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New steel fabrication unit to come up in Sohar Freezone

 
MUSCAT: SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a land lease agreement with SCME Projects Pvt Ltd (FZC) LLC, which is establishing a steel fabrication unit within SOHAR Freezone. This agreement is geared towards fostering seamless integration in the mining sector’s business ecosystem and providing comprehensive industrial services like project development to operational support and mechanical maintenance of FAP, effectively reducing construction costs.

With a total investment of $1.3 million and total area of 5,000 sqm, the investment from SCME Projects Pvt Ltd (FZC) LLC highlights the attractiveness of SOHAR Freezone for foreign investors, setting the stage for future foreign direct investment in the region.

Barjesh Kumar Singh, Authorised Manager of SCME Projects Pvt Ltd (FZC) LLC said, “We are excited about this partnership with SOHAR Freezone and the promising opportunities it offers to investors. By leveraging the strategic advantages provided by SOHAR Freezone and its continued growth.

Our comprehensive service platform will offer businesses a streamlined approach to accessing essential services, ultimately enabling them to focus on their core operations and maximise productivity.”

“This signing with SCME Projects Pvt Ltd (FZC) LLC signifies our unwavering commitment to driving economic development and fostering a self-sustaining industrial ecosystem,” said Haitham al Omairi, Business Development Manager of SOHAR Port and Freezone.

“This agreement will significantly enhance our value proposition in establishing a dynamic ecosystem, facilitating the provision of specialised technical services to both current and prospective clients, thereby optimising operational cost-effectiveness and maximising mutual growth opportunities.”