CSR

Delivering on our Social Responsibility

We are passionate about being a responsible business that contributes positively to the community. With a firm belief in our values we constantly engage in programs that deliver on our social commitments.

Omanisation

We are aligned to national objectives of Omanisation, committed to creating and providing jobs for Omani nationals, and in training and empowering them to progress in their careers. We are proud to have a number of Omani nationals, who contribute to our performance and success.

Diversity & Inclusion

We support diversity and believe in creating an inclusive culture both within the company and with external stakeholders. We also recognise the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we embrace and reflect these differences where possible in the people we employ and the way we work.

Environment

We are passionate about the environment, and inspired by ENGIE and Veolia to contribute to the global effort towards sustaining biodiversity and the health of our basis and corals. We engage with stakeholders in campaigns to create awareness and impact towards the preservation of the rich marine environment of Oman, through our partnerships with local authorities and non-profits.

ESO membership

BDC is proud to be a member of the Environment Society of Oman (ESO), a non-profit organisation helping to protect Oman’s natural heritage and influence environmentally sustainable behaviour through education, awareness and conservation.

Sewage Treatment plant


‍In August 2022, BDC invested in a small treatment plant at Barka IV plant within its premises with the following direct benefits: Reduce CO2 emissions, reuse of water for irrigation, reuse of sludge for composting and fertilizing the trees and involve employees in the project to raise awareness of environment solutions.

Supporting the local community

Barka Desalination Company plays an active role in the vicinity of Barka through its CSR activities, by implementing sustainable solutions including social progress.

In May 2020, we donated used laptops and accessories to the Zakat Committee in Barka.

During Ramadan in 2021, we donated family baskets for the needy through the Zakat committee in Barka

To inspire and support students in Barka, in 2021 we donated 38 tab devices through the Wali of Barka

In November 2021, we donated RO 3,000 to Oman Charitable Organisation (OCO) as a contribution in renovating and repairing the homes of citizens affected by Hurricane Shaheen

In October 2022, BDC has financed three training courses for needy people in Barka in cooperation with Ata foundation. For gentlemen: Heavy driving license. For ladies: beauty salon matters and making bakhoor.

In November 2022, BDC has Provided an HSE kit for Barka Fishermen that contains (a waterproof bag that has a first aid box, life jacket, toolbox marine, rescue hand torch, and fire blanket). It was a cooperation with the Directorate General of Agricultural Wealth, Fisheries, and Water Resources in South Al Batinah.

In July 2023, BDC has provided different equipments & devices to Barka Health Center. These equipments was specified as per the needs of the health center .

In October and November 2023, BDC with the collaboration with ESO conducted Plastic Awareness Campaigns for the community in 5 different locations in Oman.

In May 2020, we donated used laptops and accessories to the Zakat Committee in Barka.

During Ramadan in 2021, we donated family baskets for the needy through the Zakat committee in Barka

To inspire and support students in Barka, in 2021 we donated 38 tab devices through the Wali of Barka