Bapco Refining, a subsidiary of Bapco Energies, has been recognised for its exemplary commitment to workplace safety with two major international awards from the British Safety Council (BSC).
The company received the ‘Five Star Award for Occupational Health and Safety’ and the coveted ‘Sword of Honour’ award, marking Bapco Refining the first company in the kingdom to achieve both distinctions, reflecting its dedication to the highest standards of health and safety.
The awards follow a comprehensive audit conducted by the British Safety Council, which assessed Bapco Refining’s health and safety management systems against international best practices.
The audit reviewed all aspects of the company’s operational practices to safeguarding the health and wellbeing at its facilities.
In addition, the Bapco Modernisation Programme (BMP) also underwent a thorough audit and was granted the prestigious Five Star Award. The British Safety Council confirmed that BMP is the only major project in the region to receive this level of recognition, further highlighting Bapco Energies leadership in safety management.

Bapco Refining received the Five Star Award for Occupational Health and Safety and the coveted Sword of Honour award
These achievements reflect the company ongoing commitment to health and safety as a core pillar of the Bapco Energies Group operational practices. Maintaining the highest standards of health and safety is fundamental to the group’s operations, ensuring the protection of its workforce, contractors, and the communities in which it operates.
Bapco Refining continues to lead in HSE excellence, regularly engaging in impactful initiatives that reinforce its dedication to safety and environmental stewardship. These efforts not only support the group’s strategic objectives but also set new benchmarks for the industry in Bahrain and beyond.

Dr Jawahery
Commenting on the awards, Dr Abdulrahman Jawahery, managing director of Bapco Energies and chief executive of Bapco Refining, said: “Receiving both the Five Star Award and the Sword of Honour sets a new benchmark for safety excellence in Bahrain and is a testament to Bapco Refining’s unwavering commitment to the highest international safety standards. These prestigious accolades not only reinforce our leadership in health and safety, but also mark a proud achievement for Bahrain, demonstrating our ability to meet and exceed global benchmarks.”
The Bapco Modernisation Programme’s industry-leading safety performance, with exceptionally low Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate (TRIFR) and Loss Time Injury (LTI) rates that surpass the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, demonstrates our capability to deliver world-class safety on complex, large-scale projects,” he added.
As the integrated energy company leading the energy transition in Bahrain, the Bapco Energies Group remains committed to advancing its safety culture, ensuring a safe and sustainable future for all.

Bapco Refining, a subsidiary of Bapco Energies, has been recognised for its exemplary commitment to workplace safety