SOHAR Port and Freezone a pioneer in clean energy and hydrogen trade
As the world intensifies efforts to decarbonise, ports are increasingly crucial in developing clean energy trade corridors.
Future Fund Oman unveils projects worth RO 830 million
Muscat: Future Fund Oman (FFO), the newest investment fund of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA), has rolled out an initial package of projects for implementation as collaborative initiatives involving international investors and local companies.
Oman regains investment grade rating ‘BBB-‘
New York – Standard & Poor’s has raised the Sultanate of Oman’s credit rating to “BBB-” from “BB+” with a stable outlook, in its second report, due to the country’s improved financial performance.
OIA targets opportunities across Oman’s hydrogen value chain
MUSCAT: Oman Investment Authority (OIA) says it is poised to play a significant role across key facets of the hydrogen value chain with the goal of unlocking its full potential for investment and economic development in Oman.
Development of new SEZs, industrial zones makes headway across Oman
MUSCAT, JULY 14 As many as eight clusters, earmarked by the Omani government for development into Special Economic Zones, Free Zones and Industrial Cities, are currently in various stages of design and early development around the Sultanate of Oman, according to the Public Authority for Special Econ
Wheat production in Oman surges 300%
MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman has witnessed a staggering 300% surge in wheat production from 2018 to 2023, reflecting the nation’s dedication to enhancing agricultural productivity and food security.
Oman’s first hydroponic farm set in luxury Jabal Akhdar hotel
MUSCAT: Oman’s first hydroponic farm has been unveiled at a distinctive location: the Alila Jabal Akhdar, a luxury hotel set amid the lofty summits of Al Jabal Al Akhdar in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate.
OPAZ achieves record signing agreements in 2023
The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) achieved record signing agreements in 2023, reflecting a robust commitment to economic growth and development. With cumulative investments reaching over RO 19.
Oman’s shrimp farming sector eyes $1.6 billion strategic deal
MUSCAT: Underscoring the exponential growth potential of Oman’s shrimp aquaculture industry, a key state-backed player is set to forge a mega-scale partnership with an international company in a deal valued at an estimated $1.6 billion.
Oman aims to become a global energy source: OIA
Abdulsalam bin Mohammed al Murshidi, President of Oman Investment Authority (OIA), emphasised Oman’s pioneering role in clean energy development, stressing in particular the country’s ambitions to evolve into a global source of green energy.
Added value of private enterprises in Oman reaches RO 8.85 billion
MUSCAT: The total value added of private sector enterprises actively operating in the Sultanate of Oman for Q4 2023 amounted to RO 8.85 billion, according to preliminary statistics released by the National Center for Statistics and Information.
Pact signed to develop wave energy in Oman
MUSCAT: Norwegian wave energy specialist Havkraft AS has signed an agreement with Asyad Group – the Omani state-owned integrated shipping and logistics group – to explore the potential to harness wave energy for the first time in the Sultanate of Oman.