Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz has exposed the vulnerability of global trade to a single maritime chokepoint, with early data showing sharp falls in exports of energy, fertilizers and industrial products, the United Nations said in its report on Tuesday. The analysis focuses on 12 energy, fertilizer, and industrial products for which Hormuz-dependent economies […]
MUSCAT: The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has identified Oman as one of the Middle East’s most promising emerging industrial economies, highlighting Oman’s efforts to leverage its clean energy transition to build a globally competitive manufacturing base centred on photovoltaic (PV) technologies rather than remaining solely a consumer of renewable energy equipment. In its […]
MUSCAT, JUNE 27 An ambitious Green Park integrating green metals, green manufacturing and a silica-based industrial cluster is planned for development at the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD). Initiated by the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ), the hub is envisioned as a co-located industrial ecosystem linking mineral extraction, processing, […]
SUWAIQ: Madayn has stepped up efforts to attract investment to Suwaiq Industrial City, showcasing opportunities in the emerging industrial hub as part of Oman’s broader drive to diversify the economy and expand industrial activity. The Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) hosted an introductory meeting with investors and business owners to highlight the advantages and […]
MUSCAT, JUNE 7 The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP), represented by the Directorate General of Industry, launched the first phase of the “Kafa’a” National Manufacturing Programme on Sunday, June 7, as part of Oman Industry Day 2026. This initiative aims to advance the industrial sector, preparing it for smart manufacturing and the […]
