MUSCAT: Oman Cables Industry celebrated the laying of the foundation stone for its third manufacturing plant, with an investment exceeding RO 10 million in Al Rusayl Industrial City.
The event was held under the auspices of Eng Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals.
This comes as part of its strategic investment programme exceeding RO 15 million in recent years, aimed at developing the next generation of industrial and manufacturing capabilities in the Sultanate of Oman, and enhancing the company's capacity to keep pace with the growing needs of the energy and infrastructure sectors in Oman and the region.
The third plant represents more than just an expansion of manufacturing capacity for Oman Cables Industry; it constitutes an investment in the company's future manufacturing ecosystem through the deployment of artificial intelligence-powered technologies to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational sustainability, while focusing on developing Omani talent and preparing national leaders.
The project embodies Oman Cables Industry's firm commitment to the Sultanate of Oman and its support for the targets of Oman Vision 2040 by enhancing the competitiveness of the industrial sector and contributing to the transition towards more efficient infrastructure with lower environmental impact, in line with energy transition requirements.
The third plant will contribute to developing the company's advanced manufacturing capabilities and building upon its established technical expertise.
As an advanced industrial facility, the plant houses the first cable manufacturing tower in Oman and the first of its kind in Al Rusayl, standing at a height of 42 metres, along with capabilities to handle cable drums exceeding four metres in diameter and handling drum weights of up to 50 tonnes, establishing a manufacturing system capable of keeping pace with increasing demands in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
The design of the new plant is built on a smarter and more interconnected industrial concept through the deployment of an integrated digital ecosystem across various manufacturing stages.
This ecosystem includes a manufacturing operations management system, AI-powered predictive maintenance technologies, and AI-enhanced quality control systems, allowing clearer visibility and greater control over production processes.
Additionally, safety considerations are integrated into all stages of plant development, from design through to operation, through AI-powered forklift safety systems, real-time safety indicator monitoring and reporting, alongside the application of lean manufacturing standards and (6S) methodologies.
Sustainability forms an integral part of this approach, based on more than 50 initiatives in energy efficiency and circular economy across company operations, supporting its direction towards low-carbon manufacturing and solidifying sustainability practices across various stages of its industrial operations.
This investment places Omani talent at the core of its priorities, as the third plant is expected to create more than 60 new job opportunities, alongside developing technical, professional, and leadership skills, and preparing national cadres to keep pace with rapid transformations in the industrial sector. - ONA
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