Oman Signs OMR4 Million Contract for Chemical Mixing and Oilfield Equipment Project
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Nizwa Industrial City in Oman signed a contract for a new chemical mixing and oilfield equipment maintenance project.
- The OMR4 million project will cover over 25,000 square meters and aims to boost local industrial activity in the oil and gas sectors.
- Nizwa Industrial City has signed over 17 investment contracts totaling OMR12 million in the first half of the year, with an Omanisation rate exceeding 45%.
Nizwa Industrial City, part of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) in Oman, has signed a long-term investment contract to establish a significant project focused on chemical mixing and oilfield equipment maintenance. With an investment exceeding OMR4 million, the project is set to occupy an area larger than 25,000 square meters.
This new venture is expected to significantly enhance industrial activities within the oil and gas sectors. It aims to localize specialized services and projects within the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, thereby supporting in-country value and stimulating economic and industrial growth in the region. The initiative aligns with Madayn's broader strategy to attract high-quality investments to its industrial cities across Oman and foster an integrated industrial environment conducive to economic diversification.
The contract was officially signed by Abdullah Said Al Balushi, Director General of Nizwa Industrial City, and Mohammed Hamad Al Junaibi, representing Rabou Haima Trading and Contracting Company, the executing firm. Al Balushi highlighted the project as a valuable addition to the city's existing operations, emphasizing its contribution to job creation and the diversification of industrial activities. He noted that specialized projects like this are rare in the governorate.
In the first half of 2026, Nizwa Industrial City has been highly active, signing more than 17 investment contracts covering over 50,000 square meters and attracting total investments exceeding OMR12 million. These investments span various sectors, including medical supplies, oil and gas equipment maintenance, plastics, iron, metals, and chemicals. Furthermore, the city boasts an Omanisation rate of over 45% among its workforce of more than 6,100 employees.
Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.