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case (TRC). The company’s safety record proves
“Goal Zero” is achievable to ensure everyone
goes home safely to their families and loved
ones. BGC also scored 99.85 per cent in the area
of vessel reliability, highlighting BGC’s ability to
safely deliver LNG cargoes overseas on time.
At the centre of its localisation initiative is
BGC’s Bruneianisation Programme. The company
seeks to employ and develop local talents in the
maritime industry, with locals making up 90 per
cent of its workforce.
Behind every safe and reliable operation is
BGC’s most important asset – its people. BGC
focusses on developing Bruneian seafarers
according to international standards from cadet
level all the way up to senior management,
making them marketable in the global arena.
BGC currently employs three local captains
and six chief engineers. The company also aims
to set the benchmark for local mariners and
engineers who will be the backbone of Brunei’s
marine industry. Grooming local talents will
one day result in them becoming senior marine
professionals who will drive Brunei’s economy.
External mindset
While BGC focusses on developing local
leadership, the company maintains an external
mindset. BGC ensures their staff are updated
with the latest development and practices in
the maritime industry. This strategy is in line
with BGC’s aim to be the leading developer of
local shipping and maritime skills, in support of
Brunei Vision 2035.
As part of its ongoing commitment in promoting
In-Country Value, BGC also supports the
i-Usahawan initiative in collaboration with
MEMI. The company supports young Bruneian
entrepreneurs to start and grow their own
businesses, propose innovative ideas and build
confidence in tendering and eventually bidding
for larger scale projects.
Looking ahead, BGC aims to complete its ship
management transition to become a fully-
fledged ship manager by 2020. BGC also targets
to diversify its business, provide their maritime
expertise to develop local talents and establish
itself as a centre of maritime excellence.