MIDDLE EAST standard , something which has been problematic in Iraq in the past .
Investing in Iraq This project is representative of a shift towards focusing on the oil and gas markets in the country following a number of huge and varied projects based around the US military .
SKA handled most of the logistics freight for the US government in a six-year contract and carried out an enormous 180,000-hectare crop spraying scheme in 2006 ; this while being the key fuel supply chain operator .
It now has a fleet of 500 trucks in Iraq moving all kinds of fuel and equipment , and is working with global oil and gas companies including BP and Lukoil . The company ’ s local knowledge and experience is central to its success .
“ Security is a major issue in a lot of our regions ,” Douglas said . “ But 11 years in Iraq has given us the experience to manage our way through a lot of the problems . We have a thorough security plan in place and an extensive evacuation procedure should the need ever arise .
“ Our experience and knowledge of what happens on the ground is our greatest asset – we can foresee issues before they come to us .”
The resoluteness of SKA has played an important part in convincing businesses to invest in Iraq , and Douglas , himself having served in the armed forces , is an active figure at the Iraq British Business Council . This body works tirelessly to
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Number of trucks in Iraq moving all kinds of fuel and equipment
“ 11 years in Iraq has given us the experience to manage our way through a lot of the problems ”
– Mike Douglas
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