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MUSCAT: Labour cooperation between the Sultanate of Oman and the Philippines is entering a more dynamic phase, underpinned by strong institutional coordination, shared policy priorities and a renewed...

MUSCAT, APRIL 28Nama Water Services (NWS), the state-owned integrated water and wastewater utility of the Sultanate of Oman, has accelerated infrastructure delivery and operational efficiency,...

Oman’s real estate sector is entering a more mature and disciplined phase, underpinned by structural reforms, evolving investor preferences and steady non-oil economic growth. The market is...

MUSCAT, APRIL 26The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has signed investment agreements exceeding RO 200 million to establish a portfolio of industrial projects across...

MUSCAT: Oman-based hospitality technology startup Fascano has raised $10 million to accelerate its regional expansion and strengthen its cloud-based platform, as hotels and restaurants across the...

MUSCAT, APRIL 15OQ Exploration and Production (OQEP) has signed an Asset Sale and Purchase Agreement (ASPA) to acquire a 35 per cent non-operated participating interest in Block 27, further...

MUSCAT, APRIL 15AeroVecto Aviation Services has signed a letter of intent with Australia-based Skyportz to introduce and test AeroBerm vertipad technology in Oman, as part of early efforts to assess...

MUSCAT, APRIL 14The Sultanate of Oman is moving to deepen its aviation value chain with plans to establish a fully integrated aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility, alongside the...

MUSCAT, APRIL 13Oman Airports delivered a strong financial and operational performance in 2025, underpinned by steady passenger growth, improved cost discipline and expanding international...

MUSCAT, APRIL 13Oman's national carrier, Oman Air, has reported a significant turnaround in its financial and operational performance, carrying 5.8 million passengers in 2025 and achieving...

MUSCAT, APRIL 12The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) continues to strengthen its position as a key investment and industrial hub, supported by cumulative committed investments reaching RO 6.394...

MUSCAT, APRIL 6Oman’s crude oil production is set to reach 821,000 barrels per day (bpd) in May 2026 following a fresh Opec+ adjustment aimed at reinforcing market stability amid evolving global...

MUSCAT, APRIL 6The Sultanate of Oman has completed a fully integrated solar module manufacturing chain, with total investments reaching RO 1.153 billion, marking a significant milestone in the...

MUSCAT, APRIL 5Oman’s real estate market is set for steady, selective growth in the first half of 2026, supported by resilient non-oil expansion, disciplined development activity and sustained...

MUSCAT, APRIL 1Trading activity on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) remained robust in March 2026, with total turnover reaching RO 1.426 billion, driven largely by strong activity in banking and...

MUSCAT, APRIL 1Asyad Shipping Company (ASCO) has reported measurable progress across its environmental, social and governance (ESG) metrics in 2025, underpinned by operational efficiency gains,...

MUSCAT, MARCH 31Oman’s crude oil benchmark surged to a notable high in May 2026, with the average official price reaching $124 per barrel, driven primarily by escalating disruptions linked to the...

MUSCAT, MARCH 30Oman’s economy posted steady gains at the end of 2025, with non-oil sectors emerging as the principal driver of growth, reinforcing the Sultanate of Oman’s diversification agenda...

MUSCAT, MARCH 29Oman’s ports are rapidly consolidating their role as critical nodes in global maritime trade, as geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt traditional shipping routes. New data from...

MUSCAT: Oman’s real estate sector is entering 2026 on a firmer footing, marked by a clear shift from speculative expansion to quality-driven, income-generating assets, according to the latest...