29 Apr 2021 - 12:08
UDC s contractors recognised for their strong commitment to Health and Safety Management.
The Peninsula
United Development Company (UDC), a leading Qatari public shareholding company and master developer of The PearlQatar and Gewan Island, has received the International Safety Award 2021 with Distinction by the British Safety Council in recognition of its commitment to safeguarding the Health and Safety of its community at The Pearl-Qatar and Gewan Island including workers and workplaces.
This award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated commitment to occupational health, safety and wellbeing where 85 organizations of all sizes and sectors in more than 37 countries worldwide, were awarded for their commitment to International Safety standards out of a total 532 candidates.
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