OQEP awarded UK Gold CSR accreditation

London: OQ Exploration and Production (OQEP) has achieved the Gold CSR-A Accreditation, from the CSR Accreditation (CSR-A), an independent UK-based accreditation body. This achievement marks an important milestone in the company’s corporate social responsibility journey and reinforces its commitment to responsible business, community development and environmental stewardship.

The Gold CSR-A Accreditation recognises organisations that demonstrate excellence in integrating corporate social responsibility across business operations and in delivering initiatives that positively impact local communities and the environment. The accreditation reflects OQEP’s ongoing efforts to embed CSR within its operating culture and to create long-term value for society.

This recognition highlights OQEP’s commitment to supporting Oman’s national development priorities through purposeful social investment, stakeholder engagement, sustainability-led initiatives and partnerships that contribute to community wellbeing. It also reflects the company’s focus on strengthening its role as a responsible corporate citizen across the areas in which it operates.

Commenting on the achievement, Said Saif Al Hashmi, Chief Executive Officer of People, Technology and Culture at OQEP, said: “We are proud to achieve the Gold CSR-A Accreditation, which reflects OQEP’s continued commitment to responsible growth and meaningful impact. This recognition is a testament to the efforts of our people and partners who work together to create value for our communities, our environment and Oman’s future. At OQEP, corporate responsibility is part of how we operate and how we contribute to sustainable national development.”

The accreditation further demonstrates OQEP’s focus on aligning responsible business practices with community needs, environmental responsibility and long-term stakeholder value. Through its CSR and social investment programmes, OQEP continues to support initiatives that promote education, health, youth development, environmental awareness, volunteering and community engagement.