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Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Musandam Governorate holds meeting to boost exports, imports and logistics
Khasab: Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam chaired a meeting today with government officials, private sector representatives, specialists, and members of the municipal council to discuss ways to enhance export and import activities through the governorate's official ports, particularly Khasab Port, which serves as a vital hub for economic development in the region. The meeting comes as part of broader efforts to maximise the benefits of Musandam's strategic location and logistical potential, supporting economic growth and contributing to the national objectives outlined in Oman Vision 2040. