MUSCAT, FEB 25
Nama Water Services has launched a series of 27 strategic projects worth over RO 700 million to enhance Oman's water and wastewater infrastructure. These projects, which contribute RO 193 million to in-country value (ICV), align with Oman Vision 2040, supporting sustainability and national development.
The company also announced a major Omanisation initiative, creating 885 jobs in contractor firms operating in the water sector. The announcement was made during a ceremony on February 25, 2025, under the auspices of Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources.
STRENGTHENING WATER SECURITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Qais bin Saud al Zakwani, CEO of Nama Water Services, highlighted the company’s ongoing efforts to expand and modernise Oman’s water infrastructure.
"Nama Water Services is implementing projects that strengthen water and wastewater networks across the governorates we serve — from Musandam to Al Wusta. These 27 projects, worth over RO 700 million, are essential for increasing network coverage beyond 72.80% and expanding service access to more than 937,970 subscribers," he said.
The CEO also underscored the company’s commitment to quality, achieving a 99.22% compliance rate in water quality. Additionally, Nama Water Services is aligning with Oman’s carbon neutrality goals for 2050, supporting environmental priorities under Oman Vision 2040.
OMANISATION INITIATIVE: 885 NEW JOBS
As part of its national workforce development strategy, Nama Water Services has introduced an Omanisation initiative through long-term contracts with service providers, creating 885 jobs across partner companies in operations and maintenance.
"This initiative, in collaboration with the Public Services Sector Governance Committee and the Ministry of Labour’s Training and Development Centre, has increased Omanisation rates in these companies from 55% to 84%," said Al Zakwani.
He added that the programme covers all governorates, with 200 jobs in Muscat and the rest distributed across other regions. The initiative is being rolled out in two phases, with the first phase already completed in December, while the second phase will be announced soon.
SIGNING OF FOUR MAJOR PROJECT AGREEMENTS
During the event, four new project agreements were signed:
a. Nama Water Services & Galfar — Water distribution networks in Ibri, Yanqul, and Dhank (Al Dhahirah Governorate — Package 1).
b. Nama Water Services & Egyptian Contractors — Water networks in Ibri, Yanqul, and Dhank (Al Dhahirah Governorate — Package 2).
c. Nama Water Services & Hona Global Industries — Water networks in Samayil and Izki (Al Dakhiliyah Governorate).
d. Nama Water Services & Target Company — Sewage networks in Al Ansab (Package B7D).
These projects mark a significant step in Oman’s water infrastructure development, ensuring reliability, sustainability and enhanced service coverage for future generations.
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