NEDC emerges as Oman’s largest power utility

Muscat: Nama Electricity Distribution Company (NEDC), the Sultanate of Oman’s national distribution utility with a mandate covering all of Oman except Dhofar Governorate, now manages assets exceeding RO 2 billion — positioning it as the largest power …

Oman joins EU in celebrating 75th Europe Day

The Sultanate of Oman joined the European Union (EU) in celebrating the 75th Europe Day with a landmark jazz concert, showcasing cultural diplomacy and international friendship. Hosted by a delegation of the European Union to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman …

Trial cultivation of camelina for biofuel kicks off in Oman

MUSCAT: In a groundbreaking move aimed at advancing green energy and sustainable agriculture, Hema Energy—through its alternative energy arm X2E LLC—has commenced a trial cultivation of Camelina sativa in Oman in collaboration with ARA Petroleum LLC. In an …

Road projects with RO 920 million underway across Oman

MUSCAT: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has invested more than RO 920 million in road development projects across the Sultanate of Oman since the beginning of the Tenth Five-Year Plan in 2021. These efforts reflect the …

Oman’s labour body secures 87 job reinstatements in April

MUSCAT: The General Federation of Oman Workers (GFOW) reported a rise in labour-related disputes and collective job termination notices in April 2025, reinforcing its active role in safeguarding employment stability and promoting fair labour practices …

Oman’s electricity output grows by 4.3%

MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman recorded a 4.3 per cent increase in total electricity production, reaching 5,682.1 gigawatt-hours (GWh) by the end of February 2025, compared to 5,446.2 GWh during the same period in 2024, according to preliminary figures from …

T20 World Cup: Once 'bamboozled by turf', Oman now set for centre stage

Oman showcases equestrian heritage at UK show

Windsor, UK – Oman is participating in the Royal Windsor Horse Show 2025 being held at Windsor Castle in the United Kingdom ending on Sunday. The Royal Cavalry of Oman began its participation in the event on Friday with a presentation titled ‘The Sultanate …

Over 20,000 register for organ donation in Oman

Muscat – More than 20,000 people in Oman have registered for posthumous organ donation through the Ministry of Health’s Shifaa app, according to Dr Nooreen al Balushi, Consultant in Liver, Gallbladder and Pancreatic Surgery and President of Oman …

Oman to nurture space tech startups with accelerator programme

Muscat – Oman is set to launch a new accelerator programme to support the growth of its emerging space sector, as part of efforts to develop a vibrant local space ecosystem. Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) has …