Pact to launch pilot fish peed production project

MUSCAT: Tuhlub Al Mustadama, an Omani start-up and member of the Zubair Enterprise Development Centre (Zubair EDC), has signed a cooperation agreement with Simak to implement a pilot project for fish feed production. The agreement was signed by Zahir Al Alawi, Founder of Tuhlub Al Mustadama, and Abdulaziz Al Yaqoubi, Supply Chain Manager on behalf of Simak.

The agreement marks an important milestone for Tuhlub Al Mustadama, an innovative company focused on the green economy and environmental sustainability. The company harnesses locally available algae and seaweed resources to develop high-quality aquaculture feed, contributing to food security and the development of Oman's blue economy.

The pilot project will leverage Simak's infrastructure and industrial expertise in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm to support the development and production of locally sourced, sustainable solutions that address the evolving needs of the aquaculture sector.

Commenting on the agreement, Zahir Al Alawi, Founder of Tuhlub Al Mustadama, said: "This agreement with Simak marks a significant milestone for Tuhlub Al Mustadama, taking our sustainable fish feed project from research and development into pilot implementation and paving the way for an Omani product with the potential for commercial-scale production. Through this collaboration, we aim to develop feed using locally available resources, supporting food security while enhancing the competitiveness of Oman's aquaculture sector and blue economy."

The pilot project aims to demonstrate the product's efficiency, consistency, and potential for industrial-scale production by combining the operational and technical capabilities of both parties. Simak will provide the production environment, operational services, and available raw materials, while Tuhlub Al Mustadama will oversee the technical aspects of the project, including feed formulation, nutritional analysis, production supervision, and testing.

Ali Shaker, Head of ESG & Sustainability at The Zubair Corporation, said: "We are proud of the achievements of Zubair EDC's members, which demonstrate the importance of empowering Omani entrepreneurs and supporting them in transforming innovative ideas into scalable businesses.”