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Zawya
8 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Oman Airports unveils Salalah Airport City master plan
Salalah – Oman Airports on Tuesday held an introductory workshop to present the master plan for the Salalah Airport City project, a development aimed at attracting investment and accelerating economic growth in Dhofar governorate. The initiative is part of efforts to position the region as a contributor to Oman's economic diversification strategy. The workshop brought together officials from government entities and the private sector, highlighting the need for coordinated planning to support sustainable development. Initial findings outlined key economic sectors and potential land uses within the proposed airport city. Eng Salim al Harrasi, Senior Manager of Infrastructure Projects at Oman Airports, gave an overview of the project, stressing its importance in connecting sectors such as logistics and tourism. He said the development aligns with national goals for integrated growth. Oman Airports also shared a proposed timeline for the project's implementation, reaffirming its focus on infrastructure standards and economic planning. The airport city forms part of the company's strategy to enhance partnerships and promote institutional collaboration across critical sectors. The initiative follows a successful pilot project involving direct air-sea cargo transfer between Salalah Port and Salalah Airport. The operation took advantage of the proximity between the port, airport and free zone to improve cargo handling efficiency and support Oman's role as a regional logistics hub. Salalah Airport's cargo terminal currently spans 20,000sqm, with a handling capacity of 50,000 tonnes annually. Plans are underway to double this to 100,000 tonnes. The facility includes specialised cold storage and a 2,500sqm area dedicated to live animal handling. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Times of Oman
a day ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Workshop reviews master plan for Salalah Airport City
Salalah: Oman Airports organized an introductory workshop to present the master plan for Salalah Airport City, with the participation of various government and private entities in Dhofar Governorate. The event aimed to highlight investment opportunities, economic feasibility, and direct and indirect returns from the project. The workshop reflects Oman Airports' commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships and institutional integration among various sectors, supporting sustainable development goals in the region. The programme included a presentation of the preliminary outputs of the master plan, focusing on targeted economic sectors and proposed land uses within the airport city. Eng. Salim Al Harassi, Senior Director of Infrastructure Projects at Oman Airports, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the key components of the proposed plan. He emphasized the project's strategic role in linking the city with vital sectors, particularly tourism and logistics. The workshop also reviewed the project's implementation phases and proposed timeline, with Oman Airports reaffirming its commitment to applying the highest standards in developing the city in line with national priorities for enhancing infrastructure and economic enablers. It is worth noting that Oman Airports recently completed the first direct air-sea cargo transfer initiative between Salalah Port and Salalah Airport—a pioneering step to strengthen Oman's logistics integration, leveraging the proximity between the airport, port, and free zone. The cargo terminal at Salalah Airport is a state-of-the-art facility spanning 20,000 square meters, with an annual handling capacity of 50,000 tons (expandable to 100,000 tons). It includes cold storage for sensitive goods and a 2,500-square-meter live animal handling facility. Salalah Airport serves as one of Oman's key aviation gateways, providing an ideal entry point to the Middle East and connecting Europe, the Indian subcontinent, and the Far East.
Muscat Daily
18-05-2025
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman's air connectivity boosted with new flights
Muscat – The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Oman Airports have approved new international flight routes this month as part of efforts to boost air traffic and attract more tourists to the sultanate. In a statement, CAA confirmed that it has granted Red Wings Airlines approval to operate a weekly flight between Muscat and the Russian resort city of Sochi, starting from June 22. Oman Airports welcomed the move, describing it as a strategic step to attract international carriers, expand its network of global destinations, and support both economic and tourism growth. 'We extend our sincere thanks to CAA for issuing the necessary permits for the operation of Russian airline Red Wings,' Oman Airports said. 'The addition to our network is a significant milestone that enhances air connectivity and opens new avenues for international cooperation.' In a separate announcement, Oman Airports also confirmed the launch of a new route by Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo, which has commenced direct flights between Kannur in Kerala, India, and Muscat. The new service, launched last week, will operate three times a week, offering more travel options for passengers and strengthening connections between Oman and the southern Indian state. The launch of these new routes aligns with Oman Airports' broader strategy to boost economic and tourism activity by promoting direct international connections. Airports in Oman reported an 8.5% fall in passenger numbers in March 2025, with 3.54mn passengers passing through the country's terminals, down from 3.84mn in March 2024. Muscat International Airport remains the main driver, with 3.18mn passenger passing through it till March this year.
Zawya
16-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman expands air connectivity with Russia's Red Wings Airlines
Muscat: Oman Airports has announced the operation of the Russian Red Wings Airlines, in a step to attract international airlines, expand the network of international destinations and stimulate economic and tourism growth. Oman Airports said in an announcement: "We extend our sincere thanks to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for issuing the necessary permits for the operation of the Russian Red Wings Airlines." The addition of the Russian Red Wings Airlines to the Oman Airports network represents a qualitative addition that enhances air connectivity and opens new horizons for cooperation. This step is the culmination of Oman Airports' efforts to attract international airlines, as part of a clear strategy aimed at expanding the network of international destinations and stimulating economic and tourism growth. © Muscat Media Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Times of Oman
15-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Oman expands air connectivity with Russia's Red Wings Airlines
Muscat: Oman Airports has announced the operation of the Russian Red Wings Airlines, in a step to attract international airlines, expand the network of international destinations and stimulate economic and tourism growth. Oman Airports said in an announcement: "We extend our sincere thanks to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) for issuing the necessary permits for the operation of the Russian Red Wings Airlines." The addition of the Russian Red Wings Airlines to the Oman Airports network represents a qualitative addition that enhances air connectivity and opens new horizons for cooperation. This step is the culmination of Oman Airports' efforts to attract international airlines, as part of a clear strategy aimed at expanding the network of international destinations and stimulating economic and tourism growth.
