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Times of Oman

Muscat: National Training Institute (NTI) has announced the launch of ‘NTI TechPro Conference and Awards’.

Supported by forward-thinking businesses, and industry groups, the event will comprise of a conference and awards that will help connect with, as well as honour technicians and companies throughout the Sultanate.

Specifically aimed at technical professionals, NTI TechPro Conference and Awards is being organised under the theme –‘A skilled workforce today, for a sustainable tomorrow’; and aims to further propel the nation’s drive towards the development of a skilled technical workforce.

Lawrence Alva, CEO of NTI stated:“NTI TechPro Conference and Awards has been conceptualised with the aim to provide further impetus to the nation’s ICV agenda, while encouraging Omanis to take up jobs that build their technical prowess; helping boost the development of a technical talent pool in the present, for the future.”

 “The event will serve as the ideal forum for the exchange of ideas on development of technicians within the industry, as well as recognise the most talented technicians in the field for their superior work and dedication. That’s not all, NTI TechPro Conference and Awards will be the perfect platform to discuss important aspects of people development within industries”, he added.

Lawrence Alva further reiterated:“A technically sound workforce is the backbone of an economy and hence fostering its growth is crucial. NTI TechPro Conference and Awards will bring together the nation’s most talented technical minds and businesses, while recognising the efforts of individuals who represent the highest industry standards and principles. We are excited to start this process and look forward to seeing the nation’s finest technicians and companies come together in building a superior future for the Sultanate.”

NTI TechPro Conference and Awards will be open to all major sectors in Oman. The Conference will host eminent speakers and provide in-depth, interactive sessions on the latest industry trends.

The awards will be presented in two separate categories; 1) Major Operators and 2) Contracting and Manufacturing companies in all sectors. In addition, there will be one ‘Young Technician of the Year’. The award winners will be announced at NTI TechPro Conference and Awards that will be held in September 2019.

Kenneth Macfarlane, Partner in Charge of KPMG Lower Gulf’s office in Oman, added: “KPMG Lower Gulf has been associated with the NTI BizPro Awards for over a decade. It is a matter of immense pride for us to be involved in the NTI TechPro Conference and Awards and be on board for evaluating the award submissions. Through a rigorous evaluation and assessment process, we look forward to selecting the most fitting and deserving candidates.”

Atulya Sharma, CEO of UMS Group asserted:“By associating with NTI TechPro Conference and Awards, we reaffirm our promise to recognise local talent and partner with other industry leaders to foster a culture of acknowledging technical prowess to facilitate a new dawn of industrial development.”

“UMS Group has been at the forefront of upholding the Sultanate’s philosophy of building a nation for Omanis by Omanis. We at UMS, not only believe in appreciating local talent but go one step ahead by recruiting and providing the right resources with the environment needed to help them grow in the professional sphere.”

The NTI TechPro Conference and Awards is one of a kind event being held in the Sultanate. It is of immense value to not only the technicians but even the organizations who believe in the philosophy of celebrating Omani talent and appreciating the best minds in the industry.

The organisers would like to invite the stakeholders to the event and show their support for all the young achievers in the technical fields.