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Times of Oman
02-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
bp Oman and Tech Space Conclude the 'Smoothy' Coding Programme
Muscat: In partnership with bp Oman, Tech Space concluded the 'Smoothy' coding programme, which aimed to teach foundational programming skills to early-grade students. The programme benefited 270 students from grades 3 and 4 during the 2024/2025 academic year, across 10 schools in Muscat Governorate. It focused on introducing children to programming at an early age, encouraging them to use technology to develop creative projects, and fostering their personal and cognitive skills. The first phase of the programme involved training 13 teachers from the participating schools on the Smoothy curriculum. This enabled them to deliver coding lessons in classrooms during the second phase. Students learned the basics of programming in a fun and interactive way that fostered creativity and logical thinking, using the specially designed Smoothy language through the HelloCode platform. This approach helped prepare them to understand more advanced programming languages in the future. The third and final phase included on-site school visits to evaluate and showcase the students' projects. Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social Investment Manager at bp Oman, Qatar and Kuwait, commented: 'We are proud to contribute to empowering our students and equipping them with modern programming and tech skills. The students demonstrated impressive abilities, creating innovative solutions through coding. Over 1,076 creative projects were developed, and 2,853 coding challenges were solved. We remain committed to supporting young talents in building the future.' Eman Al Rawahi, CEO of Tech Space, stated: "This programme successfully achieved its intended goals as a foundational coding initiative for early-grade students. It promoted critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the students impressed us with their creative programming projects, which reflected their ability to express ideas and innovations through code. We are very proud of the level these young coders have reached."
Mid East Info
04-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Outward Bound Oman and bp Oman launch the 'Wa'ed' programme to empower Omani Startups - Middle East Business News and Information
Sunday 4th May 2025: In partnership with bp Oman, Outward Bound Oman in collaboration with the SME Development Authority announced the launch of 'Wa'ed' programme, to empower Omani startups in the fields of technology and innovation, aiming to contribute to their growth and sustainability. The programme targets 100 Omani entrepreneurs from startups and students companies and offers them with a comprehensive training experience in three phases, with each phase focusing on developing skills that support the growth and sustainability of their companies such as leadership, communication, teamwork skills as well as collaboration, innovation, and environmental stewardship, by combining both indoor and outdoor training activities. Mohamed Al Zadjali, Acting Executive Director at Outward Bound Oman, said: 'Our partnership in the 'Wa'ed' programme reflects the importance of collaboration between government sector, private sector, and civil society, unifying efforts to serve the entrepreneurship sector, which is a key component of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Sultanate of Oman. ' Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social investment manager at bp Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, commented: 'Empowering local capabilities is a key focus at bp Oman, and supporting Omani start-ups growth plays a crucial role in this. This programme will work with various promising Omani start-ups, allowing them to expand, develop, and grow, which will further enhance Oman's economy and contribute to building a stronger community.' Qais Al Tobi, Vice-President of Finance and Investment at the SME Development Authority and General Supervisor of the Rising Omani Startups Programme, added: 'The 'Wa'ed' programme represents a practical model of integration between government entities, the private sector, and civil society to support the entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem in the Sultanate of Oman. It reflects our commitment, through The Rising Omani Startups Programme, to empowering Omani entrepreneurs and building their leadership and managerial capacities. We firmly believe that enhancing youth skills directly contributes to creating startups capable of competing both locally and globally, in alignment with the aspirations of Oman Vision 2040.'
Zawya
04-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Outward Bound Oman and bp Oman launch the 'Wa'ed' programme to empower Omani startups
In partnership with bp Oman, Outward Bound Oman in collaboration with the SME Development Authority announced the launch of 'Wa'ed' programme, to empower Omani startups in the fields of technology and innovation, aiming to contribute to their growth and sustainability. The programme targets 100 Omani entrepreneurs from startups and students companies and offers them with a comprehensive training experience in three phases, with each phase focusing on developing skills that support the growth and sustainability of their companies such as leadership, communication, teamwork skills as well as collaboration, innovation, and environmental stewardship, by combining both indoor and outdoor training activities. Mohamed Al Zadjali, Acting Executive Director at Outward Bound Oman, said: "Our partnership in the 'Wa'ed' programme reflects the importance of collaboration between government sector, private sector, and civil society, unifying efforts to serve the entrepreneurship sector, which is a key component of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Sultanate of Oman. " Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social investment manager at bp Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, commented: "Empowering local capabilities is a key focus at bp Oman, and supporting Omani start-ups growth plays a crucial role in this. This programme will work with various promising Omani start-ups, allowing them to expand, develop, and grow, which will further enhance Oman's economy and contribute to building a stronger community." Qais Al Tobi, Vice-President of Finance and Investment at the SME Development Authority and General Supervisor of the Rising Omani Startups Programme, added: 'The 'Wa'ed' programme represents a practical model of integration between government entities, the private sector, and civil society to support the entrepreneurship and startup ecosystem in the Sultanate of Oman. It reflects our commitment, through The Rising Omani Startups Programme, to empowering Omani entrepreneurs and building their leadership and managerial capacities. We firmly believe that enhancing youth skills directly contributes to creating startups capable of competing both locally and globally, in alignment with the aspirations of Oman Vision 2040.' About bp Oman: bp has had an upstream presence in Oman since 2007. Block 61 ownership: bp 40%; Makarim Gas Development Limited (OQ) 30%; PTTEP 20%; PC Oman Ventures Limited (PETRONAS) 10%. Block 61 has the capacity to deliver around 35% of Oman's total gas demand. Our social investment programmes aim to support the development of Omani people, economic diversification, and job creation. Since the launch of the social investment programmes in 2014, we have positively impacted the lives of over 202,000 people through more than 150 initiatives. About Outward Bound Oman: Outward Bound Oman is an educational not for profit foundation established by ministerial decision and is part of the international Outward Bound community that started in Wales in 1941. Outward Bound Oman uses the mountains and deserts of Oman in their courses to help develop people from all walks of life. Through their partners, they are able to run adventurous and challenging outdoor learning programmes that equip people with valuable skills for education, work and life. They work with young people from both inside and outside of Oman, and help them become more confident, effective and capable at school, college and in the workplace. In addition, they also deliver training and professional development programmes for a growing number of leading companies in the region, as well as bespoke leadership and team development courses. Outward Bound Oman was first established in the UK in 1941, and now operates in 33 countries around the world. Oman is the first Arabic speaking nation to set up an Outward-Bound operation to develop and challenge its human resource to ensure Vision 2040 becomes a reality. Since being established in Oman in 2009, Outward Bound Oman has delivered training for more than 16,000 individuals in a variety of courses to different age groups starting from school students through Skills for Life course, enhancing the employability of young people throughout the Sultanate in the Next Generation course, and it also provide bespoke training courses for the emerging talent and leadership teams of many leading companies and institutions in Oman. For more information, please contact: Dhuhla Al Anqoodi Dhuhla@
Times of Oman
13-03-2025
- Times of Oman
bp Oman and eMushrif launch 'Aman' for Safe School Transportation in Al Dhahirah Governorate
Muscat: In partnership with bp Oman and in collaboration with the Directorate General of Education in Al Dhahirah Governorate, eMushrif has successfully launched 'Aman' initiative to transform regular school buses into smart buses. This initiative aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of school transportation. Through converting traditional school buses into 'smart buses,' Aman initiative is set to improve the daily transportation experience for students, ensuring their safety and providing peace of mind for parents and school administrators. Aman initiative has made significant strides in enhancing school transportation safety across Al Dhahirah Governorate by targeting 300 buses and 30 schools, benefiting more than 18,000 students. The project implements advanced technology specifically designed to prevent incidents where children are left behind in buses. Each bus is equipped with a multi-layered safety system, including a push-button mechanism installed at the rear of the vehicle. This feature ensures that drivers perform a mandatory visual check inside the bus after every trip, should the driver forget, a small alarm sounds as a reminder. Additionally, motion sensors are activated for two hours after the bus has been vacated, adding an extra layer of security to ensure no child is left behind. Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social investment manager at bp Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, commented: "At bp Oman, we are committed in investing in solutions that positively impact the communities we serve. The Aman Project reflects our dedication to the safety and wellbeing of Oman's children. By introducing innovative technologies like the visual check system and motion sensors, we are taking tangible steps to ensure that no child is left behind on a school bus. We are proud to support this initiative, which aligns with our broader vision of creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable communities." Zuwaina Al Mazroui, General Manager of the Directorate of Education in Al Dhahirah Governorate, expressed her support for the Aman Project, stating: "The safety of our students is of the utmost importance, and the Aman Project is a critical step toward ensuring that. By integrating smart technologies into our school buses, we are confident that we are providing an extra layer of protection that will benefit both the students and their families. This initiative is setting a new standard for school transportation in the region, and we are proud to be part of it."
