Water Transmission Company (WTCO) concluded its “Role & Impact” Forum, held at the company's headquarters with the participation of WTCO executives, representatives from across the company's departments and sectors, and partners from across the water sector. The forum aimed to highlight the pivotal roles of governance, risk management, compliance, business continuity, emergency management, and cybersecurity in strengthening organizational readiness and awareness.
In his opening remarks, WTCO CEO Dr. Tariq Al-Naeem emphasized that the forum reflects the company's ongoing commitment to upholding the highest standards of transparency and corporate governance. He noted that fostering integrity, managing risks, and strengthening cybersecurity are fundamental pillars for ensuring business sustainability and operational efficiency across the company's systems and operations.
A key highlight of the forum was the launch of the Business Integrity Portal, a dedicated platform for reporting violations. The launch marks a strategic step toward reinforcing the principles of transparency and integrity while promoting an institutional environment grounded in integrity, transparency, and compliance aligned with the highest standards of corporate governance and compliance, thereby strengthening operational reliability and efficiency.
Through its sessions, presentations, and interactive booths, the forum showcased best practices in risk management, emergency response scenarios, digital infrastructure protection, and the implementation of high standards of governance and compliance. The event also included recognition of participating entities for their contributions, further enriching knowledge and strengthening WTCO's preparedness to sustain water supplies under various circumstances.
WTCO reaffirmed that organizing the forum and launching the portal form part of its continued efforts to strengthen its institutional practices and uphold high standards of transparency, supporting the achievement of the company's strategic objectives and future aspirations.