BMC CELEBRATES ACHIEVEMENT OF SURPASSING 10 MILLION MANHOURS WITHOUT LOST TIME INJURY

It was with great pride that on 26 November 2024 BMC celebrated 10 million manhours without lost time injury (LTI) and Health and Safety Day at the Rizqun International Hotel, Songket Ballroom.

Present were Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Hj Khairuddin bin Haji Abdul Hamid, Deputy Minister of Finance & Economy (Economy) / BMC Deputy Chairman, as the Guest of Honour. Other distinguished guests included His Excellency Maeda Toru, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Brunei Darussalam; YangMulia Pengiran Haji Jamra Weira bin Pengiran Haji Petra, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Energy); Mr. Hideaki Akase, Director and Managing Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC); Mr. Takayuki Miyamoto, BMC Chairman; BMC Board of Directors, shareholder representatives, regulators, industry stakeholders, and business partners.

BMC CEO, Mr. Jesús Enrique Mora Marín highlighted the collective effort behind this achievement in the opening remarks. He added, “This commitment not only protects our people but also safeguards the environment, our assets, and reputation, reinforcing our vision to be a world-class methanol supplier of choice.”

Mr. Hideaki Akase of MGC applauded BMC’s commitment to safety at all levels while maintaining stable daily operations. It was indeed a feat for BMC, having achieved this monumental safety milestone on 29 October 2024, ahead of schedule.

A key highlight of the day was the launch of BMC’s 12 Life-Saving Rules (LSR), officiated by Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Hj Khairuddin, who also unveiled a safety pledge. He commended BMC’s contributions to Brunei’s development, stating “As the first petrochemical manufacturing plant in Brunei, BMC stands as a model of how proactive safety practices coupled with close engagement with regulatory bodies can drive both business success and sustainable growth.”

Attendees enjoyed interactive exhibitions from BMC’s business partners who showcased the applications of the LSR in everyday operations, as well as complimentary health screenings. The event concluded with an award presentation by the guest of honour to six winners of the BMC Healthy Lifestyle Program (HLP): BMC Final Step Challenge 2024 x BN on the Move (BNOTM). 

At BMC, we remain dedicated to building a proactive safety culture, maintaining a secure and healthy work environment, and actively contributing to the Sultanate’s sustainable economic development, in alignment with the Wawasan Brunei 2035 framework.

Opening speech delivered by BMC Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jesús Enrique Mora Marín highlighting the collective effort behind achieving this safety milestone.

Mr. Hideaki Akase, Director and Managing Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (MGC), delivers a speech applauding BMC’s dedication to safety and operational excellence.

Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Hj Khairuddin bin Haji Abdul Hamid, Deputy Minister of Finance & Economy (Economy) / BMC Deputy Chairman, delivers his remarks as the Guest of Honour, highlighting BMC’s proactive safety practices and contributions to Brunei’s development.

Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Hj Khairuddin bin Haji Abdul Hamid, Deputy Minister of Finance & Economy (Economy) and BMC Deputy Chairman, officiates the unveiling of the Safety Pledge.

Yang Mulia Dato Seri Paduka Hj Khairuddin bin Haji Abdul Hamid, accompanied by distinguished guests, visits the exhibition booths showcasing interactive displays on BMC’s 12 Life-Saving Rules and safety applications in daily operations.

BMC Management, employees and event working committee gather for a group photo, celebrating their collective effort and commitment in making the 10 Million Manhours without LTI and Health and Safety Day a resounding success.