As for Saleh.000 students in various stages of education.000 tweets in less than three weeks. It’s also my future ambition. “to contribute with the benefits of my experience here. Mohammed Hussain Al Salem graduated highschool in 2011 and arrived in Japan in January 2012.The Far East.6 The Arabian Sun | November 12.800 letters. where each one can be written in three different ways to deliver the same meaning. the company that made possible this opportunity for me to study abroad. Sadiq Tokyo — Saudi Aramco’s Training and Development general manager. ‘The Arabian Sun’ met with these students to learn more about their ambitions. benefitting from an environment of creativity. Saudi Aramco students are learning in the most prestigious institutes and universities. On the shores of the Sea of Japan. gas and petrochemicals. “It wasn’t easy to remember an alphabet of 1. “When I first arrived in Japan I had to start learning to depend on myself in organizing my studies. as a whole. “I learned a lot. Nabil Al-Dabal. Learning Japanese consumed most of his day. accomplishment and boundless ambition under one of the world’s most advanced educational systems. Our local and international partnerships in these countries confirm this and the outcomes are impressive and promising. I’m so grateful to them and to Saudi Aramco for providing me with this valuable opportunity to receive my education in such a great society. and we are confident that the outcome will exceed all expectations. when I have the chance. is economically evolving into one of the largest and most important energy and petrochemicals markets in the world. 2014 Company News Saudi Aramco Students in Japan: n Some of Saudi Aramco’s sponsored CDPNE students in Japan pose for a photo with their instructors at the Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute. yet full of deep mean- .” he said.” Al-Moosa shared what he referred to as “a small gesture. aspirations. especially in oil. Al-Moosa hopes to join the ranks of Saudi Aramco. Adil A. corroborated the company’s investment in HR “as it is our most valuable asset.” Rain and Japanese altruism Mohamed Abdulmohsin Al-Moosa is in his penultimate year. which taught me how to develop strong business relationships with other companies and time management. hopes and dreams.” he said. but he is optimistic about his prospective MIS studies in Japan. studying Business Management and majoring in Human Resources.” As for his ambitions. to continue my studies to postgraduate level in this country. Saudi Aramco has some of its young CDPNEs learning Japanese. “My ambition after finishing my bachelor degree is to garner the fruits of this experience when I return home to work for Saudi Aramco.” He further commented that Saudi Aramco sponsoring students to study in Japan is an investment in the future direction of energy. Al-Salem spoke of the difficulties he first faced. Shinjuku Institute: High-tech learning At this prestigious language institute. such as diligence and devotion and passion for work. being one of the most advanced countries in the world in that field. tidy- ing up and doing house work and everything — mommy and daddy are not here! I had to rely on myself. I’ve learned so much from the Japanese people.. both in academic and everyday life matters from my senior colleagues. ” working on an airplane design project of his own at the university. which I’m very keen on. in Dhahran. especially in helping primary school students. .” ‘Saqr’s weekend hobby is ice skating. He was also very active in social volunteering work. “I also had difficulties adapting to Japanese cuisine but I was able to overcome all that and learn the Japanese way of order. As for his social activities. earning him a certificate of distinction from both Saudi Aramco and his university. He had three choices. “At the ice skating rink I get the chance to socialize with a lot of Japanese people who are happy to allow me to practice my Japanese speaking skills with them. focusing on Indonesian oil exports and revenues and in his fourth year he spent three weeks working for Mitsubishi. “Japan is known for its accomplishments in the field of Mechanics. and I’m eager to take part in transferring what I learn here to Saudi Aramco as an employee in the future. Adrees joined the CDPNE in November 2008 as one of four students sent to study in Japan that year.0 point GPA. 2014 | The Arabian Sun 7 Company News Investing in the future n ings. winning third place in one competition and first place in another. he began to deliver presentations about public life. “It was the hardest thing of all! We had to hold our fast for long seemingly endless hours. which denotes the kindness of the Japanese people. he competed in several Japanese language contests for non-native speakers. So. “I had to make tremendous efforts in my first year. Abdullah