Oman has officially launched the Greater Muscat Structure Plan, a landmark urban strategy that lays out a bold vision to transform the capital region into one of the Middle East’s most sustainable, connected and competitive metropolitan areas.
Dhofar Governorate signed a RO4 million ($10.4 million) contract with Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals to develop Ateen Natural Park, a 270,000-square-meter integrated tourism and leisure destination in Salalah offering nature, relaxation, and family-friendly attractions.
DP World has hosted a high-level delegation from the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) of Oman to review progress on the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone and discuss the next stages of development.
Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion will begin implementing the provisions of the new regulatory framework for fuel filling stations, issued under Ministerial Decision No. (142/2025), effective Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority, in cooperation with the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, has exempted cargo trucks arriving from Oman and operating within the approved logistics corridor routes from toll gate fee across the Emirate of Sharjah.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service to Salalah, introducing a direct connection between Abu Dhabi and Oman's southern coastal city.
Asyad Shipping, a subsidiary of Asyad Group, has named two new liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers, Muscat LNG and Musandam LNG, marking a key expansion of Oman’s maritime fleet and strengthening its role in global energy transport.
Abu Dhabi-based BILDCO is studying a strategic logistics project in Oman aimed at developing an integrated logistics hub at the Port of Salalah, alongside a collection and operations centre in Sohar.
Oman Petroleum & Energy Show (OPES) 2026 and Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) 2026 concluded a high-impact three-day run at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, reinforcing Oman’s growing role as a regional hub for energy transition, sustainability, and industrial innovation.
Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals signed two agreements to improve energy efficiency in government buildings under its net-zero programme. It also expanded the “Meezan” platform through partnerships with national companies and institutions.
