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DRPIC to license LyondellBasell technology for new processing facility
Dutch-based LyondellBasell has announced that it has been selected by the Duqm Refinery and Petrochemical Industries Company (DRPIC) to outfit a new facility in Al Duqm, Oman. LyondellBasell is a...
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Sohar Asphalt inks deal with Chinese firm for Oman’s first bitumen refinery
The construction of Oman’s first bitumen refinery is expected to get underway following the signing of a deal between Sohar Asphalt and China Chemical Hualu Engineering Company (CCHEC). The facility...
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ASAAS signs usufruct agreement to develop Bassah Beach in Musandam, Oman
National Development and Investment Company (ASAAS) has announced the signing of a usufruct agreement with the Office of the Minister of State and Governor of Musandam to develop the Bassah Beach site,...
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SEZD gearing up to handover key Port of Duqm buildings
The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZD) is close to handing over the main buildings in the customs station at the Port of Duqm. The move is said to be part of ensuring the readiness of all facilities...
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Foundation stone laid for new 700-bed hospital is Salalah, Oman
The foundation stone has been laid for a new 700-bed Sultan Qaboos Hospital in Salalah, Oman’s Ministry of Health has announced. The project aims to bring better healthcare to the people of the Dhofar...
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Oman’s Madayn to implement several projects at Nizwa Industrial City
Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) has announced that it is currently working on implementing several projects at Nizwa Industrial City, which will include the expansion of...
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New 3,500 home residential community project announced for Liwa in Oman
An upcoming new residential community project in Oman’s Liwa province will feature 3,500 homes along with other vital amenities, and is being built for those affected by the activities of the Sohar...
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Al Mouj Muscat announces launch of Murooj Lanes
Al Mouj Muscat has announced the launch of Murooj Lanes, a new residential neighbourhood located within the popular Ghadeer District. A public-private venture between the Omani government and the...
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Petronas announces gas production at Oman’s Block 61
Malaysia-based oil and gas company, Petronas has announced the start of production from its Ghazeer gas field – Phase two – located in Oman’s Block 61. This achievement has come three years after the...
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Madayn awards $6.7 million contract for infrastructure works
Oman’s Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) has signed a $6.7 million agreement to implement infrastructure projects within the Samail Industrial City. The contract was made with...
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New rule allows expats in Oman to purchase property in several locations
Oman’s Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has announced that non-Omanis can now purchase units in multi-storey commercial and residential buildings under the usufruct system. The move is expected...
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Amanah launches solar power investment project for Oman mosques
The Amanah Waqf Funds Management Company (AWFMC) has launched an initiative to transform mosques into environment-friendly buildings powered by solar power, and plans to utilise the surplus energy to...
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Oman’s Khazaen completes 96% of phase one infrastructural works
Oman’s latest integrated development, Khazaen Economic City (Khazaen) has completed 96% of phase one infrastructural works, it has been announced. According to reports, a successful mitigation plan...
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Sohar Port to become Oman’s first green hydrogen project
A senior official at Sohar Port and Freezone in Oman has said that it is planning to host a large-scale green hydrogen generation hub powered by solar power plants. The planned facility will create...
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Construction started on Raysut Cement’s $30 million grinding unit in Duqm
Oman’s largest cement manufacturer, Raysut Cement Company (RCC) has announced that it has held the groundbreaking ceremony triggering the start of the construction of its $30 million grinding unit in...
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Petroleum Development Oman, GES to create job opportunities for Omanis
Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) and Gulf Energy SAOC (GES) have announced their partnership arrangement that will generate employment opportunities for around 600 Omanis across GES’ product line and...
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Oman’s construction sector to fall 5.8% in 2021, report says
Oman’s construction industry may have contracted by 10.3% this year due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and other factors, and will also feel the brunt of harsh fiscal consolidation going ahead...
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Sultan of Oman issues directive for water and wastewater regulation
His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik of Oman has issued a directive for the regulation of the water and wastewater sector in the sultanate. As per the decree, Oman Wastewater Services Company shall run...
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Musanada announces completion of irrigation and urban projects in Al Ain
Musanada has announced that it has completed several projects worth $15.8m in Al Ain. The projects were completed in co-ordination with Al Ain City Municipality. According to a statement, the projects...
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Work on several key industrial, economic and infrastructure projects at Sur...
Omani authorities have said that work on a number of industrial, economic and infrastructure-focused projects at Sur Industrial City are set to start early next year. According to a report by the Oman...
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