A. “My uncle worked in Saudi Aramco for 40 years and I have relatives who are also Saudi Aramco employees. Top: The sound reader helps students pronounce Japanese characters correctly.” Said Fallatah. Adrees also joined the Habitat for Humanity program.” he added. “but I told myself. discipline and commitment. “She took out an umbrella from her bag and handed me her umbrella. traditions and customs. After graduating from the institute. Adrees organized events in the neighborhood where he lived educating his Japanese neighbors on Saudi culture. so can I. In March this year Drees graduated from Asia University in Tokyo with a degree in Business Management and is currently working with the Public Relations Department L eft: Asia University in Tokyo is home to a number of Saudi students.0 out of 4. Speaking on his first experiences of Ramadan in Japan. to study either at Japan. where he visited the company’s refineries and gas stations. culture and university education in the USA to students intending to join the same six month program. “I chose Japan because it corresponded with my hobbies and interests in the field of invention and innovation and computer programming. When he was sent to Washington State University for six months as part of his university program.” Mushari took part in many competitions at Sci-Tech in al-Khobar in Saudi Arabia and he is currently n F ar left: Studets at Asia University get down to work in one of the many study rooms found across the campus.” Almutasem K. he always said that Japan is at the frontier of the energy industry. descends from a family of Aramcons. Left: Newlyarrived CDPNEs study Japanese for two years before going to university. insisting that I take it. I didn’t take the umbrella but I felt overwhelmed with her generosity and altruism. “They all advised me to join the CDPNE. was in favor of me studying in Japan. Adrees worked for three weeks in Mizuho Bank as part of his practical course training.” said Tashkandi. naturally Saudi Aramco and chemical engineering were my first choice. My father. he and a number of his friends organized a charity dinner to aid families devastated by the earthquake that struck Japan at the time. Aircraft Designer Mushary Khalid Al-Ghamdi joined the CDPNE program after graduating from Dammam Dhahiah high school in 2012. if they can do it. and with that motto I was able to persevere and achieve excellent results. South Korea or China. a student of chemical engineering at Tokai University near Yokohama.” It was this that allowed him to adapt to the Japanese way of life and build friendships with Japanese people. Adrees continued to study Japanese in his private time while attending university.” referring to a chance encounter with an elderly lady during a rainy day. Skating on Japanese Ice Omar Ayman Sagar ambition. and I used to wonder how my senior colleagues managed?” he said. helping build houses for the poor.” Aramcon Family It was a tough Ramadan Ahmad Sami Tashkandi. Falatah is a marketing student. His volunteer work deepened his knowledge of Japanese culture as well as increasing his ability to learn and practice speaking the language. During his time as a student. especially. after graduating from the language institute is to specialize in Mechanical Engineering on the graduate and postgraduate levels. In his third year at university he achieved a 4. When he returned to Japan.: November 12. The student can rescan and repeat the audio as many times as needed to achieve the correct pronunciation. it was rare to hear of Saudi students heading to the Far East for their university education. but there’s only one way they must overcome all the challenges. Muhannad A. if Al-Aswad. “Students will find themselves under tremendous psychological pressure and may experience times of anxiety. if not thousands. Every student is also equipped with a translation scanning device that scans any word it’s placed on and delivers an audio recording of the correct pronunciation and spelling of the word. Yazeed A. Chemical Engineering. “I sought the support of my senior colleagues to benefit from their experience and knowledge of the language. Whether it is your father. we have 26 students enrolled in the language program. Badawi. to offer them support in all their needs. sports and customs and traditions. . “We are responsible for these students from both the academic and living aspects. eight students in university and one in postgraduate level” said CDPNE students supervisor from Aramco Asia Japan. many of whom are sponsored by Saudi Aramco in countries such as China. This enables the teacher to assess the student’s understanding and comprehension of the day’s lessons and for the whole week. such as becoming a member of “the Arabic Studies Club. and you can’t speak to a professor in the same language you use to speak to a