Gulf's Responsible Care Initiative launched

The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the American Chemistry Council (ACC) to establish a Responsible Care® program for the region's petrochemical and chemical industry. The MoU is a major step in implementing GPCA's ambitious plans to ensure that the regional industry adopts uniform world-class Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) practices. The MoU was signed by Mr. Mohamed H. Al-Mady, Chairman, GPCA and Vice Chairman & CEO - SABIC, Dr. Abdulwahab Al-Sadoun, Secretary General of GPCA, Stephen D. Pryor, Director, American Chemistry Council, and President, ExxonMobil Chemical Company and Cal Dooley, President and CEO of the ACC. The Responsible Care ethic is the petrochemicals industry's foundation for a sustainable future. It covers all aspects of chemical industry activity: process safety, pollution prevention, distribution safety, product stewardship, security, community awareness and emergency response. Participating national or regional trade associations agree to conform to the Responsible Care Global Charter and the Responsible Care Fundamental Features instituted by the International Council of Chemical Association (ICCA). (the end) www. gpca.org.aePuma Rihanna Creeper