Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC)

Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) is the state-owned national oil company of Kuwait, responsible for all aspects of the oil and gas industry within the country, from exploration and production to refining, marketing, and transportation. KPC is newsworthy due to recent attacks on its infrastructure amidst heightened tensions in the Middle East. Specifically, a drone attack ignited a fire at the Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, and another attack targeted the Al Salmi tanker at Dubai Port, causing a fire that was later contained. These incidents highlight the vulnerability of energy infrastructure in the region and underscore KPC's significance as a key player in global oil supply and its exposure to geopolitical risks. The attacks raise concerns about potential disruptions to oil production and exports, impacting global energy markets.