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Zawya
10 hours ago
- Zawya
Oman's airports receive 5.79mln passengers by end of May
Oman - The total number of passengers through Oman's airports (Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm Airport), reached approximately 5.79 million passengers by the end of May 2025, compared to 5.96 during the same period in 2024, reflecting a 3 per cent decline, according to preliminary data released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). Muscat International Airport handled 5.20 million passengers by the end of May 2025, compared to 5.39 milion in the same period of the previous year, recording a decrease of 3.5 per cent, and the number of flights also declined by 7.5 percent to 37,307 flights, compared to 40,322 flights in the same period of 2024, reported ONA. The data indicated that Salalah Airport recorded a 6.7 per cent increase in the number of passengers, reaching 5.57 million passengers by the end of May 2025, compared to 5.22 million in the same period of 2024. However, the total number of flights recorded a slight decline of 0.3 per cent, totalling 3,717 compared to 3,730 flights by the end of May 2024. Sohar Airport recorded a sharp 98.8 per cent drop from 336 passengers by the end of May 2025 to 27,350 passenger traffic by the end of May 2024. Meanwhile, the number of flights also declined by 63.7 per cent, reaching 82 flights, compared to 226 flights by the end of May 2024. Duqm Airport also recorded a decline in flight operations by 1.5 per cent, with 256 flights compared to 260 in the same period in previous year, while the Passenger numbers at the same airport fell by 1.2 per cent, totalling 25,371 passengers by the end of May 2025, compared to 25,675 in May 2024. The statistics revealed that Indian nationals topped the list of most frequent travellers (arrivals and departures) through Muscat International Airport during May 2025, with a total of 193,861 passengers, including 85,447 arrivals and 108,414 departures. The Indian nationals' passengers were followed by Omani nationals' passengers with a total of 108,916 passengers, including 54,086 arrivals and 54,830 departures, and Pakistani nationals came third with 46,930 passengers, including 21,267 arrivals and 25,663 departures.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Young Omanis lead nation in savings, reveals survey
MUSCAT: Young Omanis are leading the country in personal financial discipline, with 75 percent of individuals aged between 18 and 29 saying they save part of their income regularly, according to a survey by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) in collaboration with the Financial Services Authority. The 2024 survey explored attitudes toward saving and investment among citizens and found that young adults were significantly more likely to save than older age groups. The savings rate drops to 58 percent among those aged between 30 and 40, and falls further to 42 percent for individuals aged over 50. Overall, the survey found that 59 percent of Omanis save some portion of their monthly income. Of these savers, 81 percent keep their money in bank accounts — both Islamic and conventional — making it the most preferred method of saving. While the youth demographic showed the strongest saving behaviour, women outperformed men, with 74 percent of Omani women saving regularly compared to 56 percent of men. Higher education levels were associated with stronger saving habits, with 73 percent of those holding qualifications above the general diploma level saving, versus 49 percent among diploma holders and just 33 percent among those with less than a diploma. Income and employment also play a clear role. Among employed Omanis, 64 percent save, while only 49 percent of job seekers and 39 percent of those outside the labour force do the same. Those earning above OMR600 per month recorded a 69 percent savings rate, compared to just 33 percent for those earning below OMR300. The top reason cited for saving was to prepare for emergencies and future needs, followed by housing and investment goals. The findings reflect a growing culture of financial awareness among young Omanis and are expected to guide national policies focused on improving saving behaviour across the Sultanate.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Total oil exports of Oman exceeds 126 million barrels till May 2025
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman's total oil exports declined by 2.3% by the end of May 2025, reaching 126,056.900 barrels, compared to 128,991.500 barrels during the same period in 2024, according to preliminary data issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) . The data showed that the average price of crude oil dropped by 6.9%, reaching $75.2 per barrel by the end of May 2025, down from $80.8 in the same period last year. Data also showed that average daily oil production decreased to 987,600 barrels per day by the end of May 2025, compared to 996,100 barrels per day during the same period in 2024. The total oil production of the Sultanate of Oman declined by 1.5%, reaching 149,133.700 barrels till the end of May 2025, compared to 151,401.200 barrels in the same period last year.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Hotel revenues in Oman rise 18.5% by May
Muscat – Revenues from three- to five-star hotels in Oman rose by 18.5% to RO128.426mn by the end of May 2025, compared to RO108.379mn during the same period in 2024, according to data released by the National Center for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The growth in revenues was driven by an 8.6% increase in guest numbers, which reached approximately 990,240 by the end of May, up from 911,830 in the same period last year. Hotel occupancy rates also showed marked improvement, rising from 50.8% in May 2024 to 58.3% in May 2025 — an increase of 14.9%. In terms of nationality, guests from Oceania recorded the highest growth rate at 57%, reaching 21,100 guests. African guests followed with a 47.5% increase to 6,866. The number of visitors from the Americas rose by 20.5% to 34,563, while European guests increased by 20.1% to 344,159. Guests from the Gulf Cooperation Council states grew by 13% to 65,998, and Asian nationals increased by 3.8% to 138,319. Omani guest numbers also rose modestly by 1.1%, totalling 308,940 by the end of May. Meanwhile, the number of guests from other Arab nationalities declined by 3.1%, reaching 39,218. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Passenger traffic at Salalah Airport rises by 6.7%
Muscat: Passenger traffic at Salalah Airport recorded a notable increase of 6.7% by the end of May 2025, reaching 557,298 passengers, compared to 522,224 during the same period in 2024. This growth comes amid varying trends in traffic across Oman's major airports, as reported in preliminary statistics released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). Nationwide, the total number of passengers traveling through Oman's airports — Muscat, Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm — reached approximately 5.79 million by the end of May 2025. This reflects a 3% decrease compared to 5.97 million passengers in the same period of 2024. Muscat International Airport remained the busiest, handling 5.21 million passengers, down from 5.39 million the previous year, marking a 3.5% decline. Flight operations at the airport also declined by 7.5%, with 37,307 flights recorded compared to 40,322 flights in the corresponding period last year. While Salalah Airport posted growth in passenger numbers, it experienced a slight drop in total flight operations, with 3,717 flights recorded — a 0.3% decline compared to 3,730 flights in May 2024. Sohar Airport, however, saw a dramatic downturn in activity, with a 98.8% drop in passenger traffic. Only 336 passengers used the airport by the end of May 2025, compared to 27,350 during the same period in 2024. Flights at Sohar also fell sharply by 63.7%, totaling 82, compared to 226 the previous year. At Duqm Airport, operations showed marginal declines. Passenger traffic dropped by 1.2%, reaching 25,371, down from 25,675 in May 2024. Flight operations also saw a slight decrease of 1.5%, recording 256 flights compared to 260 flights a year ago. In terms of nationality, Indian nationals topped the list of most frequent travelers through Muscat International Airport during May 2025. A total of 193,861 passengers were recorded, comprising 85,447 arrivals and 108,414 departures. Omani nationals followed, with 108,916 passengers (54,086 arrivals and 54,830 departures), while Pakistani nationals ranked third with 46,930 passengers, including 21,267 arrivals and 25,663 departures. The data reflects both regional growth trends and shifting travel dynamics across Oman's aviation sector. Further updates are expected in the coming months as seasonal travel patterns evolve. Observer Web Team
