GULF DOWNSTREAM ASSOCIATION “promoting knowledge sharing, networking and enriching published and valuable data to the members”

GDA PROFILE The Gulf Downstream Association (GDA) is a “brainchild” and established by its founding members from Saudi Aramco, Kuwait Petroleum International, Bahrain Petroleum Company and Kuwait National Petroleum Company. GDA is a non- profit organization aiming to bring Downstream players together to further develop the industry and draw benefits from knowledge sharing and best practices.   In August 2016, during its first meeting, GDA’s Board was formalized. Few months thereafter, in November 2016, the Board has nominated/selected its Secretary General. GDA’s Headquarter is located at the GBCORP’s Building of Bahrain’s high profile Financial Harbor. G D A About

FOUNDING MEMBERS & BOD Chairman of the Board Bakheet S Al-Rashidi CEO, KPC Holdings Aruba President, Kuwait Petroleum International Chairman of the Board Member Suleman A Al-Bargan VP – Refining & NGL Fractionation Saudi Aramco Member Ebrahim A Talib Deputy Chief Executive (Refining & Marketing) Bahrain Petroleum Company Member Mohammad G Al-Mutairi Chief Executive Officer Kuwait National Petroleum Company

GDA PROFILE Mission Vision To create a platform to support the growth of the downstream industry to help improve the industry in terms of efficiency, competencies of the workforce, and sustainability. GDA will achieve this by becoming a premier association in the region that connects the downstream companies, service providers, governmental organizations, academic institutions and the larger industry through conferences and events like Middle East Petrotech. GDA will help disseminate knowledge, promote best practices, spur innovation and lead dialogue on policy development. To be internationally recognized association that serves as a catalyst for a strong and sustainable growth of the downstream industry by promoting collaboration amongst all individuals and organizations associated with the downstream industry in addition to the development of policies and ecosystem to support the sustainable growth of the downstream industry. Mission Vision

GDA PROFILE Why Join GDA? Founding Members are experienced leaders in the Oil Downstream Industry. Collaborate and network to promote knowledge sharing. Why Join GDA? Data bank for industry information and success factors. Access to unique publications, live and interactive Information Portal. Provide Authentic Leadership to foster our future and learn from the industry practices. Participate in technical sessions and workshops.

VALUE ADDED PROPOSITION Access to GDA’s portal for capturing Downstream developments and news in the region and a depository of publications and knowledge sharing material (including a databank of best in class operational practices, directory of members, media news, links and updates related to the industry). Access to a physical technical library within GDA’s offices in Bahrain and facilitating access and contacts between members within the association. Conducting a multiple of technical and leadership events (industrial site-visits, workshops and seminars) related to the industry and latest developments. Share knowledge and experience, benchmarking and adopting best practices, both regionally and internationally for Downstream sustainability. Connecting the industry, and members, with the invaluable resources of retires for the benefit of the community and to ensure the Sharing of Knowledge concept is continuous. Facilitate and enhance communication within its members and foster good relations with other global industries and associations. Provide a voice and choice for the industry members to strengthen the three pillars of strategy: Industry, Government and Education (including Academia and Scholars).

SAMPLE OF PAST EVENTS - PETROTECH

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE SECRETARY GENERAL Executive Secretary Technical Committee Manager Marketing & Communications Manager Finance, IT, HR & Administration Manager Admin Assistant Admin Assistant HSE Industry Trends Communications Specialist Marketing Specialist IT Administrator Membership Relations Specialist Technologies Energy Management Events, Sales & Operations Specialist IT Specialist Accounts Specialist Plant Reliability & Integrity Leadership & People Development

TECHNICAL COMMITTEES The Gulf Downstream Association (GDA) Technical Committees serve as the platform of the Association’s mandate to facilitate interaction with industry leaders and expert, and collaboration of its members to help strategically grow the Downstream business and improve performance. The Technical Committees will be established for sharing of non-proprietary information, as well as organizing workshops and seminars on specific topics of interest to further enhance performance of the facilities/businesses across the membership of the GDA.

TECHNICAL COMMITTEES TECHNICAL COMMITTEES Health, Safety & Environment Industry Trends Technologies Energy Management Plant Reliability & Integrity Leadership & People Development Lessons Learned Market Changes Performance Enhancement Best in Class Equipment Training, Scholarship & Internship Practices Climate Change & Regulations Process Solutions Tools Corrosion Academia Collaboration Product Quality Projects Case Studies Talent Mgmt Renewables

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES FULL MEMBER Oil Refineries, Gas Processors, and NGL Fractionation Plants Fuel Retailers Fuels / Lube Suppliers Plant Maintenance Companies Other Related Industries ASSOCIATE MEMBER Fuel Handling / Marketing & Distribution Companies Supply Chain & Logistics Companies Refined Products Traders Service Providers (EPC’s / Licensors / Catalyst Vendors Equipment Manufacturers / Software & Automation Providers Laboratories, Industrial Gases Companies Health & Safety Environmental Management Companies Ports & Terminals BUSINESS PARTNER Consulting Firms Academic Institutions Media & Advertising Agencies Supporting Agencies (Events, Training, Recruitment, Insurance, Legal, Finance, Transport, Printing) Associations Other Related Businesses USD 6,000 USD 2,000 USD 4,000

HEADQUARTER & CONTACT DETAILS PO Box 60619 Office 306, 3rd Floor GBCorp Building Manama – Kingdom of Bahrain +973 1711600 SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS gda_bh www.gda.org.bh info@gda.org.bh facebook twitter ig linked

THANK YOU GULF DOWNSTREAM ASSOCIATION We cordially invite you to become part and member of the Gulf Downstream Association and look forward to a committed and productive partnership in our ambitious journey. THANK YOU