Oman strengthens tourism sector with expansion plans and global connectivity initiatives: OBG

MUSCAT : A new Global Platform video by Oxford Business Group (OBG) features an exclusive interview with His Excellency Salim Al Mahruqi, Oman’s Minister of Heritage and Tourism, and His Excellency Azzan Albusaidi, Oman’s Undersecretary of Tourism, …

Oman signs landmark JDA to establish world’s first liquid hydrogen corridor to Europe

Muscat – Upon completion, the corridor will open a direct export line for liquefied hydrogen, compliant with the European Union’s Renewable Fuels for Transport (RFNBO) standards, from the Port of Duqm in Oman to the Port of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, …

Oman’s Shura Council to review national urban development strategy with housing minister

Muscat – The session, held during the Ninth Regular Session (2024–2025), will focus on the Ministry’s national priorities and long-term vision for urban and residential development in the Sultanate of Oman. According to a statement issued by His Excellency …

Municipality find professional and veterinary facilities in Oman with health violations and unfit food

MUSCAT : The Health Affairs Department of Al Dakhiliyah Municipality, in collaboration with local municipality departments and consumer protection authorities, recently conducted a stringent inspection campaign in the Wilayat of Al Hamra. A total of 80 …

Oman signs historic agreement to establish world’s first Liquid Hydrogen Corridor to Europe

Muscat: As part of the state visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, the Sultanate of Oman signed a historic Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to establish the world’s first commercial-scale liquid hydrogen corridor …

Expat arrested on charges of drug trafficking in Oman

Shabab Oman II celebrates inclusion in UNESCO list

Muscat: The Royal Navy of Oman organized a media visit to the ship Shabab Oman at Port Sultan Qaboos after its program for peace and sustainable cultural dialogue was included in the UNESCO list. Shabab Oman II is embarking on its seventh international …

Oman hosts IUCN Green List workshop

MUSCAT: A two-day workshop titled 'Green List Reserves', organised by the Environment Authority in coordination with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), was held at the Grand Hyatt Muscat. The initiative aims to introduce the …

Muscat-listed Oman REIT buys Sharjah school building for $33mln

Muscat-listed Oman REIT has acquired a school building in Sharjah for 120 million UAE dirhams ($32.67 million) under a sale-leaseback transaction with Amity Group. The deal was funded in cash using the existing credit facilities with Muzn Islamic – …

Oman Investment Bank Announces Appointment of Mohamed Sultan Salim Al Habsi as Acting Chief Executive Officer

(MENAFN- Prime Advertising LLC) Muscat, 15 April 2025 – The Board of Directors of Oman Investment Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Mohamed Sultan Salim Al Habsi as Acting Chief Executive Officer. This appointment represents a key step in the …