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Oman LNG sets record for production and safety in 2024
MUSCAT: Oman LNG achieved its highest-ever production output in 2024, alongside maintaining an impressive plant efficiency rate of 98.23 per cent — underscoring its dedication to operational excellence and sustainability. According to CEO Hamad...

Abu Dhabi sets out Dh764m investment plan to boost tourism in Oman's Salalah
Abu Dhabi has set out a Dh764.5 million ($208 million) investment strategy to boost tourism in Salalah, Oman, with plans for a sprawling luxury resort and a marina and beachfront revamp that will help generate hundreds of jobs. The major...

Oman LNG boosts market position with record output, new contracts
Muscat – Oman LNG achieved its highest-ever production in 2024, while maintaining exceptional safety standards and a plant efficiency rate of 98.23%, reflecting its unwavering commitment to operational excellence and sustainable performance. Hamad...

Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; July 26, 2025
On Saturday, July 26, the exchange rate for the Omani Rial (OMR) against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market is Rs 749.65. The rates for trading are distinguished, with the buying rate set at Rs 739.65 and the selling rate at Rs 749.65 on...

Oman Logistics Academy appoints CEO
MUSCAT: The Board of Directors of Oman Logistics Academy has announced the appointment of Dr Mansoor al Qasmi as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 27, 2025. Shaikh Abdulaziz al Harthy, the Chairman of the Oman Logistics Academy, said, “Dr...

Oman Issues Final Reminder: Grace Period For Visa, Labour Card Renewal Ends On July 31 - What You Need To Know
If you're working in Oman, then it's important for you to know that the Ministry of Labour has issued a final reminder for all employers and workers that the grace period for rectifying legal employment status will end on July 31, 2025. This...

Oman guarantees expatriate workers right to retain passports
A critical protection for workers in Oman is explicitly outlined in Labour Law. Passport retention by employers is a well-documented practice that can severely restrict a worker’s freedom of movement, their ability to leave an unsatisfactory or...

Oman’s inflation in June rises by 0.82%
Muscat: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Sultanate of Oman rose by 0.82 percent in June 2025 compared to the same month in 2024, according to data released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The data showed that the...

Oman’s industrial sector powers ahead with 27.5% FDI rise and export boom
Muscat: The first half of 2025 saw the Sultanate’s industrial sector deliver impressive performance indicators, underscoring the effectiveness of government initiatives aimed at boosting competitiveness, localization, and foreign direct investment...

SOHAR Port and Freezone Signs MoU to Develop Natural Hydrogen Value Chain in Oman
SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Switzerland’s HYNAT SA company, aiming to develop an integrated natural hydrogen value chain in the Sultanate of Oman. This partnership marks a significant step towards...

Be aware of fake consumer protection authority calls
Two days ago, my dad informed me about a spooky incident that occurred to a very close relative. Basically, the relative received an engaging long phone call from a person impersonating an official from the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA)....
Abu Dhabi sets out Dh764m plan to boost Omani tourism
Abu Dhabi has set out a Dh764.5 million ($208 million) investment strategy to boost tourism in Salalah, Oman, with plans for a sprawling luxury resort and a marina and beachfront revamp that will help generate hundreds of jobs. The major...

KROHNE Scales Up Production of Magnetic Flow Meters to Support AI Appetite and Data Centre Growth Across the Middle East
(MENAFN- KROHNE ) Dubai, UAE – July 28, 2025 As demand for bigger, better, faster, more artificial intelligence accelerates across the Middle East so does the need for more localised energy efficient IT infrastructure. KROHNE, a global leader in...

Mohammed al Darwish to head film fest in Morocco; Oman to officiate as guest of honour
Muscat – Celebrated Omani filmmaker Mohammed al Darwish has been appointed artistic director of Morocco’s Zagora International Film Festival, one of Africa’s oldest and most prestigious, this November. The appointment marks a significant milestone...

Progress of Oman Botanic Garden project reviewed
Ahmed bin Mohammed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, recently visited the Oman Botanic Garden project in Al Khoudh to monitor its progress. He reviewed the latest updates on one of the most prominent national projects, which has...

Delhi High Court grants anti-arbitration injunction in Oman dispute
Court kyboshes ICC arbitration over arbitrator’s failure to disclose previous involvement in procee... Court kyboshes ICC arbitration over arbitrator’s failure to disclose previous involvement in proceedings featuring one of the parties’...

Muscat Municipality Chairman reviews progress of Omani Botanic Garden project
MUSCAT : The visit underscored the municipality’s commitment to monitoring key national and environmental development initiatives. During the visit, His Excellency was briefed on the latest construction and landscaping updates of what is...

Oman posts strong gains in food self-sufficiency
BLURB: Oman is leveraging technology and capital to enhance productivity across its 1.4 million hectares of agricultural land, reinforcing food security and economic resilience. MUSCAT, July 25: Oman’s food self-reliance metrics improved...

Report underscores Morocco as gateway for Gulf investments into Africa
A recent report by the German Konrad Adenauer Foundation underscores Morocco’s role as a gateway for Gulf investments into Africa, deepening its strategic and economic ties with Gulf countries. It highlighted how bilateral investment between...

India Ramps Up Fertiliser Production Output, Diversifies Away From China
(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, July 28 (IANS) After China halted critical fertiliser supplies, the Indian manufacturers are increasing domestic output through advanced technologies and new formulations, according to a report on Monday.India's fertiliser...