Memories of Scouting in Aramco Camps

Memories of Scouting in Aramco Camps

BY Aramco ExPats / /

"Growing up in Dhahran, I was trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent. Except maybe for obedient, thrifty and, almost certainly, brave. As a Boy Scout, after all, I took our Scout Law seriously. Sort of." ~Rick Snedeker

5 Mistakes You May Be Making With the Aramco Savings Plan

5 Mistakes You May Be Making With the Aramco Savings Plan

BY Creative Planning International / /

The Aramco Savings Plan, an excellent benefit available to Aramco employees, can help you save toward retirement using pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions. Could you be making mistakes that are keeping you from optimizing your benefit? Below we share five common Aramco Savings Plan mistakes as well as tips for avoiding them.

A Serendipitous Encounter

A Serendipitous Encounter

BY Aramco ExPats / /

In September, Lou Spencer was in Yellowstone National Park working for a company called Road Scholar as a tour leader. One afternoon in a parking lot called Madison Junction, he ran into David and Susan Jackson, who were his neighbors in Dhahran on 2 Second Sreer.

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Winter 2012-2013

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Winter 2012-2013

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

1990 Club Reunions

1990 Club Reunions

BY Jon Foster and Nancy Vance / /

In 1983 a large group of friends at a cocktail party in Dhahran suddenly realized that they were all eventually going to leave Aramco and return to the four corners of the USA. Jon Foster thought it would be great to have a way to keep in touch. After bouncing around ideas, Jon drew up bylaws reviewed by Bill Klingman, for what became the 1990 Club.

Retirement Income Planning Doesn’t Start or End at Retirement

Retirement Income Planning Doesn’t Start or End at Retirement

BY Creative Planning International / /

If you’re saving for retirement through the Aramco Savings Plan, it's crucial to understand how the IRS’ required minimum distributions (RMDs) impact you. Once you turn 73 (if born in 1959 or earlier) or 75 (if born in 1960 or later), the IRS mandates withdrawals from your tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs and 401ks.

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Fall 2012

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Fall 2012

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

Saudi Art Exhibition Set for Global Debut

Saudi Art Exhibition Set for Global Debut

BY Arab News / /

The Museums Commission has announced plans to launch a landmark exhibition on the art of the Kingdom to bring Saudi contemporary work to the global stage. The exhibition will tour several countries, introducing international audiences to the vibrant art scene in Saudi Arabia and showcasing the nation’s most prominent contemporary artistic endeavors.

Two Remarkable Men with Company Connections Pass Away

Two Remarkable Men with Company Connections Pass Away

BY Arthur Clark / /

Two remarkable men with Aramco connections dating back some seven decades died two days apart late last month. Bert Seal, a photographer, was a friend with whom I had the pleasure of covering many company reunions in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. He joined Aramco in 1955 and stayed five years before heading to Libya and winding up in San Diego, Calif., where he continued to ply his avocation.

Join Us for an Exclusive Financial Planning Presentation!

Join Us for an Exclusive Financial Planning Presentation!

BY Creative Planning International / /

We are excited to invite you to an informative event hosted by Gabrielle Reilly and Hanna Kennedy, featuring insights from Creative Planning International (formerly Reilly Financial Advisors). Join us at Tandoori House in Dhahran on Tuesday, November 12th at 18:00 for refreshments, appetizers, and guidance on financial topics specific to Aramcons.

Ras Tanura Annual Reunion, Trentham U.K. - September 2024

Ras Tanura Annual Reunion, Trentham U.K. - September 2024

BY Sue Bracken / /

Aramco Ras Tanura ex-employees have been holding yearly reunions since 1984 across various parts of the U.K. and also Ireland, Bulgaria and France. In September 2024 the reunion was held at Trentham, Stoke-On-Trent in North Staffordshire, England.

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Summer 2012

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Summer 2012

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

Exciting News: Creative Planning is Coming to KSA!

Exciting News: Creative Planning is Coming to KSA!

BY Creative Planning International / /

We are thrilled to announce that Creative Planning (formerly Reilly Financial Advisors) will be visiting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia next month! Partner/Managing Director Gabrielle Reilly and International Wealth Manager Hanna Kennedy will be in Dhahran and Ras Tanura from November 8 through November 16.

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Spring 2012

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Spring 2012

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

A Warm 8th Aramco Reunion in Toronto

A Warm 8th Aramco Reunion in Toronto

BY Sapna Kokal / /

On a beautiful, warm afternoon on Saturday, 21st September, 45 attendees, including retirees, families, and Aramco brats with their families, gathered at the Mississauga Valley park in Mississauga, Ontario, for a heartwarming 8th Aramco reunion. The event brought together a vibrant mix of generations, all bound by the shared memories and experiences of their time with Aramco and life in Saudi Arabia.

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Winter 2011-2012

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Winter 2011-2012

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

Letter from South East and East Asia - Part 3

Letter from South East and East Asia - Part 3

BY Richard Thom / /

Twenty of us, all living in Dhahran and Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia at that time decided that we would spend Christmas and New Year in South East and East Asia. We arranged a trip through the Al-Gosaibi Travel Agency, although we did not realise...

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Fall 2011

A Look Back at Photo of the Week Galleries: Fall 2011

BY Aramco ExPats / /

For nearly 20 years, people have contributed meaningful photos to our Photo of the Week campaign featured in the Aramco ExPats Highlights & Notices newsletter. Be transported back in time as you enjoy this heartwarming look back through our Photo of the Week galleries featuring fond memories and familiar faces.

Health Benefits Information for Aramco Post 65 Retirees

Health Benefits Information for Aramco Post 65 Retirees

BY Aramco ExPats / /

The following information was provided at the 2024 Aramco Annuitants' Reunion. This is all the information that was made available. Don't hesitate to contact Mercer/ Aptia365 for more information.