In the middle of Oman’s vast interior, where desert roads shape both the landscape and the people who work there, Abdullah Ghadeer al Junaibi built a leadership philosophy defined by clarity, discipline and resilience. Today, as CEO of Saih Al-Rawl Gas Company (SGC), he leads an Omani enterprise that has grown quietly but steadily into a key player supporting the gas and industrial ecosystem across Al Wusta. Behind the large-scale operations that power Oman’s energy and industrial activities, SGC provides LPG, industrial gases, refined salt and vital chemicals to oil fields, industrial zones and community users. It is a company whose presence is felt more than seen — and its leadership story is rooted in the desert itself.
Al Junaibi’s journey into the sector began with a simple curiosity about how energy moves from remote desert fields to the factories, homes and ships that depend on it. Early in his career, he worked in demanding field environments where heat, distance and long hours shaped his understanding of reliability and safety. He often reflects on how those early years taught him lessons that no classroom could match, and those lessons continue to guide his decisions today.
SGC was founded on 21 March 2001, during a period when Oman’s gas infrastructure was still developing and Al Wusta Governorate lacked essential facilities. The company established the governorate’s first LPG plant, then added an industrial gas plant after detailed studies revealed a need among operators in the area. Further studies showed that oil fields required refined industrial salt, prompting SGC to build another facility dedicated to meeting that demand. This steady, problem-solving approach is still the company’s hallmark under Al Junaibi’s leadership. Today, SGC supports upstream operators, logistics corridors, industrial clusters and community-level gas users, reflecting a philosophy of evolving with the country’s needs.
Working in central Oman has always required resilience. The terrain is harsh, weather conditions can change abruptly and logistical routes are long and demanding. Al Junaibi believes that even the smallest oversight in such an environment can quickly become a major issue. Under his leadership, safety is placed before speed and planning before execution. At the same time, he has guided the company through the economic fluctuations that affect demand for industrial gases and chemicals. By managing inventory carefully and building strong client relationships, SGC maintained stability during changing market conditions. For Al Junaibi, the company’s strength lies in its people, who approach every task — from major deliveries to remote field operations — with equal commitment.
To him, Oman Vision 2040 provides a clear direction for strengthening local industry. He emphasises the need for skilled Omani technicians and engineers who understand real industrial environments, stronger partnerships between national operators and local companies, and supportive policies for manufacturing, certification and technology transfer. These factors, he believes, are essential for building an industrial base that is both self-reliant and competitive.
Al Junaibi sees gas as the backbone of Oman’s economy. It supports power generation, LNG, petrochemicals, metals, logistics, food processing and healthcare. Industrial gases such as nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide and argon play an equally crucial role, acting as the invisible infrastructure that keeps factories running. As Oman diversifies, he believes the need for these products will continue to grow, giving SGC an even greater responsibility.
He also observes a shift across the region, with companies seeking dependable local suppliers, embracing digital tools and demanding cleaner, safer industrial solutions. Free zones, logistics hubs and food industries are expanding, increasing demand for industrial gases, while recent global disruptions have placed a new focus on supply-chain resilience.
At the heart of his leadership is a belief in clarity and responsibility. Al Junaibi strives to ensure his team understands why each task matters and feels supported, trusted and accountable. In a sector where safety cannot be compromised, this culture is essential.
Looking ahead, SGC is upgrading its tools, enhancing gas operations and adopting digital platforms to ensure greater efficiency and traceability. The company is also exploring opportunities for expansion that align with the growth of Oman’s industrial and logistics zones.
Despite the challenges of desert operations and shifting markets, Al Junaibi hopes SGC will be remembered as an Omani company that stood firm, worked quietly and upheld safety and quality every day. For him, that would be a legacy worth leaving.
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