Under the theme “Give a little to save lives”, Sohar Aluminium conducted its second blood drive in coordination with the Ministry of Health at its premises on 11 March. Nearly 70 participants donated blood.

“We were pleased with the tremendous response from our employees and we now have regular donors. The blood drive will help fight blood shortages and save lives” said Rick Hynes, EHS Manager.

Mr. Hynes added “By donating blood our employees demonstrated their strong sense of community responsibility.”
Other blood drives will be scheduled at a later date.

Sohar Aluminium’s shareholders are Oman Oil Company, Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Authority, and Alcan. The company was established in September 2004 to construct and operate a single AP35 potline aluminium smelter with an associated power plant.

The smelter is targeted to start its first production of hot metal in 2008.