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BMT Cordah has signed a major environmental contract with the Yemeni government in connection with the preparation of a set of technical guidelines and regulations that cover the use of chemicals and types of waste generated by the oil and gas sector.
The contract is the first of its kind in Yemen and represents a major step forward in regulating the environmental impacts arising from the oil and gas sector. The contract also marks the entry of BMT Cordah into this new region, where additional business opportunities are expected to arise in the near future.
The contract essentially covers the following 3 areas:
Design and preparation of a set of permits and consents to effectively regulate the oil and gas industry use of chemicals and management of waste;
Upon signing the contract, the Minister of Oil and Minerals Salem al-Aidrous said the treaty aims to create a national and complete system to manage chemicals and wastes arising from oil and gas exploration and production.
Within a wider context, the study will result in the Republic of Yemen being a more attractive location through an enhanced regulatory structure. The BMT
Cordah Project Manager Stuart Hume said how important this contract was to the company and that he looks forward to the project and assisting the Yemeni Government in enhancing the current level of environmental protection.
BMT Cordah represents a new approach to safety, health and environmental management by offering leading edge consultancy and an in-house team of skilled (eco) toxicologist, risk assessors and environmental fate modellers. The company’s capabilities in environmental consultancy, software systems and research and development combine to deliver value in a range of sectors including oil and gas, renewable energy, maritime management and safety. The company has offices in London, Aberdeen, Southampton and Glasgow.
Website – www.bmtcordah.com