classmate.” Takayama noted that “the common denominator amongst them is intelligence and their ability to adapt quickly. But all things must come to an end. Now. Electric Engineering. Al-Aswad joined the CDPNE after graduating from high school in 2008. a friend. students favored Europe and America. Al-Abyadh. Al-Aswad said he managed to have extracurricular activities. but also to enable them to reach a level where they can compete with Japanese students at university as well.” In addition to the return- n n ikai. Japan and South Korea. Chemical Engineering. or you could say a stratifying language. arts. where 90 percent of the members were Japanese. More commonly.” Every student is an ambassador Still. including Abdullah Adrees (far right) raised money for the Japanese earthquake victims. Al-Ghamdi. Sari A. At this time he added. and the teacher can track each student’s progress as they are working and the time it takes each one to complete their homework assignment. Al-Waal. Almutasem Falatah. a new group of students has been enrolled there since January 2014. including: Mohammad Mosaad . for me it should have no end. Japanese lingual Strata We asked Adrees about the nature of the Japanese language and what distinguishes it from others. asking questions and working all in Japanese. encourages high school graduates to study in Japan. discussions. Mikai. You have to use different words and vocal accentuations depending on who you are addressing. who returned to Saudi after five years of studying in Japan to become a Saudi Aramco employee. who will prospectively study Mechanical Engineering.” Advanced teaching technologies We asked the institute’s registrar. in an alignment with Saudi Aramco’s profound foresight towards energy markets in the far east. nor can you speak to your father in the same language you would speak to your brother.” For everything there is an end except ambition Hussain A. “I’ve found a beautiful innocence in Saudi students and noticed that they are culturally diverse as a group. Civil Engineering. 2014 Company News ing students at Shinjuku Institute. Previously. your boss at work or your university teacher. That’s how it is hierarchal. it extends Fast learning and adaptability n ussain Al Aswad now works H in the Finance Division at the Domestic Joint Ventures Coordination Department. They provided me with all the support I needed and it helped me tremendously. I never took time off and spent my weekends studying” adding that he “used to practice writing the Japanese alphabet for extended periods of time. They all have an amazing outlook and are learning Japanese at an impressive speed” adding that “our support for our students is not limited to academics. Omar Sagar.” The institute employs a homework system. Mushary Al Ghamdi. it was really hard to depart from my university and neighborhood.” “At present. said she likes the comittment displayed by Saudi students. each one is addressed with a different vocabulary. Students. We were able write and direct a theater production in Arabic as well. except for ambition. to practice having conversations.8 The Arabian Sun | November 12. where every student has a device. He graduated from Takushoku University in Tokyo with a degree in Finance and now works in the Finance Division at the Domestic Joint Ventures Coordination Department in Dhahran. All students are required to study Japanese for two years before moving on into Japanese Universities.” Al-Aswad encourages students to consider themselves ambassadors for Saudi Arabia in Japan and to “exchange knowledge and information with the Japanese people about Saudi culture. Abdallah Essam Al-Khaotanli. Recalling the memories of his experience as a student in Japan he said “I used to study for long hours during the night and day. however. Civil Engineering and Nawaf Thafer AlQarni. Mikiko Takayama. there are hundreds. Al-Ghamdi. Students work independently on their assignments. Communication Engineering. n F rom left are Mohammed Al Salem. and we employ a myriad of advanced educational technologies to achieve that. There was hardly an Arab student among them! I took that as a valuable opportunity I had to take advantage of.Al-Duim. With a smile he said “Japanese is a hierarchal language. Ahmed Tashkandi and Mohamed Al Moosa. Ahmad A. of Saudi students pursuing their higher education in the Asia region. Mechanical Engineering. to which the teacher sends their homework as a hyperlink. “After living for several years in Japan and becoming used to the way of life there. about her impression of Saudi students. Naji K. they want to be accepted in Japanese prestigious universities. registrar at the language M institute.” She asserted that the institute’s objective “is not only to teach Japanese language to Saudi students. While in Askole. celebrating the first Italian expedition to summit the