2023-07-02 09:57:23
To ensure a lasting economic impact on the communities neighboring its areas of intervention, “Perenco” initially plans to plant a 5,000-foot olive grove on the various production sites.
As part of the strengthening of its CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy, the world leader in the oil sector, “Perenco”, has just inaugurated an innovative project in Tunisia, which aims to promote sustainable development and support communities. local communities, by launching the production of organic olive oil in the region.
On this occasion, an inauguration ceremony of the new organic olive oil production unit “Harimella Olive Oil Company” was held recently in Hammamet, to express the group’s commitment and willingness to diversify its investments. in Tunisia, to encourage local agriculture and help create jobs in the regions.
This ceremony, which brought together government representatives, local farmers and business partners, was also an opportunity to highlight the company’s commitment to Tunisia and to strengthen its links with local stakeholders.
Educational and social initiatives
Indeed, this project will also support educational and social initiatives aimed at strengthening local communities and fostering their long-term development.
“Considered as a key player in the economic dynamic, particularly in the geographical areas where it is established, “Perenco” continues, as part of its CSR strategy, to contribute to socio-economic development through concrete and well-established social responsibility actions. targeted in the field… Whether in the field of the environment, health, education and culture, training and job creation…, the company continues to prove that the social responsibility is the basis of its strategy to help improve the daily lives of local populations through major programs, such as micro-entrepreneurship, training, environmental preservation, etc. Not to mention actions in favor of farmers, schools, hospitals and other various sectors”, underlines the press release of the Franco-British oil and gas company, while adding that by widening its field of action to non-oil sectors, “Perenco” also demonstrates its commitment towards environmental sustainability and positive social impact.
Why the organic olive oil sector?
Indeed, by investing in the organic olive oil sector through the acquisition of this former oil mill, “Perenco” aims to promote Tunisian olive oil as a priority, to stimulate the local economy, to create sustainable jobs and improve the living conditions of farmers and their families.
“Tunisia is renowned for the quality of its olives and olive oil, and “Perenco” is proud to contribute to the promotion of this exceptional product on the international market. Perenco’s organic olive oil will thus be produced according to strict standards of quality and sustainability, thus ensuring an unparalleled taste experience while preserving the environment,” adds the same source.
And according to the president of the group, François Perrodo, this project constitutes an important step in the strategy of the company, which is involved in a resolute manner in the economic and financial development of the country. It is also part of a clear desire to pursue its investments in Tunisia over the next few years.
To achieve its vision, “Perenco” is therefore betting on the necessary certifications to strengthen the reputation of Tunisian olive oil on international markets (EU, USA, Japan, China) which represent the main importing countries of this product, while ensuring quality standards are met to ensure an excellent quality organic product.
A 5,000-foot olive grove on the production sites
In this perspective, and to ensure a lasting economic impact on the communities neighboring its areas of intervention, “Perenco” initially plans to plant a 5,000-foot olive grove on the production sites (Matmata, Douz, El Faouar and Kerkennah). The objective for the oil company is to plant and maintain 20,000 vines over the next three years.
Ultimately, the company remains committed to pursuing its CSR efforts and exploring new opportunities to contribute positively to society and the environment. The company strongly believes in the power of partnership and collaboration to create a sustainable and prosperous future.
“Our goal is to produce organic olive oil in order to encourage local agriculture, enhance Tunisian olive oil, improve the daily lives of Tunisians and create new jobs in the interior regions of the country”, Perrodo adds.
10,000 barrels equivalent per day
Established in 14 countries around the world, “Perenco” strives to create value for its shareholders while contributing to the well-being of local communities and preserving the environment. The group’s strength lies in the technical ingenuity and versatility of its 6,800 employees, who provide safe and environmentally friendly solutions to oil and gas fields around the world.
Present in Tunisia since 2002, “Perenco”, which operates the concessions of El Franig and Baguel (governorate of Kébili), Chergui (Kerkennah) and Ashtart (Gulf of Gabes), today produces 10,000 barrels equivalent per day, making it the third largest private oil operator in the country. A responsible economic player with strong roots in local populations, “Perenco” has developed a large-scale CSR through support for farmers, schools, hospitals and communities. The company also supports Tunisia in reducing its carbon emissions and is committed to energy diversification, as part of its oil and natural gas exploration and production strategy, in order to meet national energy needs.
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