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Kuwait Oil Company Company Profile

Drilling
INTRODUCTION The Drilling Operations in KOC seek to be a world-class leader in 2.04
In 1934 the Kuwait Oil Company Ltd. was established by the Anglo- drilling efficiency, HSE, resource management and application of new
Persian oil company now known as the British Petroleum Company, technology.
and Gulf Oil Corporation, now known as Chevron Corporation.
Drilling is a major activity in the company. It is conducted in a safe,
The Company activities had extended to include exploration operations, efficient and cost effective manner. The drilling activities are performed
on-shore and off-shore surveys, drilling of test wells, and developing of safely and in environment-friendly manner, both on land & offshore.
producing fields in addition to crude and natural gas exploration. KOC considers the implementation of new technology as critical to
achieve the improvements desired within its operations.
2040 Strategy
2040 Upstream Mission: Production
We optimize the value of Kuwait’s hydrocarbon resources through Kuwait Oil Company manages the production and export of oil and
exploration, development and production to ensure sustainability gas with the associated facilities from more than twelve developed oil
fields in the state of Kuwait. The oilfields are spread over the State
2040 Upstream Vision: and split off into four main parts of North Field, West Field, South
To be an upstream leader recognized globally for excellence and East Field that are locally administered at the site headquarters.
Approximate distance from Ahmadi: North Field is 70 miles (112 Km),
2040 Upstream Values: West Field is 38 miles (60 Km) and South East Field is 12 miles (20
Innovation: Developing and embracing new ideas, methods and Km).
approaches to solving challenges that create value
Export & Marine
Excellence: Encouraging high performance, continuous improvement Export & Marine Operations Group is responsible for receiving, mixing,
and a customer focus storing and exporting crude oil, as well as the marine operations at all Kuwait Oil Company
the oil terminals in the State of Kuwait. The Group is also the gateway
Caring for People: Creating a culture where people develop and grow, for the country’s entire hydrocarbon production.
and are positively motivated to contribute to the success of others
E&MO performs two main functions :
Pride: Creating employee satisfaction on an individual level and • ransportin crude rom the producin assets to the customers
promoting a sense of loyalty and belonging to KPC (Export Teams).

One Team: Caring for the interests of KPC and ensuring alignment to • acilitatin the mo ements o shippin associated with the export o
achieve corporate and State goals Crude from Kuwait Ports (Marine Teams).

Partnership: Building and sustaining relationships that support Export & Marine Operations Group (E&MO) plays a critical role for
growth and enhance operational excellence KOC, KPC, KNPC & EQUATE. It is through E&MO that all crude oil
produced by the State of Kuwait reaches its customers, both domestic
Integrity: Acting in a trustworthy manner with the highest standards (e.g. the KNPC refineries) and international. E&MO is therefore a
of ethics, respect and honesty potential bottleneck in the supply chain.

Commitment to HSSE: Respecting the environment and ensuring Gas
safety, security and the promotion of a healthy workplace wherever The Gas Operations Group is responsible for all gas, condensate, crude oil
KPC operates fuel, HFO, and Gas Oil pipeline networks in Kuwait thereby assisting KOC
in meeting the strategic objective of concentrating on its core business.
Exploration
KOC exploration vision is to safely explore for hydrocarbon in the state KOC Headquarters
of Kuwait to maximize oil and gas reserves in a cost effective manner. Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.)
Our mission is to be one of the leaders in exploring hydrocarbon P.O. Box 9758 Ahmadi, 61008 Ahmadi, Kuwait
resources through our well-trained staff and competent Kuwaiti leaders Telephone Exchange No.00965 - 23989111
using technology effectively to deliver top quality results which satisfy Facsimile No. 00965 – 23983661
our customers’ needs on time. E-Mail: [email protected], Web: www.kockw.com