K2 in 1954. just like a hand painting by a talented artist. All logistics were put in place in Skardu. with the rapidly melting glacier forming lakes. in northern Pakistan. Paiju at 3385 m high. the team was up before sunrise and this was to become their norm for the rest of the trek. Hoping that the night would be clear due to the full moon. who happily gave them a tour of the village and showed them the n local museum. The Urdukas campsite. Once at the campsite. monitoring all these basecamps and expedition teams in the area. made them trek for another three hours. but it crossed a beautiful waterfall hidden in a canyon-like gorge which refreshed them thoroughly. four Saudi Aramcons and a close friend proved that where there’s a will.000 meters high in one place on the earth. Concordia is a very interesting campsite. the surrounding 360 degree scenery was now getting dramatic with heavier clouds and higher mountains than before. While trekking the 15 km to Khuburse Campsite at 3854 m. The trekkers encountered some of the highest peaks in the world during their trip. with sun rays shimmering through it over the Urdukas lake and the patchy deep blue skies. waiting for the moment.602 m).970 m) to Concordia (4. MondrongKaDera. Next morning they got up before dawn and captured the first sunlight on K2 and surrounding peaks. the campsite was very green due to heavy tree plantations over the years. trekkers are surrounded by 10 of the 30 highest peaks in the world. Asif Muzaffar. on the way. A dedicated rescue team resides in Concordia. selling some food items carried by the porters from Askole. recently funded and upgraded by an Italian Expedition. Jhula to Paiju was another tiring 22 km trek. including 4x4s. The whole trek from Askole to Concordia was tough — with them covering almost 182 km in 10 days. There are also two permanent canteen tents. From Paiju to Khuburse. n n From left are Sheraz Mushtaq. they each had a DSLR camera. Marble. who works for Jacob Engineering. about one to three feet wide. tripods. The trek is again along the Braldu River. on the Godwin-Austin glacier. the air began to get thinner. with a jaw dropping 500-foot fall into the mighty Braldu river. The site is mesmerizing. the mountain slope. is even greener than Paiju and is the most beautiful campsite on this trek and is located around 100 m higher than the Baltoro Glacier. It was not until 8:30 p. which was locally famous for its stomach healing attributes. While trekking we could see the Jhula campsite from a far distance. like a small white sun. Trango Towers and Cathedral Peak. requiring an intense individual daily fitness routine and trekking items purchase plan. meaning the trek can be done in anywhere from seven to 15 days.November 12. Waiting a couple of hours. currently working in the regional development organizations. The team drank this “super-power” sour water for the rest of the five-hour-trek which soon turned into a never-ending outcropping mountain edge path.m. The majority of the expeditions and trekking teams take a rest day in Paiju to acclimatize and energize for the glacial trek that lies ahead. starting at the elevation of Askole (2. which inspired his Saudi Aramco friends. such as solar panels. Mission accomplished! Being a team of photo-enthusiasts. until they came across a natural spring called KhataPani (Sour Water). the trek is all about walking on the Baltoro glacier. kitchenette and porters. Saad Sikander. they soon realized that distances cut another time dimension! At Jhula. past deep crevasses. . ‘Three cups of tea. The trek period also corresponded with the K2-60th anniversary year. it can take up to anywhere from four to nine days to reach Concordia from Askole. serving as their first campsite. On the first day of the trek. T he team passed the imposing Trango Tower peak as they made their way to Concordia. seeping through the mountains. The team were no different and took a rest day enjoying the beautiful scenery. marking the start of the trek. 2014 | The Arabian Sun 9 Community Reaching for the sky Mission accomplished! By reaching the summit point for some of the world’s tallest mountains this last summer. the trekkers left Askole to go to the Jhula campsite. they met Ibrahim. From Skardu. Saad Sikander.5 TB of video footage. During the visit. illuminating the entire Concordia. there’s a way. providing stunning views of the Urdukas lake.” said Sheraz Mushtaq who works for the EXPEC Computer Center. As the team of five stood before K2 and saw the stunning sites before them — they realized it was well worth it. Descending is fast. power banks. it was getting very cold and there was heavy cloud cover with K2 still completely hidden. the trekkers soon realized why expedition teams consider this trek like summiting a K2 before the real K2 — it’s only willpower that keeps you going. Moving on from Urdukas to Concordia is another two days of trekking with a one-night camp stay at GORO II.602 m). to leave for the Paiju Campsite. which originates from the snout of Baltoro Glacier. as they walked along the river terraces. being the confluence point where the Godwin-Austin light brown debris glacier is seen merging with the dark grey debris of the Baltoro glacier surrounded by massive peaks of different shapes and colors in all directions. They stayed for an hour taking pictures until the cold became unbearable and then decided to retire early.’ Mortenson’s primary school and the bridge he helped build are fully operational. a rental Toyota FJ40 took them up to Askole. It also serves as a central point to enjoy K2’s views. up and down. The total trek is divided into nine stages and depending upon your fitness level. Sadaqat Ali (EASD) and Mukarram Ahmed. time-lapse systems and a collection of wide variety of lenses. From Concordia. covering almost double the distance compared to ascending. the seven-day trek! At the glacier confluence point is an advanced weather station. “In total we have now more than 10. The day was bright with a little breeze and the trek was pretty much flat. the trekkers took pictures of Mitre. As they approached Concordia. BroadPeak and Gasherbrum Massif now spell-binding them in temperatures of -7 degrees Celsius. multiple power charging equipment. The team of five landed in Islamabad and caught a flight to Skardu. with the trek taking them along huge icebergs and deep crevasses with plenty of clear water streams. The morning view at Urdukas was even more dramatic. These two days were visually the most stunning. Holidays would have to be synced in order to hit the ideal trek period of August. the last airport point from Islamabad. From Khuburse to Urdukas is another six-hour trek and one that is mostly walking directly on glacial black ice covered with debris with abundant glacial melt streams and lakes along the path. a young engineer studying in the University of Lahore. from Askole.000 digital pictures and almost 1. as mentioned in Greg Mortenson’s bestselling book. As they reached Concordia around afternoon time. but walking in those narrow mountain cut paths. giving it an interesting sour taste. the last inhabited village.formed glacial collapse lake. The water was actually clean but carbonated. something that becomes apparent with every step taken. The story began a year ago. From here. The trekking team met his school graduates. K2’s basecamp is another eight km of difficult trek with BroadPeak basecamp almost halfway before. with lots of excitement enjoying the fantastic green valley views. that the clouds started to disappear totally and the moon appeared. with K2. did the BaltoroConcordia trek and returned with some wonderful pictures and stories. they could see the site from a distance — it was so close but a newly. with Paiju Peak overlooking it. So the plans began in earnest. is one of the most beautiful campsites on K 2 stands majestically amid the stars. Mukarram ahmed Neither mountaineers nor trekkers. and Chogolisa peaks. Although they prepared for almost eight months. Just across Braldu River. they had an early dinner and kept themselves warm in the tents. By mid-day the temperature had risen to 37 degrees Celsius and they were running short of water. helping to overlook the hardship endured from n W hile heading to Askole one of the team captures this beautiful image. The trek was a physical and mental challenge — but they did it. heavy cloud cover over the Trango tower. The trekkers also crossed a small campsite. situated at the foothill of the Urdukas Peak. to name a few. This is the highest concentration of peaks over 7. but they had the opportunity to trek up the Baltoro-Glacier. The days were warm and the nights were very cold. which leads you to the Concordia ((4. So the journey began. the confluence point of the Godwin-Austin and Baltoro glaciers. Gasherbrum and Mitre base camps are on the Upper Baltoro Glacier (opposite to K2) and also take a day’s trek to reach. is another famous village called Korphe. 13 and 15. (comedy. 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For a Community Counseling Clinic appointment. at least 18 and have a good understanding of English. 29 at the Tower Building and Core Area. on Mondays. he thanked the organizers and volunteers for their efforts in ensuring the success of the event and urged all participants to continue the journey to living a healthy lifestyle. next to the Heritage Gallery. which begin Nov. 2015 Board membership voting 8:30-11 a. Nov. Email stuart. Bulletin Board Community Education: The Office of Community Education is pleased to announce that the Fall 2014 Session will be held through Dec. no appointment necessary. bile phone.m. request refills. save the emergency numbers to your mobile phone.com. Medical Designated Facilities Department (MDFD) Registered Patients: • Emergency numbers: For your safety. 