Electrical
Equipment Manufacturing Sector Drives Growth in Oman’s Industrial Exports
Muscat,
1 Jun (ONA) — Oman’s industrial exports witnessed a notable 8.6% increase
during the first quarter of 2025, reaching RO 1.618 billion, compared to RO
1.490 billion during the same period in 2024, according to data released by the
National Centre for Statistics and Information.
Industrial
exports accounted for 28% of Oman’s total exports, underscoring the growing
contribution of the industrial sector to the national economy and the country’s
economic diversification efforts.
This
growth was driven by strong performance across several industrial sectors, most
notably the electrical equipment and machinery manufacturing sector, which
recorded exceptional growth of 141%, with its exports rising to RO 128 million
compared to RO 53 million in Q1 2024.
The
metal products sector followed with a 14.1% increase in exports, reaching RO
462 million, fueled by rising international demand for high-quality Omani
products.
Eng.
Khaled Salim Al Qasabi, Director General of Industry at the Ministry of Commerce,
Industry, and Investment Promotion, stated that these positive results reflect
the strength and diversity of Oman’s industrial sector. He emphasized the
ministry’s ongoing implementation of integrated industrial policies aimed at
enhancing the competitiveness of Omani products in regional and global markets
while boosting industrial exports.
In
remarks to Oman News Agency (ONA), he noted that the electrical equipment and
machinery sector is experiencing rapid growth due to increasing local and regional
demand, driven by infrastructure expansion projects—particularly in electricity
networks, utilities, and new cities—alongside growing investments in renewable
energy-related industries.
He
affirmed that this sector is a priority under Oman’s Industrial Strategy 2040,
given its role in developing supply chains, enhancing value-added economic
activities, supporting entrepreneurship, and localizing advanced technologies.
On
his turn, Eng. Jassim Saif Al Jedidi, Technical Director at the Ministry of
Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, highlighted ongoing efforts to
strengthen the presence of Omani products in regional and global markets—a key
objective of the industrial strategy and a pillar of economic diversification
under Oman Vision 2040.
Speaking
to ONA, he explained that these efforts include launching qualitative
initiatives to improve the efficiency and quality of national products by
supporting local manufacturers in adhering to the highest technical standards
and international certifications. This enhances competitiveness and consumer
confidence in Omani products.
He
added that the ministry, in coordination with relevant entities, is working to
open new markets for Omani exports by activating regional and international trade
agreements, participating in trade exhibitions and missions, and providing
incentives and facilities for Omani exporters. Additionally, the ministry is
promoting knowledge-based and advanced technology industries, including
artificial intelligence and Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, which
play a pivotal role in improving product quality, reducing costs, and achieving
sustainable industrial growth. These efforts contribute to strengthening the
national economy, generating quality job opportunities for Omani talent, and
positioning Oman as a promising industrial and logistics hub in the region.
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