Nama Power & Water Procurement Company (PWP), Oman, has announced the list of applicants for the development o ..Read More

Nama Power & Water Procurement Company (PWP), Oman, has announced the list of applicants for the development of Misfah IPP in Muscat and Duqm IPP in Al Wusta. The two combined cycle gas turbine power plants, with a total capacity of 2,400 MW, will be developed in partnership with the private sector. Notable applicants include ACWA Power, Marubeni Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, and Samsung C&T. The projects, issued under a build-own-operate model, follow PWP’s December 2024 Expression of Interest to enhance Oman’s energy security and sustainability.
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Nama Water Services, Oman, signed a RO 55 million agreement with Al Tayer Engineering to develop a water purif ..Read More

Nama Water Services, Oman, signed a RO 55 million agreement with Al Tayer Engineering to develop a water purification plant at Wadi Dayqah Dam, Qurayyat, under a 20-year Build, Own, Operate (BOO) model. The plant, with a 65,000 m³/day capacity, will supply 35,000 m³/day to Nama’s network and 30,000 m³/day for agricultural irrigation, supporting food security. It aims to enhance water security, reduce desalination costs, and ensure reliable water supply during emergencies, contributing to Oman Vision 2040 and targeting net-zero emissions by 2050. The project mandates 50% Omanization and will create over 100 indirect jobs.
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Oman National Engineering & Investment Company (ONEIC) has been awarded a contract worth OMR 13.4 million by O ..Read More

Oman National Engineering & Investment Company (ONEIC) has been awarded a contract worth OMR 13.4 million by Oman Electricity Transmission Company to construct the Mahadha 220kV Grid Station on an EPC basis, with an 18-month duration. This project is part of ONEIC’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its expertise and capabilities in the engineering sector.
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Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology signed three strategic agreements t ..Read More

Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology signed three strategic agreements to enhance road, port, and maritime services. The agreements include a 30-km Izki-Nizwa dual carriageway project with Galfar Engineering, the development of a quarry transport port in Shaleem with Manji International Ports, and an investment framework with ILS Oman to boost ship supply and crew change activities at Port Sultan Qaboos, aligning with its role as a tourist destination.
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GS Inima has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the 6.5 MWp Barka 5 Photovoltaic (PV) Plant in Oman, ..Read More

GS Inima has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the 6.5 MWp Barka 5 Photovoltaic (PV) Plant in Oman, aimed at integrating renewable energy into its desalination operations. Construction will begin soon, with the plant expected to be operational by Q1 2026, supplying 11% of the facility's electricity needs until June 30, 2044. This initiative highlights GS Inima’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability in water treatment.
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OQ Exploration & Production SAOG (OQEP), Oman, has signed an Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPS ..Read More

OQ Exploration & Production SAOG (OQEP), Oman, has signed an Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) for Block-54 with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals of Oman. OQEP will hold a 60% interest and operate the block, while Genel Energy will hold the remaining 40%. A Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) has been formalized, and the agreements will take effect once ratified by a Royal Decree. The block is currently under exploration with geological studies, seismic surveys, and exploratory drilling.
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Oman’s Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has invited bids for consultancy se ..Read More

Oman’s Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has invited bids for consultancy services to develop a cold chains integrated economic cluster at the Special Economic Zone in Duqm. Tender documents can be purchased until March 18, 2025, with bid submissions due by April 17, 2025, via the Isnad platform. The project aims to enhance cold chain infrastructure, boost Omani export competitiveness, and improve storage and distribution of perishable goods like food and pharmaceuticals, reducing waste and ensuring better quality.
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Khimji Ramdas LLC and JV partner Archimedes Marine Engineering & Contracting LLC signed a OMR 28 million agree ..Read More

Khimji Ramdas LLC and JV partner Archimedes Marine Engineering & Contracting LLC signed a OMR 28 million agreement with Oman's Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries Wealth, and Water Resources to develop a Multipurpose Fishery Port in Masirah, South Al Sharqiyah. The project includes a 4,172m breakwater, port basin deepening (5.0–7.0m), 1,100m skiff beach, and 13 floating pontoons for skiff boat and yacht berthing. The agreement was signed in the presence of government officials and company executives.
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