Oman
Marks Logistics Day 2025

Muscat,
30 Apr (ONA) —— The Sultanate of Oman today celebrated Logistics Day 2025 under
the theme “Logistics Technologies and Investment” at Al Bustan Palace
Hotel, under the patronage of Sayyid Saud bin Hilal Al Busaidi, Governor
of Muscat.

Eng.
Abdullah Ali Al Busaidi, Acting Head of the Oman Logistics Center at the
Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, stated that
celebrating Logistics Day reaffirms the sector’s importance and its pivotal
role in boosting the national economy. The logistics sector is vast and
diverse, forming an integrated system that includes road networks, ports, land
border crossings, airports, logistics zones, and transport and storage
activities—serving as the backbone of various economic and service activities,
he added.

He
pointed out that the ministry seeks for the logistics sector to become the
second-largest contributor to GDP, as it is a key pillar of Oman Vision 2040
for economic diversification. The sector contributed approximately RO 2.25
billion (5.9%) to GDP in 2024, with investments reaching RO 2.3 billion. By
2040, the sector’s projected contribution is expected to rise to RO 36 billion.

The
event saw the signing of a framework agreement for the National Port Community
System, a key enabler of the Logistics Strategy 2040, enhancing Oman’s
competitiveness, trade efficiency, and digital supply chain integration.

Several
new logistics initiatives were announced, most importantly the First/Last-Mile
Connectivity, linking micro-mobility solutions (e-bikes, shared vehicles) with
public transport for higher education institutions in Muscat and Salalah,
reducing private car reliance and carbon emissions. Oman Airports also
announced the extension of long-term parking.

The
ceremony witnessed the signing of 18 agreements with a total investment
exceeding RO 100 million. These included an agreement between Sohar Port and
Six Construct LLC Oman Branch for the construction of a liquefied natural gas
(LNG) berth and coastal protection for the Marsa LNG project.

Another
agreement was signed between Sohar Port and Boskalis International Oman Branch
for dredging the navigational channel of the Marsa LNG project, involving the
removal of approximately 3.8 million cubic meters of material to develop the
access channel, berthing basin, and maneuvering basin.

Additionally,
Sohar Port signed a project management and site supervision agreement with WSP
Global – Oman Branch for the Marsa LNG project’s dredging works, covering
consultancy services such as project management, administrative support, design
review, site supervision, and tender management.

Oman
Airports and Rakesh Pandey Gold LLC inked an agreement to develop a global gold
refining facility in the second phase of Muscat Airport’s Logistics Gateway,
with a daily refining capacity of 200 kg through foreign direct investment
(FDI).

Oman
Airports also signed a deal with Gulf Wealth International to establish an
innovative drone academy and R&D center at the Business Gateway, spanning
21,591 square meters. The facility will include an indoor drone training
center, a 3D printing manufacturing unit, satellite assembly for space-related
activities, an R&D hub for drone technology, incubation programs, and an
e-commerce warehouse for drones and spare parts.

Further
agreements included:

–
A deal between Oman Airports and One World Worldwide Properties to build a
40,000 sqm bonded warehouse at Muscat International Airport for diverse product
storage.

–
An agreement with Sinan Advanced Industries to establish an advanced technology
R&D and manufacturing center at the airport’s Logistics Gateway.

–
A 12-year concession agreement with Zahara Airport Services LLC to manage and
operate the airport’s landside hotel.

Meanwhile,
Madina Logistics signed agreements with Lonestar Alpha Labs and Global
Laboratories to expand Sohar Logistics Station, accommodating more specialized
labs for testing agricultural, animal, fisheries, and food products to enhance
food safety.

Another
agreement with Global Integrated Equipment will see investment in an
energy-sector truck fleet, including a service station in Duqm, featuring
advanced, fuel-efficient, and safety-compliant vehicles, with a dedicated fleet
for Petroleum Development Oman.

The
North Al Batinah Governor’s Office and Oman National Transport Company
(Mwasalat) signed a deal to develop and operate an integrated bus station in
Liwa, near the Sohar-Abu Dhabi railway passenger station, aligning with Oman
Vision 2040’s public-private partnership goals.

The
Oman Logistics Association and Darby Investment launched the “Darby
Platform” to streamline logistics operations, connecting truck drivers
with direct transport requests and payment solutions while enhancing supply
chain efficiency.

Asyad
Ports and Free Zones signed a deal with Asfleet Supply to provide ship fueling
services at Sultan Qaboos Port, boosting marine logistics. Meanwhile, the Oman
Logistics Centre and the Development Bank agreed to finance logistics projects,
supporting economic growth.

A
memorandum of understanding (MoU) was also signed between the Oman Logistics
Centre and the SME Development Authority to foster investment in emerging
logistics ventures.

Winners
of the 2025 Logistics Best Practices Awards were also announced, recognizing
excellence in various categories.

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Ends/AH