6). the elderly. ambulance or fire. Tuesday.m. From your mobile phone inside ‘Udhailiyah.) Register for the Pregnancy Tour — Mother and Baby Unit (3H) in Arabic or in English.m. (special requirements for enrollment).. Nia 1-2 p. Stay at home if you are sick. From a land line inside Saudi Aramco. 20). access the latest recorded results for cholesterol. Special events in November include: Bangledesh Cooking Demo.m.. Dec. Dec.fares@ JHAH. Abqaiq • Campaign – Flu Vaccination: The flu vaccine is available now until December 30. and how many days per week and hours per day you can volunteer.. Avoid touching your nose. or visit www. • Have health care joint venture questions? Email Healthcare.. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. to 2 p. Medical/Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) To comment on this information.. on Sundays. on Thursdays. Get vaccinated. From your mobile phone inside Ras Tanura. Safety Message: To protect yourself. please call the office at 872-1107.000 runners between the ages of 15 and 60 years participate in a 5-kilometer run through the Corniche area. • Program — Wellness Clinic: Tuesday. the fundamentals of the proper swing. 20 km bike and 5 km run) will be Friday. or stop by the pro shop to sign up. 9-11 for the Shaybah trip. Dial 997 for ambulance and 998 for the fire department.m..m. Also. dial 110 for security. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.m. was among the keen athletes who completed the 5-kilometer run. Zumba with Lamia 4:305:30 p.m. 3). which saw more than 10. Sunday to Thursday. From a land line inside Saudi Aramco. 8 a. ambulance or fire department. Sunday to Thursday.) and at Al-Midra Tower Monday and Wednesday. • Medication refills: Employees and their families can request refill medications to be picked up from Ar-Rakah Clinic. visit http:// JHAH > Health Education > Calendar of Health Care Events > Programs.sa/sas/sas/ contentAction.-2 p. visit http://sas. From outside Saudi Aramco. access medication information. Yoga/Pilates Fusion 10-10:55 a.1 p.m. • Emergency Numbers: For your safety. Saudi Aramco also played a prominent logistics role in the event. It is also open 3-5 p. .m.Mullen@ jhah. From outside Saudi Aramco.m. followed by the second wave of runners. Cough and sneeze into your upper arm if a tissue is not available.m. at East Admin Building Lobby from 8 a.m. Khalid Al-Falih.Mutairi@ JHAH. Ar-Rakah • Campaign – Flu Vaccination: The flu vaccine is available 7 a. Saudi Aramco assisted with virtually every aspect of the fun run.JV@aramco. (process refills. on Monday. the young.-2 p. putting and rules and etiquette. 17.m. Your participation is optional. Immunization Area.com. 25. for dependents and retirees.).m. you must be in good health. check request status and access drug information) change medical providers. Registration will be in the Hills Pool parking lot on Riyadh Boulevard between 6:45 and 7:15 a. your family and the people around you during flu season. Dhahran • Al-Midra Wellness Center offers consultation. dial 110 for security. to 2 p. Download the SAEA Dateline newsletter at http://sharek/orgs/30002961/Self%20 Directed%20Group/Documents/Dhahran/Special%20Interest%20Groups/ SAEA/dateline.m.m. the short game. dial 110.m.). From outside Saudi Aramco. 2014 | The Arabian Sun 11 Bulletin Board/Community News Annual Dammam Charity Run promotes health and fitness Photos by Moayed Al Qattan n More than 10. dental or mental health appointment: View the MDF list of contacts and website links at http:// JHAH > Hospitals and Clinics Contacts > MDF.com or call 800-305-4444 (in-Kingdom) or +966-13-877-3888 (out-of-Kingdom). etc. Zumba with Lamia 4:30-5:30 p. save the emergency numbers to your mobile phone. computer equipment.m.lewis. Nov. email nesreen. Corporate Portal: To access multiple medical services. Call the Blood Bank at (013) 877-6770/6638 during regular working SAEA Indian Cultural Show. providing buses to transport participants from assembly points to the race site and back. issued by JHAH.000 runners took part in this year’s Dammam Charity Run. Bldg. call 055-600-0468 (after 4 p. You may be approached to complete a survey after your primary care clinic visit. Al-Falih was one of many Aramcons who completed the 5-kilometer run. no appointment necessary at the Primary Care Treatment Room. for ticket sales. The Dhahran ChessKIDS Academy meets every Tuesday from 5-6 p.1@ aramco. contact Andreas Fuhrmann at 872-5451 or andreas. no appointment necessary at the al-Hasa Health Center Immunization Room.November 12.m. on Friday • Campaign – Pharmacy Week: Pharmacists will be available to meet you and discuss your medications with you from 9 a. This year’s event motto was “Respect for Public Property.aramco. • Quit Smoking. com or call 800-305-4444 (in-Kingdom) or +966-13-877-3888 (out-of-Kingdom). If you are in a high-risk category for the flu (pregnant women. 