Image Source: GMK Center The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman have signed a AED-117-billion (USD 31.85bn/EUR 29.72bn) investment agreement concerning an industrial and energy megaproject for renewable energy initiatives. The plan includes solar and wind projects as well as green metals production plants, the Ministry of Investment of the UAE has announced. The companies […]
Image Source: Oman News Agency South Korea and Oman are set to reinvigorate their economic relationship with the resumption of the Korea-Oman Economic Cooperation Committee after an eight-year hiatus. The committee, initially scheduled for 2019 but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will reconvene to explore new avenues for collaboration. Trade Minister Inkyo Cheong and […]
Image Source: Energy Tracker Asia A significant leap forward in Oman’s clean energy goals! A consortium led by EDF Group, J-POWER, and Yamna has secured a land grant from Hydrom, Oman’s green hydrogen company, to develop a large-scale green ammonia project. Key Points: Location: Dhofar Governorate, Oman (on a 341km² land block) Production Capacity: 1 […]
Image Source: Fast Company Middle East Oman’s Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) is offering a specialized training program to equip entrepreneurs with the skills needed to thrive in the green hydrogen and renewable energy sectors. Focus on Growth: This five-week program targets SMEs and startups. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge […]
Image Source: Energy Capital & Power Foreign Ministers Sayyid Badr Albusaidi of Oman and Mohamed Salem Ould Marzouk of Mauritania met in Nouakchott, Mauritania, for a crucial round of talks. The aim? To solidify cooperation between their countries and explore new areas of mutual benefit. The discussion covered a broad range of sectors, pinpointing trade, […]
Image Source: WAM.AE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman have embarked on a groundbreaking $32 billion green megaproject, aiming to become regional leaders in sustainable development. This ambitious initiative, reported by RenewablesNow, encompasses several key areas: Renewable Energy Powerhouse: The project prioritizes large-scale renewable energy initiatives, including solar and wind power generation. Specific details […]
Image Source: PVTECH Over the next three years, Oman Electricity Transmission Company (OETC) plans to progressively connect approximately twelve major projects across sectors like Industrial, Oil & Gas, Mining, Power, and Crypto-Mining to the national grid. These initiatives collectively require over 1600 MW of power when fully operational. The largest among these projects is United […]
Image Source: EnergyCouncil Oman’s Foreign Minister, Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, and Algeria’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Attaf, co-chaired the eighth session of the Omani-Algerian Joint Committee in Algiers, focusing on enhancing bilateral ties with a special emphasis on renewable energy cooperation. Both nations underscored the depth of their historical, cultural, and social connections, expressing mutual aspirations to […]
Image Source: Riviera Maritime Media Oman and TotalEnergies have embarked on a groundbreaking project, Marsa LNG, that redefines the future of LNG production in the Middle East. This innovative venture, located at the Port of Sohar, will be the first-of-its-kind solar-powered LNG facility, significantly reducing its environmental impact. A Long-Standing Partnership Strengthens: A visit by […]
Image Source: Power World Analysis Nama Power said in response to its request for qualification, it had received 12 submissions for qualification submitted by local and international developers Oman’s Nama Power and Water Procurement Company has announced that leading global and regional utility majors are in the race for the development of the 500 MW […]