SAP yesterday brought together government leaders, senior business executives and technology experts at SAP Connect Day Oman as organizations across the Sultanate look to turn national AI ambition into measurable outcomes across their operations. The event took place as Oman accelerates
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Standard Chartered forecasts Oman’s GDP growth to reach 3.5% in both 2026 and 2027, supported by resilient non-oil activity and a positive contribution from hydrocarbon production. The Bank expects non-oil growth to remain robust, underpinned by logistics, manufacturing and continued public investment linked to Oman Vision 2040. The outlook is reinforced by a significant
GEMS School Management (GSM), the advisory and operations arm of GEMS Education, and Adrak Developers LLC, a leading real estate development firm in Oman, today announced plans to establish a world-class international school serving families in South Al Batinah, Oman. The partners have signed a term sheet under which GSM will provide pre-operational and operational […]
ClearTax, a global tax compliance and e-invoicing technology company, today announced that Defmacro Software SPC, its Oman entity, has been officially accredited by the Oman Tax Authority as an E-Invoicing Service Provider under the Sultanate’s Fawtara programme. The accreditation authorises ClearTax to support businesses in Oman with the validation, exchange and reporting
ASUS, in collaboration with Intel, announced the opening of a state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab at the Directorate-General of Education in Al Dhahirah Governorate in Ibri. This initiative marks the first AI-focused project by ASUS Education in the region, reiterating the company’s commitment to driving innovation and advancing AI adoption across the
Asyad Group, Oman’s global integrated logistics provider, and CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, headquartered in France, have signed a Framework Agreement to develop, manage, and operate a multipurpose logistics terminal in Sohar. The agreement was signed during the official visit of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin […]
Cheltenham Muscat proudly celebrated the achievement of its students at the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Oman National Qualifier on 6th June 2026, welcoming more than 65 teams from over 14 schools and universities across Muscat for the Sultanate’s largest edition of the competition to date. Organised in partnership with Roboticktick Institute, the official national organiser
AlfaNow, a cross-border payments platform built for how the world moves money today, has announced its official expansion into the Sultanate of Oman through a partnership with First Exchange, approved by the Central Bank of Oman. Through this collaboration, AlfaNow’s services are now live across all major cities of the Sultanate of Oman through First […]
Dubai Investments held a high-level meeting with H.E. Dr. Khalfan bin Saeed Al-Shuaili, Minister of Housing and Urban Planning of the Sultanate of Oman, led by its Vice Chairman and CEO, Khalid bin Kalban, along with senior members of the management team and explored potential investment opportunities in Oman. The discussions focused on identifying strategic […]
Dubai Chamber of Commerce organised a dialogue session recently in collaboration with the Al Batinah North Governorate branch of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Held with the goal of strengthening logistics cooperation between the business communities in Dubai and Oman, the discussions attracted the participation of more than 360 representatives of private
Barceló Hotel Group invites UAE residents and regional travellers to enjoy a well-deserved escape with its latest staycation offer, featuring up to 20% off stays for GCC residents across the UAE and Oman. Designed for spontaneous city getaways, relaxed long weekends, and effortless mini-breaks, the offer combines exclusive perks with the unique character of each […]
Dubai Chambers explored ways to strengthen the resilience of bilateral trade flows with the Sultanate of Oman during a visit today by a delegation led by H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, to Sohar in Oman’s Al Batinah North Governorate. The delegation held a meeting with the Oman Chamber […]
Dynatrace (NYSE: DT), the leading AI-powered observability platform, today announced that Bank Muscat, the Sultanate of Oman’s largest bank by market share, has deployed the Dynatrace® platform to build the country’s first enterprise Command Center in the banking sector, that will strengthen operational resilience and accelerate incident response across critical digital
Yango Ride, part of the international tech company Yango Group, has introduced a series of Ramadan-focused initiatives across the UAE and Oman, designed to support partner drivers during the Holy Month. As mobility patterns shift to later evenings and adjusted schedules, the company is reinforcing its community-led approach through targeted wellbeing programmes, in-app
The MEFMA Conference in Oman brought together over 250+ facility management professionals and industry thought leaders in Muscat, held under the patronage of His Excellency Maqbool bin Ali Sultan Al Lawati, reflecting the sector’s growing role in supporting Oman’s infrastructure development. The conference programme featured a high-level of keynote presentations, technical
Emirates Building Systems (EBS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments PJSC and one of the Middle East’s leading manufacturers of steel structures, has been awarded a major contract to deliver the full structural steel package for the Sayyid Tarik Bin Taimur Cultural Complex, one of Oman’s most significant upcoming cultural developments. Envisioned as a […]
VIWELL, an end-to-end ecosystem that enables balanced workplaces through holistic wellbeing, has strongly recommended that wellbeing in the workplace must be priority for businesses in Oman. This is in line with Oman Vision 2040 and the updated National Health Policy 2025, with the latter emphasizing attractive and conducive work environments and health-supportive
Yango, the ride-hailing service part of Yango Group, has revealed key travel trends shaping the sector across the UAE and Oman. Data from the past year highlights how residents and visitors are using ride-hailing for everything from airport transfers to trips to major shopping destinations, reflecting the growing role of on-demand transport in daily life […]
AAA Marine, formed through a strategic merger between Al Otaiba Investment and RIC Holding, has been announced as the authorised dealer of Ferretti Group (Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, and Itama) in the UAE and Oman. This partnership aligns with Abu Dhabi’s Maritime Tourism Strategy, which seeks to position the UAE’s capital as a leading […]
Gulf Business Machines (Oman), an end-to-end digital solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Fadi Dernaika as its General Manager in Oman. The appointment reflects GBM Oman’s continued commitment to supporting Omani organizations in achieving their strategic goals, fostering innovation and enhancing operational efficiencies. In his new role, Fadi will lead





























