Aramco develops emergency plans to ensure ongoing business

A handout picture provided by Saudi Aramco shows the energey giant's President and CEO Amin Nasser addressing the official ceremony launching the debut of Saudi Aramco's initial public offering (IPO) on the Riyadh's stock market, in the Saudi capital Riyadh on December 11, 2019. (File/AFP)

DUBAI: Saudi oil giant Aramco President and CEO, Amin H. Nasser said prevention plans had been introduced to ensure the continuation of business as the coronavirus situation continues.
Nasser said Aramco was “closely monitoring the situation every day,” adding that the well-being of his staff was of prime concern, state news agency SPA reported.
 “We have been carrying out continuous preventive plans in all our business areas, in addition to detailed emergency plans and leading medical support services, in order to reduce risks, ensure the best possible care and curb COVID-19 infection,” he said.
“The cornerstone of our company is the energy production, reliable supply and our commitment to our customers, especially in such difficult times, therefore we have developed emergency and prevention plans in all areas of our business to ensure the ongoing of our business, so that we can meet the needs of our customers around the world from energy products,” the Aramco CEO said.