Shabab Oman II concludes successful international voyage

AL MUSANNAH: The Royal Navy of Oman's vessel Shabab Oman II returned home on Wednesday following the successful completion of its seventh international voyage, 'Glories of the Seas 2025.' The vessel conducted an extensive tour of European ports,...

Meet the first Omani woman behind the wheel of a bus

In the early morning light, a scarlet red Mwasalat bus hums steadily through the streets of Muscat. Behind the wheel, wearing a calm smile and confident gaze, sits Huda al Mahrooqi, the first Omani woman to drive a public transport bus in the...

Queen had to know about Andrew’s ’40 prostitutes’ in 4 days on Thai trip: author

When the former Prince Andrew was the U.K.’s Special Representative for International Trade and Investment from 2001 to 2011, he used taxpayer-funded trips to “line his pockets,” play golf and “chase women,” including when he allegedly had 40...

Oman Tank and Dutch Royal Vopak create new company in Oman SEZ

Oman achieves major breakthrough in government project efficiency, saves over RO 30 million

MUSCAT – Key achievements include a substantial 43 percent reduction in tender estimated costs, generating financial savings exceeding RO 30 million through enhanced governance frameworks and public expenditure optimization initiatives. Tender...

Oman successfully concludes major oil pollution control exercise ‘Nawras 2025’ in Musandam

MUSCAT – The large-scale exercise was implemented in cooperation with OQ Exploration and Production Company and involved the participation of several military and civilian entities. The exercise aimed to strengthen national preparedness and...

Etihad Rail's luxury train service to begin in 2028 'if all goes to plan'

The launch of the Etihad Rail passenger service next year will be followed by a luxury train service in 2028 “if all goes according to plan”, according to the Italian hospitality company responsible for building the carriages. Paolo Barletta,...

Oman’s tourism ministry signs agreement to manage and operate Al Awabi Fort

MUSCAT : The agreement was signed by His Excellency Eng. Ibrahim bin Saeed Al Kharousi, Undersecretary for Heritage at the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, and Abdul Hamid bin Abdul Rahman Al Kharousi, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Al...

Central Bank of Oman announces auction results of 77th GDB issue

MUSCAT : According to a media release issued by CBO’s Market Operations Department, the 77th GDB Issue, which received overwhelming response from investors, has received applications amounted RO 219,320,100. The average yield was 4.08 percent at...

Oman: Women key to sustainable tourism entrepreneurship

SUHAR: A forum on 'Sustainable Women’s Tourism Projects' was recently held in the Wilayat of Suhar, spotlighting the growing role of Omani women in advancing sustainable tourism and entrepreneurship. The event took place under the auspices of Dr...

Oasis Trading to launch new Cat 345 hydraulic excavator in Muscat

Oasis Trading has announced plans to host an exclusive industry event to officially launch the new Cat® 345 Hydraulic Excavator in Muscat, Oman. This model is a significant addition to the Cat range of excavators, as it has been specifically...

Oman’s ‘cancer crusader’ shares insights on cancer awareness in the sultanate

October is observed annually as Breast Cancer Month and various programmes have been held in the sultanate to increase cancer awareness. One of the tireless crusaders in this field, Dr Rajyashree Narayankutty, proprietor of Barakath al Noor Clinic...

Oman: Major deals in energy, logistics and tourism

Al DUQM: The Duqm Economic Forum 2025 opened with a series of landmark agreements that underscored the Sultanate of Oman’s growing influence as a regional hub for sustainable industries, logistics and tourism. Bringing together international...

Oman: MSX announces 6th edition of MSX Chairman’s Dialogue

MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has announced the upcoming edition of its flagship Chairman’s Dialogue, to be held on November 10, 2025, under the theme “Maximising Finance for Development”. Hosted by Mohammed bin Mahfoodh al Ardhi,...

Oman: Duqm forum 2025 launches new era of growth

AL DUQM: “Duqm Leads Change” — the Duqm Economic Forum 2025 brought together over 400 participants and more than 50 speakers from around the world, showcasing Oman’s leadership in economic development and strategic competitiveness. Held under the...

“Shabab Oman II” returns home triumphant after spreading Oman’s message of peace across Europe

MUSCAT : The voyage, which spanned 15,300 nautical miles and touched 15 countries and 24 ports across Europe, served as a floating symbol of Omani heritage, friendship, and global peace, embodying the nation’s Vision 2040 goals of cultural...

Gulftainer launches newest India-GCC maritime service

Gulftainer, a global leader in integrated maritime and logistics solutions, has launched its India-Gulf Express (GIX) - the newest maritime service designed to enhance regional trade and logistics between West India and the Gulf countries. GIX...

Oman: Forum looks at strengthening cybersecurity collaboration

MUSCAT: With broad participation from government and private sector entities, the Cyber Partnership Forum for Security Awareness was inaugurated at the InterContinental Muscat with the aim at unifying efforts in the field of cybersecurity,...

Al Sunaynah cultivates RO 23 million in food projects by 2025 boosting Oman’s food security

MUSCAT : The initiatives, scheduled for completion by 2025, include several strategic projects aimed at increasing local food production and ensuring long-term sustainability. Among them is a wheat cultivation and production project by Hamalil...

Jeyhun Bayramov met with Chairman of State Council of Sultanate of Oman

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov met with Chairman of the State Council of Oman Sheikh Abdulmalik Al Khalili within the framework of his official visit to the Sultanate of Oman, MFA told APA. During the...