The Kuwait Oil Tankers Company (KOTC) headquarters has been awarded the prestigious Gold rating under the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) Operations certification, awarded by the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD).

The GSAS certification process involved a comprehensive evaluation of the building’s operations and maintenance protocols. The building’s practices were scrutinized through rigorous audits conducted by sustainability experts from GSAS Trust.

Praising the company’s efforts, GORD’s Founding Chairman, Dr. Yousef Alhorr said, “KOTC’s achievement in obtaining the Gold rating in GSAS Operations certification is more than a milestone. It’s a transformative step towards a more sustainable future as envisioned in Kuwait Vision 2035 ‘New Kuwait’. By integrating rigorous environmental standards into their operations, KOTC is not only aligning with global sustainability goals but also setting a powerful example for the industry.”

Located in Shuwaikh, the KOTC headquarters underwent detailed assessments, including office evaluations and field visits by GORD’s specialized team comprising seasoned sustainability experts. These evaluations compared building data and consumption patterns with established environmental sustainability benchmarks.

KOTC’s Executive Vice President of Fleet Operations Yousef Al Saqr said that the certification came after office assessments and field visits by a specialized external team to compare building data and consumption patterns with environmental sustainability standards.

He added that achieving the gold level reflects the company's commitment to its endeavors towards sustainability in line with KPC's strategy to transform energy and reduce emissions.