BUSINESS REPORTER
MUSCAT, MAY 11
Under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals, Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) and Oman Petroleum and Energy Show (OPES) will take place from May 18 to 20, 2026 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre in Muscat.
Hosted by Petroleum Development Oman and organised by CONNECT, the events reflect the Sultanate of Oman’s accelerating progress towards an integrated energy transition, one that combines sustainability priorities with the continued advancement of the traditional energy sector.
Bringing together the full spectrum of the energy ecosystem under one roof, the events serve as a unified platform for major oil and gas companies, clean energy innovators, technology providers and decision-makers to shape the next phase of the energy transition. This evolving phase is defined not by a divide between conventional and clean energy, but by their integration into a single, balanced system.
Oman Sustainability Week serves as an executive platform covering a wide range of sectors shaping the future of energy, including renewable energy and green hydrogen, water management, waste and environmental services, technology, sustainable transport, sustainable finance and logistics. This integrated approach reflects the breadth of transformation underway across Oman’s economic landscape. With strong participation from leading companies, speakers and experts, OSW continues to strengthen its role as a platform for knowledge exchange, strategic dialogue and the showcase of innovative solutions driving sustainable development.
In this context, Dr Ali al Rajhi, Director General of Planning at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the Steering Committee for Oman Sustainability Week, described the event as a “platform for decisions”, emphasising that the current phase requires a shift from commitments to implementation. He highlighted that the high calibre of participation from leaders, experts and investors reflects the seriousness of Oman’s transformation and its alignment with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.
Running in parallel, Oman Petroleum and Energy Show focuses on enhancing the competitiveness of the hydrocarbons sector through innovation and advanced technologies. Key areas include carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS), digital transformation and low-emission operations, supporting the sector’s continued relevance within a lower-carbon energy future.
Dr Saleh al Anboori, Director General of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production at the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the OPES Organising Committee, noted that this edition represents a pivotal milestone. He explained that OPES’ alignment with Oman Sustainability Week reflects the integration of energy pathways, underscoring that no single energy source can meet global demand. Instead, conventional and clean energy now form part of a unified system supporting a comprehensive sector transition.
Mohammed al Aghbari, External Affairs, Government Relations & Communications Manager, PDO, stated: “As the energy landscape evolves, platforms such as Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) and Oman Petroleum & Energy Show (OPES) are instrumental in advancing a unified vision for the sector’s future. As the host organisation, we are proud to help lead this dialogue — harnessing the expertise of our people to create competitive and responsible hydrocarbon growth to maximise value for Oman and support the nation’s broader sustainability ambitions”.
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