Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — The Government of the Sultanate of Oman has finalized its acquisition of SalamAir, marking a strategic shift in the nation’s aviation sector.
Despite the change in ownership, officials have confirmed that both Oman Air and SalamAir will continue to operate as fully independent brands, each preserving its own operational identity, fleet, and range of services.
According to the Emirates News Agency, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, Said bin Hamoud Al Maawali, explained that the move is designed to reduce overlap in the destination networks of the two airlines.
By doing so, the government aims to ensure optimal utilization of their fleets while expanding air connectivity both within the Sultanate and across the wider region.
Speaking to the Oman News Agency, the minister added that the new structure will enhance operational efficiency and offer travelers broader options and greater diversity across the two economic categories that the carriers serve.
He further noted that this strategic transformation is expected to improve the financial position of both airlines, as well as associated ground services companies, through refined cost structures and enhanced revenue quality.