26. lifestyle wellness coaching and health screenings (Monday-Wednesday.m. Employees are to access medical information online: • Calendar of Health Care Events http:// JHAH > Health Education > Calendar of Health Care Events > Campaigns/Programs — for more information/to register for activities.m. Entry forms are available by email from Trevor Lewis at trevor. Free Dance playshop 8 p. Ad-Diwan (Nov.. As a platinum sponsor for the event that emphasized health and fitness. From a land line inside Saudi Aramco. A short course event (250 meter swim. 20.m. 12). Wednesdays and Thursdays and 8:30-11:30 a. From outside Saudi Aramco. and 3-5 p. daily through Nov. no-show history. To register.m. 15-18. SAEA Mall Day. immunizations records.m.m. Ad-Diwan (Dec. provided on course support and also spread ing. dial 110 for security.m. to 2 p.. email MCSN@JHAH. Wednesdays: Balieteropia 8:45-9:45 a. 18 and run from 4 p. • Program — Patient Insight: The program is part of the JHAH action plan to measure and improve the quality of care received at our facilities. Caribbean Carnival at the Crowne Plaza.m. SAEA is at 1424 King’s Road and Mondays at Al-Midra from 11:30 a.) For more information about both programs. Dhahran Road Runners Club (DRRC): The DRRC Sprint Triathlon (500 m swim.m.com with your educational background and skills. call 872-0632. All competitors will receive a free Tshirt.m.) and other services. JHAH is offering to help all employees. Thank you for your gift of life. dial (013) 576-7110. save the emergency numbers to your mobile phone — dial 997 for ambulance and 998 for fire. email SmokingCessation@aramco. • Campaign – Flu Vaccination: The flu vaccine is available now until December 30. for security. blood glucose levels or hemoglobin levels.. From outside Saudi Aramco. Tour starts at 1 p. 30.m. Oct. sneez- Saudi Aramco had a strong presence at the recent 19th annual Dammam Charity Run. Ad-Diwan (Dec.m. • Make a medical. on Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare • Appointments: To make Medical or Dental appointments. ambulance or fire. no appointment necessary at the Ras Tanura Health Center Treatment Room. Women’s Groups Dhahran Women’s Group (DWG): All events at Baker House (1425 Holmes Circle) unless otherwise noted.m. Company volunteers helped with registration.m.. 1-3:30 p. dial 110 for security. Keep frequently touched common surfaces such as telephones. Cover your mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose of the tissue properly. SMS reminders are sent 48 hours in advance of the appointment date to all patients registered for the service who booked an appointment 48 hours or more before the appointment date.. dial 997 for ambulance and 998 for the fire department. The event included an initial race for people with special needs.m. Dhahran Theater (Nov. ambulance or fire. please email Jacqueline. 30 at 8 a.m. call 013-877-8400.” Dependents call 800-305-4444 to activate or deactivate the SMS reminder services and update a mobile number. Seasonal Sounds. Nov. 22). 19. After the race. to be conducted Dec. 30. • SMS reminder: Never miss a medical/ dental appointment again.hurstfield@aramco. • Emergency numbers: For your safety. follow these guidelines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). 2014 inclusive at 8 a. at 8 a.m. clean. • News from Medical Online: http:// JHAH > Announcements: What’s New in Medical. Nov.m. Telephone contacts have been provided below. stressing the importance of exercise and environmental awareness. hours or register online http://JHAH > A-Z Services > Blood Donation. Clean your hands after coughing. Welcome Tea for Newcomers 8:30-11 a. – 5 p.fuhrmann@aramco. visit http://JHAH > A-Z Services > Al-Midra Wellness Center. Cost is only SR 400.m. Winter Concert.m. • Emergency numbers: For your safety. email MCSN@jhah. 9 a..com. dial (013) 872-0110. dial (013) 572-0110.. 31). cover all aspects of the game from the importance of warming up. Decorate a Piece of Pottery.do?name=comm_ed_ home. save the emergency numbers to your mobile phone.). register for the SMS reminder service. com or call 800-305-4444 (inKingdom) or +966-13-877-3888 (out-of-Kingdom). From a land line inside ArRakah. Dhahran Chess Club (DCC): The DCC meets every Tuesday from 6-7:30 p. • Help with your health care: For Medical Relations (previously Medical Customer Service Network).-2 p. mouth and eyes. release of medical information. to 2 p. 28. ICC Concert – Trio from France piano. From a land line inside Saudi Aramco. Toastmasters 1-3 p. Ticket sales begin Nov.com or call 800-3054444 (in-Kingdom) or +966-13-8773888 (out-of-Kingdom).