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Muscat Daily
20-07-2025
- Sport
- Muscat Daily
Largest indoor sports summer fiesta kicks off at OCEC
Muscat – Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC) officially launched the third edition of Sports Spark, Oman's flagship indoor summer sports festival, with a grand opening ceremony on Thursday. Held under the patronage of Ahmed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, the event being held in Exhibition Halls 1 and 2 started on July 18 and will end on August 16. Organised in collaboration with Muscat Governorate, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, Omran Group and Sabco Sports, with sponsorship from Sohar International, the festival aims to promote fitness, community wellbeing and social engagement during the summer. Speaking about the launch, Said al Shanfari, CEO of OCEC, said, 'This edition places strong emphasis on accessibility and affordability. We want everyone – regardless of age and ability – to feel welcome and empowered to participate. Following the overwhelming success of last year's edition, which welcomed over 50,000 participants, Sports Spark 2025 is back with an even more dynamic and inclusive programme. This year's event aims to promote fitness, wellbeing and community engagement during the hot summer months in Oman by offering access to high-quality, air-conditioned facilities and a wide variety of sports and activities.' Sports Spark 2025 offers over 20 indoor sports, including football, basketball, volleyball, pickleball and badminton, with new additions like indoor golf and hockey. Facilities are available for booking at just RO2 per hour, making the event accessible for individuals, teams and clubs alike. Following the success of last year's edition, this year brings an expanded programme. Highlights include the return of Fight Night, debut of Muscat Night Run on August 1 in collaboration with Muscat Marathon, and the second season of the Phygital competition. The inaugural Football Academy Cup will feature 32 youth teams, while Ninja Obstacle Series launched this year promises thrilling challenges inspired by global obstacle races. Families can enrol children in the Sports Spark Summer Camp, while corporate groups can access wellness packages. The festival runs daily from 8am to 11pm. Details are available on
Muscat Daily
10-06-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Muscat Municipality launches global design contest
Muscat – Muscat Municipality has launched the Muscat Municipality Design Competition 2025, during a site visit by Ahmed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality. The visit marked the formal start of the international architecture competition, which is now open to leading studios from around the world. The selected site, located next to the Mall of Oman, covers more than 8,000sqm and has been designated for a multi-functional civic building. The project aims to reflect Muscat's evolving urban identity, balancing modernity with the city's architectural heritage. Situated between the Oman Sea and the Hajar Mountains, the location is intended to serve as a symbolic and functional space within the capital. 'Muscat is expecting a growing number of tourists in the near future, and the city is doing everything to welcome them in a sustainable way and to the highest standards of quality and beauty,' said Humaidi. 'This competition represents a commitment to shaping how Muscat is experienced, through architecture that enhances our urban landscape, honours our heritage and reflects the values we hold as a society. We aim to create spaces that foster civic pride, set new benchmarks in sustainability and contribute meaningfully to Muscat's future as a global destination.' The international competition calls on architecture studios to design a sustainable civic structure rooted in Omani identity. Five shortlisted studios will soon be selected to present their concepts to a jury composed of local and international experts. Final jury presentations are scheduled for early July, after which three finalists will be chosen. The winning design will be announced following the final deliberations. The Muscat Municipality Design Competition 2025 is intended not only as a platform for architectural excellence but also as a public initiative to promote transparency and long-term urban planning. It reflects Muscat's ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability, accessibility and cultural authenticity.
Observer
19-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman's tallest flagpole to be inaugurated in 4 days
Muscat: The Muscat Municipality announced on Monday that the tallest flagpole as part of the Al Khuwair Square will be inaugurated in our days. Earlier, Ahmed al Humaidi, chairman of Muscat Municipality, had hinted that the project, developed for 10 million in partnership with the private sector, will be opened in May. The Al Khuwair Square project in the Ministries District will feature Oman's tallest flagpole, measuring 126 meters in height. The flagpole will be the highest man-made facility in the history of the Sultanate of Oman, equivalent to a building with 40 floors. It will be made of iron and also require 135 tonnes of steel. The outer diameter of the flagpole at the base is 2,800 mm, while the diameter at its highest point is 900 mm. The dimensions of the Omani flag are 18 metres in length and 31.5 metres in width. The flagpole will be provided with a warning lighting system for aircraft. The project extends over an area of more than 18,000 square meters and will offer a variety of recreational features, such as grass turf, palm trees, paths designated for walking and bicycles, an outdoor exhibition area, and a skateboarding area.
Observer
14-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Oman's tallest flagpole to be inaugurated next month
Muscat: Ahmed al Humaidi, chairman of Muscat Municipality, said on Monday that the tallest flagpole as part of the Al Khuwair Square will be inaugurated next month. Speaking at the Leadership in Open Space conference, he said the project is being developed for $10 million in partnership with the private sector. The Al Khuwair Square project in the Ministries District will feature Oman's tallest flagpole, measuring 126 meters in height. The flagpole will be the highest man-made facility in the history of the Sultanate of Oman, equivalent to a building with 40 floors. It will be made of iron and also require 135 tonnes of steel. The outer diameter of the flagpole at the base is 2,800 mm, while the diameter at its highest point is 900 mm. The dimensions of the Omani flag are 18 meters in length and 31.5 meters in width. The flagpole will be provided with a warning lighting system for aircraft. The project extends over an area of more than 18,000 square meters and will offer a variety of recreational features, such as grass turf, palm trees, paths designated for walking and bicycles, an outdoor exhibition area, and a skateboarding area.