Zawya
09-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bp Oman and Outward Bound Oman conclude ‘Sustainable Future' programme
Outward Bound Oman concluded the 'Sustainable Future' programme, in partnership with bp Oman, which aimed to overall enhance the environmental awareness within the Omani youth and the role of each individual in contributing towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The "Sustainable Future" programme is an outdoor training course for university/college students specialised in environmental studies, as well as job seekers interested in the environment. It aimed to raise awareness among Omani youth about critical global issues such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and the transition to green energy. The programme benefited more than 128 participants in eight training courses held in the Sharqiyah Desert and Jabal Akhdar. The courses included various activities and group discussions, as well as hiking and camping outdoors for three days. The programme was further enhanced by hosting specialized mentors working in the environmental field to share real-world experiences with the participants. Mohammed Al Zadjali, the Chief Operating Officer at Outward Bound Oman, added: "At Outward Bound Oman, we are committed to our responsibility towards the environment which is the classroom hosting our training programmes. We are proud of our collaboration with bp Oman in the 'Sustainable Future' programme as a true reflection of this commitment by inspiring the next generation of youth about the importance of environmental sustainability." Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social Investment Manager at bp Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, commented: 'Holding the courses in the natural environment, away from distractions, created the perfect environment to achieve the programme's objectives and foster a positive relationship between participants and the environment, helping them think of solutions to environmental problems and take steps toward positive personal change.' About bp Oman: bp has had an upstream presence in Oman since 2007. Block 61 ownership: bp 40%; Makarim Gas Development Limited (OQ) 30%; PTTEP 20%; PC Oman Ventures Limited (PETRONAS) 10%. Block 61 has the capacity to deliver around 35% of Oman's total gas demand. Our social investment programmes aim to support the development of Omani people, economic diversification, and job creation. Since the launch of the social investment programmes in 2014, we have positively impacted the lives of over 202,000 people through more than 150 initiatives. About Outward Bound Oman: Outward Bound Oman is an educational not for profit foundation established by ministerial decision and is part of the international Outward Bound community that started in Wales in 1941. Outward Bound Oman uses the mountains and deserts of Oman in their courses to help develop people from all walks of life. Through their partners, they are able to run adventurous and challenging outdoor learning programmes that equip people with valuable skills for education, work and life. They work with young people from both inside and outside of Oman, and help them become more confident, effective and capable at school, college and in the workplace. In addition, they also deliver training and professional development programmes for a growing number of leading companies in the region, as well as bespoke leadership and team development courses. Outward Bound Oman was first established in the UK in 1941, and now operates in 33 countries around the world. Oman is the first Arabic speaking nation to set up an Outward-Bound operation to develop and challenge its human resource to ensure Vision 2040 becomes a reality. Since being established in Oman in 2009, Outward Bound Oman has delivered training for more than 16,000 individuals in a variety of courses to different age groups starting from school students through Skills for Life course, enhancing the employability of young people throughout the Sultanate in the Next Generation course, and it also provide bespoke training courses for the emerging talent and leadership teams of many leading companies and institutions in Oman. For more information, please contact: Dhuhla Al Anqoodi Dhuhla@
