PV Gas marks 34th anniversary with ‘daring’ commitment to green, sustainable growth

By Hai Yen
Tue, September 24, 2024 | 4:20 pm GMT+7

PetroVietnam Gas Joint Stock Corporation (PV Gas) has reaffirmed its “Dare to think, dare to act” motto as it navigates a challenging transitional period that also presents growth opportunities.

The reaffirmation was made during a celebration of its 34th anniversary (September 20, 1990 - September 20, 2024), which highlighted significant achievements that have underscored robust growth of Vietnam’s gas industry.

Company leaders remarked that the transitional period it has entered was a “pivotal moment” that PV Gas will tackle with a spirit of innovation and collaboration, guided by its “One team, one goal” approach.

PV Gas will capitalize on emerging opportunities and lay the foundation for even more sustainable and dynamic growth in the future, the leaders asserted.

The celebratory ceremony was attended by to executives including PV Gas chairman Nguyen Thanh Binh, general director Pham Van Phong, board members, representatives from member units and representatives of over 3,000 employees.

 PV Gas has actively supported the northern region in dealing with the impacts of natural disasters. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

PV Gas has actively supported the northern region in dealing with the impacts of natural disasters. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

Before the ceremony commenced, the PV Gas board called on employees to share difficulties and assist those in the northern provinces and cities hit by the recent typhoon and flooding.

They encouraged staff to help stabilize the lives of those impacted, either by directly offering support or by scanning a QR code linked to a donation box in the hall.

A short film titled “LNG – green energy journey” was screened at the solemn ceremony, accompanied by melodies that evoked the rhythm of dedicated labor.

The significant milestone of transporting LNG to the north by rail and successfully completing a strategy of energy product integration nationwide was highlighted at the event.

Its recent achievements serve as a critical foundation for PV Gas to further develop its gas product value chain, enhancing its ability to meet diverse needs of the market, executives said

Delivering the opening speech, PV Gas general director Pham Van Phong said the company honored and valued the continuous efforts and dedication of multiple generations of executives and employees.

PV Gas general director Pham Van Phong delivers the opening speech at the corporation’s 34th anniversary celebrations. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

PV Gas general director Pham Van Phong delivers the opening speech at the corporation’s 34th anniversary celebrations. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

Overcoming numerous challenges, PV Gas has consistently excelled in fulfilling the tasks assigned by the Party, the State, and parent firm Vietnam Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam).

Phong reaffirmed that with its vision and pioneering role in the Vietnamese gas sector, the company will relentlessly puruse its “Green Energy Journey.”

He said PV Gas would continue focusing on promoting investment in and trading of LNG, positioning it as a new growth engine.

The company has also begun exploring viable ways for producing and blending zero-emission gas products, contributing to the country’s green transition and the government’s pledge of net-zero emissions by 2050 made at the COP26 summit.

Both executives and other employees are determined to abide by the motto of “dare to think, dare to act” as they turn the firm’s strategic goals into reality, demonstrating dynamism, flexibility, and adaptability to market trends, Phong said.

He expressed confidence of the PV Gas board that with decisive leadership and synchronized and efficient operations, the company will continue to overcome challenges, seize opportunities and successfully fulfil its plans for 2024 and beyond.

“PV Gas remains committed to carrying forward the proud legacy and mission of previous generations,” he said.

With all employees upholding the proud tradition of their units and working hand-in-hand, PV Gas will emerge as an even stronger entity, worthy of the trust of the Party, the State, the Vietnam Oil and Gas Group, and the aspirations of previous generations, he added.

Tran Xuan Thanh, chairman of PV Gas's trade union, speaks at the ceremony held to celebrate the firm’s 34th anniversary. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

Tran Xuan Thanh, chairman of PV Gas's trade union, speaks at the ceremony held to celebrate the firm’s 34th anniversary. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

Tran Xuan Thanh, chairman of the PV Gas trade union, expressed his pride in being part of the PV Gas family. He also extended his gratitude to past leaders for their support of the workforce and reaffirmed their commitment to standing alongside executives in the ongoing journey of growth and development.

The 34th anniversary ceremony highlighted “deep gratitude” to leaders, partners, shareholders and the workforce, all of whom have played a crucial role in the company’s prosperous growth.

 PV Gas leaders and employees celebrate 34 years of pioneering achievements. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

PV Gas leaders and employees celebrate 34 years of pioneering achievements. Photo courtesy of PV Gas.

It also declared that PV Gas was entering a new chapter “with renewed determination and confidence, poised to conquer future stages of development with unwavering resolve.”

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