Business
Oman Economic Review
Leading Smart Transformation
Information Technology Authority is developing a long-term strategy until 2030 for creating smart cities
5 min |
April 2018
Oman Economic Review
PDO-Backed Drilling Equipment Factory Opens In Nizwa
PDO-Backed Drilling Equipment Factory Opens In Nizwa
2 min |
October 2017
Oman Economic Review
Ominvest To Raise RO50mn In Bond Issue
Oman International Development and Investment Company is gearing up to publicly issue an RO50mn perpetual bond to seize future growth
2 min |
October 2017
Oman Economic Review
Taking On Challenges
Be passionate about everything you do. Whatever you set your heart and mind to do, you can do it; the choices are yours to make, says Ahlam Nasser Al Tauqi, Tendering and Contracts Manager, Rukun Al Yaqeen International, a winner of NTI BizPro Awards 2017. Oommen John P reports
3 min |
October 2017
Oman Economic Review
Taking The Plunge
Don’t complain but be a constructive thinker. Choose what is right but don’t be ignorant, says Mohammed Yahya Al Jabri, Head of Business Strategy, NBO in an interview to Oommen John P
2 min |
October 2017
Oman Economic Review
A Sustainable Community
The Ras Al Hamra residential redevelopment project is to be implemented in five phases by 2023. Phase-1, which includes 280 residential units, an international school, mosque and a golf course, has been completed, says Development Manager, Ahmed Al-Shaibani, in an interview to Oommen John P
3 min |
September 2017
Oman Economic Review
Gateways To Future Growth
Ports and free zones are becoming game-changers for Oman’s longterm economic growth, as the government is focusing on logistics to supplant the hydrocarbon sector as the nation’s economic mainstay.
10+ min |
September 2017
Oman Economic Review
Voltamp To Supply 4,900 Transformers To Kahramaa
Voltamp Energy’s subsidiary, Voltamp Oman Transformer Company, has been awarded two contracts worthRO34mn for the supply of power transformers to the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation
2 min |
September 2017
Oman Economic Review
Duqm Authority Signs RO199mn Contract To Build Liquid Berth
Special Economic Zone Authority Duqm (SEZAD) signed a RO199.1mn engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract with Boskalis Westminster (Oman) for building a liquid berth at Duqm.
1 min |
September 2017
Oman Economic Review
‘Hello Karachi' Restaurant Opens In Muscat
Hello Karachi, a new Pakistani restaurant opened its first branch in Muscat recently, coinciding with the Independence Day of Pakistan.
1 min |
September 2017
Oman Economic Review
Scaling New Heights
Orpic has broken ground for EPC 3 of its Liwa Plastics Industries Complex in Fahud, which will bring for the first time to Oman a natural gas extraction plant worth $688mn
2 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Energising The Future
Oman Oil Company and Kuwait Petroleum International signed a JV to set up Duqm Refinery and Petrochemicals Complex at a cost of $7bn. Once completed, the refinery will produce diesel, naphta, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and jet fuel.
3 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Weathering The Storm
OER presents our 18th annual review of Oman’s top 20 leading listed companies for the year 2016
10+ min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Quality Education
Muscat University offers a viable local alternative for Omani students and expatriate students resident in Oman who otherwise might feel obliged to travel outside the country for access to appropriate higher education opportunities, says Vice-Chancellor, Professor Anthony Cahalan, in an interview with Oommen John P
3 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Oman-based Film-maker Wins President's Award At The National Film Awards In India
Eminent film producer based in Oman, Akshay Kumar Parija’s latest movie ‘Kadvi Hawa’ (Dark Wind) has won the President’s Award at the 64th National Film Awards in India.
1 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Golf Bags Go Free With Oman Air
Oman Air’s decision to allow passengers to take their golf bags free of charge will encourage golf tourism in Oman
2 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Redefining Luxury
The newest Discovery family model, the AllNew Discovery, will make its debut in Oman on May 10, 2017 at Al Mouj Golf
2 min |
May 2017
Oman Economic Review
Luxury Meets Performance
The MY18 Levante has an array of hi-tech features, including electric power steering and the addition of new active functions to the existing driving assistance systems. Oommen John P reports from Ras Al Khaimah.
4 min |
December 2017
Oman Economic Review
Feature-Laden
The 2018 Hyundai Sonata features a selection of advanced, all-alloy four-cylinder engines. Options in the Middle East include 2.0 and 2.4-liter MPI engines, 2.4 GDI engine, and a highly developed 2.0-liter turbocharged GDI. Oommen John P checks out the 2018 model at the Sonata Media Test Drive in the picturesque Salalah.
5 min |
December 2017
Oman Economic Review
Providing Innovative Solutions
Ananth A V, Director Oman & India, LuLu Group International shares his thoughts on Oman Avenues Mall winning the Best ‘Cause related marketing campaign’ award. An OER interview.
3 min |
December 2017
Oman Economic Review
Bright Prospects
Mohammed Al Naki, Chairman of Arab International Aluminium Conference (Arabal), talks about the growth prospects and challenges of the regional aluminium industry, in an interview with Muhammed Nafie.
3 min |
December 2017
Oman Economic Review
Experience Beyond Expectations
The Lexus 350 strikes an enviable balance between performance, design and luxury. An OER review
2 min |
January 2018
Oman Economic Review
Celebrating Luxury
The third edition of The Luxury 100 was unveiled at a glittering event at Muscat Bay last month where the winners of The Luxury Awards were also announced.
2 min |
January 2018
Oman Economic Review
Robust Growth
The banking sector in Oman continued to witness reasonable growth in both credit and deposits
2 min |
January 2018
Oman Economic Review
In consolidation mode
The year 2017 marked a new chapter in the Omani insurance sector. Powered by a higher capital base gained through IPO and mergers, the local players are now large enough to underwrite more risks and retain premiums within the country. An OER report
5 min |
January 2018
Oman Economic Review
Diversification Is The Key
A strong manufacturing industry is fundamental to Oman’s continued prosperity and vital to boosting the Sultanate’s non-oil exports, says Nicholas P Barakat, CEO of OCTAL
4 min |
January 2018
Oman Economic Review
Muscat-Sohar Pipeline, Al Jefnain Terminal Start Operations
Commercial operations at the $320mn-Muscat Sohar Product Pipeline (MSPP) project through its main fuel terminal in Al Jefnain have been started by Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company (Orpic).
1 min |
November 2017
Oman Economic Review
Oman Porcelain Launches Metallic, Large-Sized Tiles
Oman Porcelain Company has launched a premium and exclusive range of lavish metallic and large-sized tiles called Metallica and Garnde respectively, at the recently held India-Oman Business Meet in Sohar.
1 min |
November 2017
Oman Economic Review
In A Class Of Its Own
The new Mercedes-Benz V-Class is an ideal choice for those whom spaciousness, style and comfort are prerequisites
3 min |
November 2017
Oman Economic Review
Sporty And Versatile
The Ferrari V8 four-seater, the GTC4Lusso T, is aimed at drivers seeking a car that is sporty and dynamic, as well as being perfect for driving on a daily basis. Oommen John P reports.
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