Ithraeyat: Simplicity in Colors
Abdullah Hammas was born in the city of Abha and grew up moving with his family between the cities of the Kingdom. He studied at the Institute of Art Education and graduated as a teacher in 1973.
President and CEO: Oil and Gas Investment Must Not Be Overlooked
Speaking at the 2023 Saudi Green Initiative (SGI) Forum in Dubai, Amin Nasser, Aramco president and CEO, outlined the pivotal role that oil and gas will continue to play in powering the global economy as part of the energy mix of the future, stating that the industry requires continued and effective strategic investment to do so.
AramcoWorld Reading Selections - December 20, 2023
For more than 40 years, British photographer Peter Sanders has documented communities across the Islamic world. Sanders discusses his legacy with us, including his inspiration and influences over the course of his career.
Aramco’s Yanbu’ Refinery Becomes Fourth Company Facility to be Added to WEF’s Global Lighthouse Network
Yanbu’ Refinery has become the fourth Aramco facility to be added to the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Lighthouse Network, having been recognized for its pioneering deployment of cutting-edge technologies to deliver a range of operational, commercial, and environmental benefits.
Aramco at the FII Summit: Seeking a Fair Global Energy Transition
As millions of people globally do not have access to conventional energy, the world cannot simply ask emerging economies “to switch to whatever advanced economies are doing,” Aramco’s chairman said at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Priority summit in Hong Kong.
1960s Christmas Scenes from Sun and Flare
The pleasures of the holiday season, as celebrated in Aramco camps throughout the 1960s, are depicted here in photographs from the Arabian Sun & Flare.
Dhahran to London, May 1978 – Part 4
Sadly, none of us have particularly strong memories of Syria. Under the rule of the al-Assad family and the Alawite minority since 1970 (and has been ever since), I think our intention was to travel straight through to Turkey, but this plan was thwarted.
Larry and Billie Tanner Celebrate 76 Years of Marriage
Congratulations to Larry and Billie Tanner who, on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, celebrated 76 years of marriage.
A Trip on The Oceanic Cruise
For this year’s school field trip, our school decided to take our batch to the “Oceanic Cruise”, located near I.I Chandigarh Road in Karachi and takes you into the deep sea Kamari till Menorah Island. Saying it was a fun experience would truly be an understatement.
AramcoWorld Reading Selections - December 7, 2023
By tackling often overlooked societal issues. Palestinian-born Sami Kafati's body of work has shaped Honduran cinema even years after his passing.
Old Boys Meet in Hyderabad, India
Saudi Aramco Ex-Employees Association(SAEEA), Hyderabad, India called a meeting of Old boys (young hearts) to meet and greet at the residence of Ghulam Ansari at Azizbagh, Tolichowki on Sunday afternoon, November 26, 2023.
Trip to Al Ula
My colleague, Heather, and I were supposed to go to a wedding in Hyderabad, India that week in January 2022. However, COVID was still very much on the national consciousness and rumors were flying that if we went to India, we were not going to be able to return to Saudi.
Dhahran to London, May 1978 – Part 3
Back in Amman, we decided it was a good opportunity to visit the occupied West Bank and Israel. We organised a tour with a driver and guide. The tour included a taxi from Amman to the Allenby Bridge crossing, first built under Ottoman rule with subsequent rebuilds in 1918, 1927 and 1946 due to earthquakes and terrorism.
Good News From Lahore - Let's Be Happy
Ex-Aramco family friends connected in Lahore, Pakistan after a long time, and were met with the good news of the launching of “Aramco Retirees Association – Pakistan (ARAP)”, based in Lahore. Aramco and its retirees continue to connect thousands of people. About 70 Saudi Aramco Ex-Employees and their families from Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and the UK attended a grand dinner in Lahore on November 15, 2023.
Indian Prime Minister's Letter to Amaan Younus
I am Amaan Younus the grandson of Saudi Aramco employee, Mohammed Ifteqaruddin, Badge #140948, Ras Tanura Refinery Maintenance Department, Technical Advisor Mechanical Services (1977 to 2010). I would like to share my achievement with the Aramco Expats global community. Based on the following announcement, I took a pledge as well as sent an essay, under the banner “Pariksha Pe Charcha 2023” (Discussion on exam 2023).
Aramco Retiree Golf Group Teed It Up at Horseshoe Bay in Marble Falls on Lake LBJ Near Austin, Texas
The Aramco Retiree Golf Group held its ninth event at Horseshoe Bay (HSB) Resort on Lake LBJ in Marble Falls near Austin, Texas. Golf activities included three rounds of golf at HSB Resort Ram Rock, Slick Rock and Apple Rock golf courses.
Save the Date for the 2024 Aramco Hafla Annuitants Reunion
Save the date for the 2024 Saudi Aramco Hafla Annuitants Reunion to be held Friday, August 30th through Monday, September 2nd at the Omni Las Colinas Hotel in Irving, TX.
Dhahran to London, May 1978 – Part 2
From the Jordanian border post at Al-Omari, it took about 2 hours to reach Amman. We had treated ourselves by booking rooms at the newly built Ambassador Hotel, which overlooked the eastern part of the old city, with a breath-taking panoramic view, and more importantly a bar!
Up To Speed: Verstappen Caps Stellar Season with One Last Win
An entertaining Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ensured a 2023 Formula 1 season that's long been settled as a competitive spectacle on a high, even if this year's dominant driver-team combination came out on top one last time.
Aramco Collaboration Develops Software Solution for Carbon Capture and Utilization
Scientists in Aramco’s Research and Development Center (R&DC) have created a computer-aided tool to potentially evaluate carbon capture and utilization from Aramco facilities based on technoeconomic and life cycle analysis.