Oman LNG commits RO 3 million in funding for second phase of Sur Park

BUSINESS REPORTER

MUSCAT, FEB 13 As part of its efforts to sustain the environment’s unique biodiversity and transform the coastal landscape of Sur, Oman LNG has pledged RO 3 million in funding support for the implementation of the second phase of the Sur Public Park, in collaboration with the South Sharqiyah Governor’s Office.

The gesture commemorates the Royal Decree issued by the late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos on February 9, 1994 formally establishing the company.

As a public facility, the park will attract residents and visitors of Sur and South Sharqiyah Governorate in general. It is planned to operate as a self-sustaining enterprise, providing exceptional opportunities for entrepreneurship. Additionally, the park will boost the tourism sector in this historic governorate.

The second phase of Sur Public Park builds on earlier support where Oman LNG had funded detailed consultancy services for the design phase of the park, taking into consideration a number of important factors to accommodate all community needs.

Dr Yahya al Ma'awali- Governor of South Sharqiyah- said: “It gives us a great pleasure to continue the exceptional relationship and collaboration with Oman LNG, through supporting various social responsibility programmes and projects. Sur Public Park is an additional vital project and comes as a testimony to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's call to enhance and develop services across the governorates of Oman. Additionally, such project will accommodate many benefits from social, economic and touristic spectrums that will offer to people and tourists."

Talal al Awfi, Chairman of Oman LNG, said: “As a responsible company, Oman LNG and its shareholders are determined to continue to play its pioneering role in the socio-economic fabric of the Sultanate and meeting community's aspirations. This initiative allows us to march in step with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s call for the development of the governorates, which also aligns with the government’s vision for the future as articulated in Oman’s Vision 2040.”