Bahla: Sohar Aluminium has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bahla Cultural Centre for Science and Innovation to support the construction of the centre, which is set to become a key cultural landmark enriching the intellectual and social landscape of the Wilayat of Bahla in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate. The initiative comes within the company’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility and sustainable community development.
The MoU signing ceremony took place in the presence of Shaikh Said bin Ali al Nuaimi, Wali of Bahla, along with officials and representatives from both parties. The agreement was signed by Jameel Mohammed Shakeel, Corporate Communications and Social Responsibility Manager at Sohar Aluminium, and Hilal bin Saeed al Yahyaei, Chairman of the Centre’s Founders Board.
The Bahla Cultural Centre for Science and Innovation will be constructed on a 2,000-square-metre site and will comprise two floors. Facilities will include multipurpose halls for meetings and exhibitions, a library, and various spaces to support community and cultural activities.
Ahmed bin Mohammed al Kharusi, General Manager of Human Resources and Corporate Affairs at Sohar Aluminium, affirmed the company’s dedication to sustainable development. “Culture is an integral part of a community’s identity, and at Sohar Aluminium, we are proud of our partnership with the Bahla Cultural Centre for Science and Innovation, given its positive role in promoting cultural identity and preserving authentic Omani heritage,” he said.
Hilal bin Saeed al Yahyaei, Chairman of the Founders Board, noted that the centre will help expand the institution’s cultural programmes and enable the hosting of community events for various segments of society. He added that the centre’s contribution will have a tangible impact on educational and cultural growth in the wilayat, while opening new opportunities for youth to explore and develop their talents and skills.
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