-6 p. people with asthma.m. visit the Corporate Portal http://myhome > myInformation > Medical to make and cancel appointments.. JHAH registered patients for all areas • Emergency Numbers: For your safety. • Feeling Stressed? Have psychological. Prospective teachers are invited to contact Mark Finanger at 877-1688. 10. From a land line inside Saudi Aramco. and contributed prizes for the various age groups.-noon) and pharmacy (Sunday-Thursday. • Help with your health care: Medical Relations (previously Medical Customer Service Network). providing more than 150 volunteers. The event will be open to individuals or teams and will start at the Dhahran Hills Pool at 7:30 a. Avoid close physical contact with ill people. 30 at 8 a. visit http://JHAH. • Help with your health care: For Medical Relations (previously Medical Customer Service Network). save the emergency numbers to your mobile phone. Sunday to Thursday. • Emergency numbers: For your safety. • Donate blood at Dhahran Health Center (Sunday-Thursday. Thursdays: Nia 8:309:30 a.m. blood group certificates. 3 meters. respectively. Khalufi wrote. Ras Tanura has the largest number of bowling lanes among all Saudi Aramco community facilities. gives the families here a sense of significance in the community by knowing that the company is looking into the needs of the residents. start warming up those bowling muscles to get those spares. The Board of Directors has approved the change in schedule of the new bowling season and will start it in January instead of the old September to May schedule. RT residents can expect to enjoy the new electronic scoring equipment. especially missing the food from the snack bar. So. some RTBA bowlers have been joining Open tournaments from sister clubs such as the recent Abqaiq Open No-Tap tournament held last October. bowling balls. In the same event. Many new families have joined the growing community in the past months such as Archie Burgos who works as a Professional Training Advisor for RT Community. 500 mm. RT boasts 18 lanes and operates its own snack bar. Lennie De la Paz bowled the highest scratch game for ladies with a score of 274. “Knowing that the RT bowling lanes are already renovated and improved. this bald eagle stretches its giant wings before it takes off in search of fish and razor clams. .” Khalufi lives and works in Dhahran in the Domestic Joint Venture Department and has been with the company for eight years.. Their long -awaited wish is finally going to happen while they are still here in Saudi Arabia. strikes and turkeys. RTBA expects the club to claim back its top position among the Saudi Aramco clubs when bowling gets going again and allows RT to revive and discover new talents to carry the flag.” For bowling Readers Album Bald and beautiful in Alaska n Essam M. Posing for us every morning under the beautiful clear sky.3. new lanes and pin setters. Page 9 The Arabian Sun November 12.12 Inside this issue Aramcons reach for the sky. Not a bad result after an eight month hibernation from the regular weekly games. This will also align with the schedule of the Recreation Department’s Club membership drive for the RT community that was introduced for the first time in 2014. 2014 SA LIFE RTBA Bowlers Warming up Chris Perez Ras Tanura — Bowlers are warming up not only for the winter season but more so for the highly anticipated opening of the new Najmah Surfside Bowling lanes. Its beauty and power truly is fit to be named the national bird of the United States of America. What can be expected to remain is the atmosphere of clean fun. Khalufi used a Canon EOS 50D to take the photo with a setting of ISO250. He shared. we shared our camp with this magnificent raptor. shoes and lockers. Visit the RTBA’s community webpage for membership forms and contact details. friendship and family as residents engage in healthy indoor activities all year round. During the shortened bowling season. Khalufi captured this image of a bald eagle perched high above Chinitna Bay in Alaska while camping in bear country this past June. Edwin Avelino and Gloria Parocha each grabbed the 1st runner-up positions for the Class A Men and Ladies Division with three game scores of 726 and 706. old-timers and extended-retirees like past RTBA president Rufo Orel having the chance to play in the new lanes excites him and his wife Mercy. Children alike are missing the enjoyment of playing in the bowling alley. f/6. at the same time learning that it’s the largest bowling facility in Saudi Aramco. 1/2000s. “With wingspans up to 2.. n Members of the RTBA arrive at Najma bowling lanes. The snack bar’s resident cook Anthony said that his regular customers now visit him at the far-away hobby farm just to get their serving of the classic Tony’s burgers. Renovations started last February and it is expected to open very soon as renovation work come to its final stages.