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KGOC, Kuwait University sign training deal

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28/09/2026

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28/09/2026

KGOC, Kuwait University sign training deal
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KUWAIT CITY, Sept 27: Kuwait Gulf Oil Company (KGOC) has signed a contract for an advanced training program with the College of Engineering and Petroleum at Kuwait University in order to strengthen collaboration in training and to develop national talent in the oil sector. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of KGOC Bader Al-Munaifiand acting Dean of the college Dr. Adel Hussein Malallah signed the contract, with Deputy CEO for Joint Operations Fahad Salem Al-Kharaqawi and acting Assistant Dean for Planning, Consulting and Training Dr. Abdul-Azeem Hussein Falah in attendance. This training program is in line with the commitment of KGOC to invest in human capital and strengthen partnerships with prestigious academic institutions for the development of national capabilities, meet future operational needs, and align with the sustainable development goals of the oil sector.

In another development, KGOC celebrated the 96th National Day of Saudi Arabia by organizing events at The Avenues Mall and the Nuwaiseeb border crossing, highlighting the deep fraternal and historical ties between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Governor of Ahmadi Sheikh Hamoud Jaber Al- Ahmad Al-Sabah attended the event at The Avenues Mall. The event included heritage performances, competitions and gift distribution. Activities included a warm welcome for visitors arriving in Kuwait through the Nuwaiseeb border crossing and the distribution of gifts, underscoring the brotherhood and partnership in the joint operation areas in Wafra and Khafji.

Manager of the Information Technology and Services Group at KGOC Meshal Al-Hindi pointed out that the celebration of Saudi National Day proves the deep, historic and fraternal ties between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. He said the shared history, interests and bond between the two nations serve as an exemplary model of brotherhood among Gulf nations, indicating that cooperation between the two countries spans various fields, foremost of which is the oil sector. He expressed pride in the role in of the company in strengthening cooperation in the oil sector and in developing operations and resources in the divided zone, reflecting the deep partnership between the two nations and serving their mutual interests.

By Najeh Bilal Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff