National plan underway to outline Oman's sustainable food guide

Strategic planning is a crucial national pillar for shaping sustainable food security in alignment with Oman Vision 2040. This falls under the framework of the 'Food Security Lab 2025', which will conclude on October 16. Dr Mahira al Zadjali,...

Karwa Motors to Build Mercedes-Benz Buses in Oman, pact signed in Brussels

In a major boost to Oman’s vehicle manufacturing sector, Karwa Motors has signed a strategic partnership with Mercedes-Benz (Daimler Truck Middle East & Africa) to produce Mercedes-Benz buses for both domestic and international markets. The...

Oman achieves competitive edge in ease of starting businesses

Muscat – With company establishment now taking just 4–5 days, compared to around ten days in some neighbouring countries, Oman has emerged as one of the region’s most competitive destinations for business startups. The process has been streamlined...

Oman to enforce unified building code by 2030

Muscat – A unified national building code is being prepared for implementation in Oman with full enforcement expected by 2030, according to Hafsa al Balushi from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MHUP). Developed as part of the...

Panel asserts proven ability of green growth to drive competitive advantage

The opening day of the 8th Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF 2025) convened international experts for a high-level panel titled “Green is the New Gold: Competitive Advantage through Sustainable Investment” to examine how sustainability is transforming...

Oman fast-tracks business start-ups

MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman has reached competitive levels in facilitating business start-ups, reducing the average time to establish a company to just four to five days — significantly faster than the regional average of 10 days. With only four...

National team pulls out as Oman set to host Asia Rugby Sevens Trophy

MUSCAT: In an unexpected announcement, Oman has withdrawn its national team from the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy, even as the Sultanate prepares to host 18 teams from 14 nations in Muscat on October 25 to 26 at the Royal Oman Police (ROP)...

National Innovation Centre to anchor Oman’s smart tech ambitions

MUSCAT: The establishment of a National Innovation Centre in Oman marks a turning point in Oman’s technological transformation, positioning the country as a regional hub for semiconductor design and smart communication technologies, according to...

Knights Bay advances nickel exploration in Oman

MUSCAT: UK-based Knights Bay Minerals (KBM) has reported significant progress in its nickel exploration campaign at Block 21 in Oman, as the company edges closer to establishing the Sultanate of Oman’s first nickel pilot plant. The update marks a...

10 timeless Omani brands to support now and forever

Fashion As Omani Women’s Day takes place on October 17, it’s always important to champion the brands that have made a mark globally. This is a day dedicated to honouring the incredible resilience, achievements, and contributions of Omani women...

Karwa Motors to build Mercedes-Benz bus chassis in Oman

MUSCAT: Karwa Motors, Oman’s leading vehicle manufacturer, has signed an agreement with Daimler Truck, one of the world’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, to build Mercedes-Benz bus chassis at its facility in the Special Economic Zone at...

Oman marks World Mental Health Day, holds first GCC Mental Health Conference

MUSCAT: The First GCC Mental Health Conference was held under the theme 'Access to Services: Mental Health During Disasters and Emergencies.' The three-day conference was organised by the Ministry of Health, represented by Al Masarra Hospital. The...

Culture and Nature drive Oman’s tourism experiences, revealing new opportunities for growth

Oman’s tourism activity offerings highlight the country’s strongest assets: a rich local cultural heritage and an extraordinary variety of landscapes, as shown by an analysis carried out by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence and tourism...

Agreement inked to establish World Bank Group office in Oman

Washington: The Government of the Sultanate of Oman signed an agreement with the World Bank Group to establish an office for the Group in Oman. This office will represent its affiliated organizations, including the International Bank for...

Creating enabling environments for children with disabilities discussed

Muscat: The 2nd Oman Childhood Conference, organised by the Children First Association under the patronage of Her Highness Dr. Mona Fahd Al-Said, brought together national and international experts to advance dialogue and collaboration around the...

Franchising can enhance entrepreneurship in Oman

Chambers of commerce and industry around the world play a major role in integrated strategic media work. Although these institutions are not primarily media outlets, they have a significant impact in supporting and guiding economic and sectoral...

Oman achieves competitive levels in business start-ups

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has achieved notable competitiveness in business start-ups, with recent indicators showing a reduction in the average time required to establish a company to just 4–5 days, compared to 10 days in some regional...

Kingfish fishing ban lifted in Oman

Muscat: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has announced the end of the seasonal ban on kingfish (known locally as kanad) fishing for the year 2025. The ban, which was in effect from August 15 to October 15, has officially...

Al-Bahar to showcase advanced engine solutions at ADIPEC 2025

Mohamed Abdulrahman Al-Bahar, the authorised dealer for Cat® Equipment in UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain, is participating in ADIPEC 2025 through the theme ‘Powering a Sustainable Future, Together.’, reflecting its power solutions built for...

Vertical axis wind turbines make Oman debut

Muscat: A first-ever batch of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs) has been recently installed at a small water desalination plant in Oman, heralding their wider deployment as a lower-cost—though less efficient — alternative to capital-intensive...