SOHAR
Port and Freezone Signs MoU to Develop Natural Hydrogen Value Chain in Oman

Sohar,
28 Jul (ONA) — SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with Switzerland’s HYNAT SA company, aiming to develop an integrated
natural hydrogen value chain in the Sultanate of Oman.

This
partnership marks a significant step towards establishing a comprehensive
hydrogen ecosystem within SOHAR Port and Freezone, with a particular focus on
natural hydrogen as an emerging and promising low-carbon energy source.

The
MoU outlines areas of cooperation, including the identification and evaluation
of production sites, and the development of logistical infrastructure, such as
specialized storage and processing facilities. It also encompasses studying and
coordinating current and future demand levels across the industrial, transport,
and logistics sectors, alongside exploring export opportunities to global
markets.

This
signing complements the MoU HYNAT SA previously signed with the Ministry of
Energy and Minerals in February 2025, which granted the company rights to
conduct technical feasibility studies, adhering to a clear timeline that aligns
with Oman’s national energy strategy priorities.

Emile
Hoogsteden, the CEO of SOHAR Port, stated that this MoU embodies SOHAR Port and
Freezone’s commitment to supporting Oman’s vision for clean energy by
contributing to the exploration and development of natural hydrogen resources.

He
added that this partnership with HYNAT SA will serve as a crucial pillar in
building a hydrogen-based economy and reinforcing SOHAR Port and Freezone’s
position as a pivotal hub for low-carbon solutions and sustainable industrial
growth.

For
his part, Stéphane Aver, Chairman of the Board of HYNAT, remarked that this
collaboration represents a practical step towards developing the natural
hydrogen sector as a renewable and low-carbon source, accelerating the
transformation of the global energy system. He expressed anticipation for
achieving real added value that supports Oman’s sustainable development goals.

—Ends/AG