Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Gulf SQAS Questionnaire has been updated and revised
GULF SQAS
The G-SQAS Questionnaire has been enhanced to strengthen evaluation across Management Systems, Transport, Warehousing, and Tank Cleaning. By integrating regional needs and global best practices, it ensures improved safety, compliance, and operational excellence throughout the Gulf's petrochemical logistics sector.
Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Gulf Sustainability & Quality Assessment System
GULF SQAS
System to evaluate the quality, safety, security and environmental performance of logistics service providers in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire.
Operation Clean Sweep
GULF SQAS
As GPCA continues to promote best environmental practices, safe working conditions and enhance sustainability within the GCC polymer supply chains, we’re proud to steward Operation Clean Sweep.

GULF SQAS Modules

GULF SQAS assessment does not lead to a certificate but offers a detailed factual report which each chemical company needs to evaluate according to its own requirements.

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Core

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Transport services

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Warehouse

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Tank Cleaning

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Introduction

GULF SQAS (Sustainability & Quality Assessment System) is a system to evaluate the environmental, health, safety, security and quality performance of logistics service providers (LSPs) in a uniform manner by single standardized assessments carried out by independent assessors using a standard questionnaire. A GULF SQAS assessment does not lead to a certificate but offers a detailed factual report which each chemical company needs to evaluate according to its own requirements.

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Assessment Process

Description

The GULF SQAS guidelines

The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), centrally manages the system and ensures its integrity and success

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Gulf SQAS downloads

Download the Pre-Assessment Document (PAD), the core and module questionnaires

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The GULF SQAS assessors

The assessments are performed by professional assessors who are trained and accredited by GPCA

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The electronic database of assessment reports

The assessment reports are stored in a central database, split per module

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GULF SQAS member
companies

In order to ensure an ongoing sustainable operation of GULF SQAS

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Start your Gulf SQAS assessment

Any logistics company who considers to undertake an assessment

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Abstract submission for the GULF SQAS Workshop

April 16,2025

Submit your abstract for the inaugural GULF SQAS Workshop, taking place on 26 May 2025 at the Sofitel Dubai Downtown, in conjunction with the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference. This is your opportunity to contribute to shaping best practices in logistics and supply chain assessment across the region.

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Get ready for the Gulf SQAS Workshop!

April 16,2025

Join us for the inaugural Gulf SQAS Workshop on 26 May 2025 at the Sofitel Dubai Downtown. Held in conjunction with the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference, taking place from 27-28 May 2025 at the Address Sky View Hotel, Dubai, UAE.

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Gulf SQAS Questionnaire Update

April 11,2025

The Gulf SQAS (G-SQAS) Questionnaire has been updated and revised to enhance assessment criteria across Core (Management System), Transport Services, Warehouse Operations, and Tank Cleaning. Incorporating feedback from the main European SQAS questionnaire, Manufacturing companies, Logistics Service Providers and Certification Bodies, these improvements ensure better alignment with regional industrial requirements while strengthening compliance, safety, and operational performance in the Gulf's petrochemical sector. GPCA remains committed to fostering continuous improvement and upholding the highest industry standards across the chemical and petrochemical value chain.

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Gulf SQAS Workshop

March 15,2025

The Gulf Sustainability and Quality Assessment System (Gulf SQAS) is a strategic initiative designed to assess the environmental, health, safety, security, and quality (EHSS&Q) performance of logistics service providers (LSPs) through a standardized, independent evaluation process. By ensuring a uniform and objective assessment framework, Gulf SQAS supports the continuous improvement of supply chain operations across the petrochemical and chemical industries

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GULF SQAS program enhancement

September 16,2020

Please note the GULF SQAS Committee have implemented an additional requirement whereby assessed companies shall not be able to download the GULF SQAS attestation without prior submission of their improvement plan. This change is aimed at encouraging LSPs to pro-actively and transparently work on identified assessment gaps, thus following the principles of Responsible Care, to drive continuous improvement in environment, health, safety, security and quality performance.

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Responsible Care for LSPs

September 16,2020

GPCA extends a very warm welcome to its logistic service provider members on completing the responsible care program prerequisites and joining the responsible care family. The conditions in order to be recognized as a Responsible Care® company, are as follows:

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Message Board

Abstract submission for the GULF SQAS Workshop

Submit your abstract for the inaugural GULF SQAS Workshop, taking place on 26 May 2025 at the Sofitel Dubai Downtown, in conjunction with the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference. This is your opportunity to contribute to shaping best practices in logistics and supply chain assessment across the region.

Get ready for the Gulf SQAS Workshop!

Join us for the inaugural Gulf SQAS Workshop on 26 May 2025 at the Sofitel Dubai Downtown. Held in conjunction with the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference, taking place from 27-28 May 2025 at the Address Sky View Hotel, Dubai, UAE.

Gulf SQAS Questionnaire Update

The Gulf SQAS (G-SQAS) Questionnaire has been updated and revised to enhance assessment criteria across Core (Management System), Transport Services, Warehouse Operations, and Tank Cleaning. Incorporating feedback from the main European SQAS questionnaire, Manufacturing companies, Logistics Service Providers and Certification Bodies, these improvements ensure better alignment with regional industrial requirements while strengthening compliance, safety, and operational performance in the Gulf's petrochemical sector. GPCA remains committed to fostering continuous improvement and upholding the highest industry standards across the chemical and petrochemical value chain.

Gulf SQAS Workshop

The Gulf Sustainability and Quality Assessment System (Gulf SQAS) is a strategic initiative designed to assess the environmental, health, safety, security, and quality (EHSS&Q) performance of logistics service providers (LSPs) through a standardized, independent evaluation process. By ensuring a uniform and objective assessment framework, Gulf SQAS supports the continuous improvement of supply chain operations across the petrochemical and chemical industries

GULF SQAS program enhancement

Please note the GULF SQAS Committee have implemented an additional requirement whereby assessed companies shall not be able to download the GULF SQAS attestation without prior submission of their improvement plan. This change is aimed at encouraging LSPs to pro-actively and transparently work on identified assessment gaps, thus following the principles of Responsible Care, to drive continuous improvement in environment, health, safety, security and quality performance.

Responsible Care for LSPs

GPCA extends a very warm welcome to its logistic service provider members on completing the responsible care program prerequisites and joining the responsible care family. The conditions in order to be recognized as a Responsible Care® company, are as follows:

Read more

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