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Observer
2 days ago
- Business
- Observer
World Down Syndrome Day marked
SUHAR: The Ministry of Social Development, in collaboration with the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), on Monday celebrated World Down Syndrome Day under the slogan "A Smile on the Faces of People with Disabilities." The event, organised by the General Directorate of Social Development in Al Batinah North, was held under the auspices of Shaikh Rashid bin Ahmed al Shamsi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Social Development. Amani al Amri, head of the event committee from Sohar Industrial City, emphasised the integrated efforts between government and private institutions in supporting people with disabilities, recognising their capabilities and promoting their inclusion in society. She added that such events provide an opportunity to connect with them and help them integrate into society as active contributors. The ceremony witnessed the signing of employment contracts for a number of people with disabilities in Al Batinah North Governorate, coordinated with the General Directorate of Labour in the governorate. The contracts were with several companies in Sohar Industrial City. Ahmed bin Salem al Hajri, Director-General of Labour in Al Batinah North, confirmed that 43 job-seekers with disabilities have been employed since the beginning of the year. - ONA
Observer
4 days ago
- Business
- Observer
Al Buraimi Industrial City investment surpasses RO 274 million
MUSCAT: Al Buraimi Industrial City, operated by the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), has recorded strong growth in 2024, with cumulative investments now exceeding RO 274 million. According to Saeed bin Abdullah al Balushi, Director General of Al Buraimi Industrial City, the city signed 16 investment contracts this year alone, totalling around RO 7.97 million. These contracts cover over 165,000 square metres and span various sectors, including motor oil production, paper and cardboard manufacturing, food and water processing, and cosmetics. Al Balushi attributed this performance to Madayn's continued efforts to build a competitive, business-friendly environment that supports job creation, empowers small and medium enterprises, and promotes sustainable industrial development in line with Oman Vision 2040. He also noted the strategic importance of the ongoing Mahdha–Buraimi Road Dualisation Project, being implemented in coordination with Madayn. This major infrastructure upgrade will connect both phases of the industrial city and facilitate smoother traffic flow, easing movement for investors and improving access to key sites. Saeed bin Abdullah al Balushi, Director General of Al Buraimi Industrial City. In a move to bridge academia and industry, Al Buraimi Industrial City recently signed a cooperation agreement with Al Buraimi University College. The agreement aims to promote knowledge exchange, organise scientific and cultural events, provide student training, and support research and innovation across industrial and academic domains. Covering a total area of over 14.4 million square metres—of which more than 4.2 million have been developed—Al Buraimi Industrial City spans two distinct phases and is strategically located along the Sultanate of Oman's border with the United Arab Emirates. This proximity offers easy access to the UAE and broader GCC markets, along with logistical advantages via nearby highways and major Omani ports such as Sohar. The city hosts a diverse array of industries, including food production, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and the chemical and plastics sectors. — ONA
Observer
06-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Nizwa Industrial City attracts RO 28 million in new investments
NIZWA: Nizwa Industrial City, part of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), has localised 19 new investment projects in 2024 with a combined value of RO 28 million, spanning over 131,000 square metres. These additions bring the total number of active projects in the industrial zone to 186, with cumulative investments surpassing RO 504 million. The city currently employs over 6,100 workers, with an Omanisation rate of 45%. Engineer Ishaq bin Ibrahim Al Kharousi, Acting Director General of Nizwa Industrial City, said the Madayn Pioneer Complex — a dedicated SME development initiative — is 60% complete. The RO 1.2 million project will offer 10 ready-built workshops for small and medium enterprises. Al Kharousi also noted that consultancy work has begun on a new residential project to support the growing workforce, while general maintenance upgrades are being prepared. Additionally, the master plan for Phase 5 — a 4 million square metre expansion — has been completed. On the sustainability front, the industrial city has planted over 1,700 trees, with plans to add 600 more. In cooperation with the Environment Authority, 670 trees have been planted and 200 distributed to companies. Several tenants are exploring solar energy solutions and recycling initiatives, especially in aluminium and copper sectors. — ONA
Observer
03-05-2025
- Business
- Observer
Investments in Ibri Industrial City exceed RO 19 million
IBRI: Ibri Industrial City, affiliated with the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), succeeded in localizing nine projects across various sectors during 2024, with a total investment volume of RO 17.3 million across a total area exceeding 109,000 square metres. The number of projects in the city currently stands at 16, including one project in the production phase. The total investment volume in the industrial city by the end of last year reached RO 19,835,000, and the total leased area increased to 188,893 square meters. Salah bin Nasser al Alawi, Director General of Ibri Industrial City, said: "Madayn is currently preparing to implement the security gate project for the industrial city and beautify the main roundabout." He added that the fuel station was officially inaugurated as part of the integrated services station project, which also includes a rest area and a truck and car service station. The inauguration was conducted by an investor, providing services for companies, workers, nearby residential neighborhoods, and road users adjacent to the city. It is worth noting that the inauguration of the infrastructure construction project in Ibri Industrial City (Phase One) has created a favorable environment for investment by providing all services and investment requirements, such as roads, lighting, electricity, water, sewage, and other services. The Industrial City Administration seeks to establish a range of industrial, commercial, and service activities, including light and medium industries in various sectors, most notably the food and paper industries, as well as the maintenance of equipment used in the oil and gas sector and other small and medium-sized enterprises. The City also aims to establish a commercial zone, administrative offices, logistics warehouses, a commercial strip, and a residential city for workers in the Industrial City. This will benefit from the Industrial City's strategic location at the intersection of active trade routes between East and West and its proximity to the border crossings linking the Sultanate of Oman with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the land crossings with the United Arab Emirates. —ONA
Observer
26-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
MOU signed for Oman's first desalination membrane plant
BUSINESS REPORTER MUSCAT, APRIL 26 Muscat Gases Company, a leading player in the gas and energy sector in the Sultanate of Oman, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IonClear, a US-based technology company headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Signed under the auspices of Eng Dawood bin Salim al Hadabi, CEO of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), the MoU aims to establish the first-of-its-kind facility in the Sultanate in Al Rusayl Industrial City for manufacturing advanced water treatment and desalination membranes. The plant, covering an area of 3,000 sqm, represents a strategic move that supports the Sultanate's commitment to water security and environmental sustainability. The partnership with IonClear, which is specialised in the production of Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Nanofiltration (NF) membranes, will introduce innovative technologies used in seawater and brackish water desalination. These membranes are also employed in key sectors such as power plants, chemical industries, and industrial water treatment, thereby enhancing the Sultanate's capabilities in this key sector. The MoU also aims to bring advanced technology to the Omani market and localise strategic industries that contribute to increasing the In-Country Value, hence aligning with Oman Vision 2040 and generating quality employment opportunities for the Omani youth, while positioning the Sultanate as an ideal investment hub in the field of environmental manufacturing. This project also comes along the lines of the Sultanate of Oman's efforts to achieve carbon neutrality, by supporting clean energy and water industries and investing in advanced environmental solutions. Established in 1983, Muscat Gases Company stands as a model of Omani industrial growth, having expanded its core activities to include clean energy projects such as LPG generators, gas recovery technologies, composite gas cylinders, self-service systems, and its new venture into water and environmental treatment industries.
