East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-2022, 2023-03-31 to 2024-03-31, 2023-2024)
Reporting Period: 2021-2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Obtained ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) certificate to improve environmental sustainability
- Launched an initiative to rationalize energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions
- Reducing the consumption of water and non-renewable resources and applying an effective system for reuse and recycling in accordance with international standards
Social Achievements
- Enabling employees to work remotely from their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Reviewing and evaluating the situation of employees residing in the Company’s accommodations in terms of their housing conditions and precautionary measures during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Preparing a separate building to receive positive COVID-19 cases and imposing complete isolation while providing all necessary needs during the quarantine period
- Supplying medical tools and devices for use when necessary during the COVID-19 pandemic
Governance Achievements
- Successful IPO of the Company in the Saudi Stock Exchange as a joint stock Company
- Compliance with the stipulations of the Corporate Governance Regulations issued by the Capital Market Authority
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Working towards a highest-capacity utilization by winning future orders and building the orderbook for the following year
Short-term Goals:
- Fulfilling the helical submerged arc-welding (HSAW) pipes orders which were awarded to the company in the previous fiscal year
- Fulfilling the pipes coating orders which were awarded to the company in the previous fiscal year
- Following up and completing all the procedures required for awarding and implementing the announced future water projects
- Working on the best utilization of the opportunities that will be made available as a result of supply of pipes for the new transport lines by the Saudi Water Partnership Company
Environmental Challenges
- Adverse repercussions of Covid-19 in 2021 on the economy, leading to a decrease in the offering of projects for purchasers in oil, gas and water sectors
- Increase in the prices of raw materials and other production requirements due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Disruptions in supply chains negatively, which led to a significant increase in shipping costs and delays in shipments of raw materials due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Mitigation Strategies
- Strategic planning prior to the pandemic, which underlined its readiness to withstand the threats and risks with efficiency and competence
- Resumption of infrastructure projects activity, leading to a strong recovery in demand for HSAW pipes
- Periodic review of all policies and procedures for all departments of the Company to reduce errors associated with operations
- Application of business continuity plans and protection during disasters and reviewing them periodically
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Qualification and approval of adding new suppliers through a strict qualification system that includes a comprehensive review of manufacturing capabilities and the ability to carry out the required tests and examinations
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2023-03-31 to 2024-03-31
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainability
- Health and Safety
- Environmental Performance
- Community Investment
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Initiatives to optimize energy and resource consumption, reduce emissions, and enable the circular economy.
- Implementation of technological solutions for products related to the energy transition (gas, hydrogen, carbon storage).
- ISO 14001 certification obtained.
Social Achievements
- Contribution to the health charity, Mu'afa, for kidney patients.
- Contribution to the popular campaign to aid the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip through the 'Sahem' platform.
- Collaboration with King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals to provide industrial engineering training to students.
- Ramadan food distribution campaign for the needy in cooperation with the Eastern Province Charity Association.
- Blood donation campaign for company employees in cooperation with the Ministry of Health.
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with the Corporate Governance Regulations issued by the Capital Market Authority.
- Establishment of an internal control system.
- Formation of an Audit Committee, a Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and an Executive Committee.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Balance production capacity to serve the water, gas, and oil sectors, considering the company's strategic goals.
- Obtain approval from various domestic and international companies to create new opportunities and markets.
Medium-term Goals:
- Secure future projects.
- Win more pipe coating projects.
- Continue the existing agreement with Saudi Aramco for a fourth consecutive year.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase production capacity to meet growing demand.
- Complete previous pipe and coating projects.
- Win more projects for manufacturing and supplying pipes for the water, gas, and oil sectors.
Environmental Challenges
- Significant increase in shipping costs and delays in raw material shipments.
- Diversity of demand from various parties and keeping up with project timelines.
- Rising interest rates.
- Geopolitical tensions impacting global trade and supply chains.
Mitigation Strategies
- Focus on cost optimization and operational efficiency.
- Diversification of products and markets.
- Strengthening strategic partnerships.
- Investing in research and development to enhance product innovation.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- The company works with leading steel manufacturers and has a rigorous supplier qualification system.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: ISO 9001, API 5L, API Spec Q1, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, IEC 17025/ISO
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Technological solutions for products related to the energy transition (gas, hydrogen, carbon storage).
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023-2024
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy and resources efficiency
- Emissions reduction
- Circular economy
- Environmental protection
- Community contribution
- Health and safety
- Social responsibility
Environmental Achievements
- Launched initiatives to rationalize energy consumption and reduce carbon emissions
- Implemented measures for water and non-renewable resource reduction, reuse, and recycling
- Established an energy management program to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions
- Obtained ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) certificate
Social Achievements
- Financial support to Moafa Health Association for Kidney Disease Patients
- Contribution to Saudi Relief Campaign for Palestinian People in Gaza
- Partnership with KFUPM to provide Industrial Engineering training to students
- Distribution of Ramadan Baskets for needy people
- Organization of a blood donation campaign
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with Corporate Governance Regulations issued by the Capital Market Authority
- Establishment of Audit Committee, Nominations and Remuneration Committee, and Executive Committee
- Implementation of internal governance regulations
- Annual evaluation of the Board of Directors and independence of independent members
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Deliver sustainable long-term value to shareholders and stakeholders
Medium-term Goals:
- Maximize sales outreach and increase market share
- Enhance product innovation
- Revamp sustainability framework
Short-term Goals:
- Increase production capacity to meet increasing demand
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to increased shipping costs and lack of containers
- Diverse product demand and keeping up with project schedules
- Increased interest rates
- Geopolitical tensions affecting the global economy
Mitigation Strategies
- Investing in plants, processes, and employees to maintain manufacturing advantage
- Cost management to lead in competitive pricing
- Leveraging strong market positioning to capture a large share of project awards
- Increasing focus on selling and marketing activities
- Balance sheet optimization
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: rigorous system for continuous monitoring of supplier performance
Responsible Procurement
- Comprehensive quality audit before supplier approval
- Providing suppliers with company specifications to guarantee product quality and waste reduction
- Setting carbon emission standards for steel suppliers