Ooredoo, Qatarโs premier telecommunications provider, has announced an expansion of its partnership with Seashore Group, an e-waste disposal and recycling service provider. This collaboration underscores a joint commitment to environmental responsibility and the sustainable management of electronic waste in Qatar.
The boosted partnership was formalized via the signing of an agreement for the recycling and CSR activities of common interests, marking a significant step in Ooredooโs efforts to further integrate sustainability into its operational practices. This initiative aligns with Ooredooโs ongoing commitment to spearhead digital transformation while fostering sustainable practices that have a positive societal and environmental impact.
Industry sources added that as part of the new initiative and signed agreement, Ooredoo Qatar will boost its e-waste collection, disposal, and recycling processes, while Seashore Group will continue to lend its expertise in responsibly managing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), ensuring that the e-waste generated from Ooredooโs operations is processed in an environmentally sound manner.
Industry sources further added that this partnership will also comprise a series of e-waste collection initiatives, employee engagement programs, and public awareness campaigns focused on promoting the vitality of responsible e-waste recycling.
In a statement, Sheikh Ali bin Jaber Al Thani Chief Executive Officer at Ooredoo Qatar, stressed the vitality of the collaboration: “Our partnership with Seashore Group is a pivotal element of our sustainability strategy. It demonstrates our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and leverages collective action to enhance our contributions. Together, we are setting a benchmark for sustainable business practices in the region and helping to cultivate a culture of sustainability that benefits both our community and the planet.”
As stated by Mr. Salem Saeed Al-Mohannadi, CEO of Seashore Group “At Seashore Group, we share Ooredoo Qatar’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and recognize the collective impact we can achieve through collaboration. Our partnership indeed sets a benchmark for sustainable business practices, demonstrating our dedication to fostering a culture of sustainability that extends benefits to our community and the planet at large. We look forward to continuing our joint efforts and furthering our shared goals of environmental responsibility and sustainableย development.”
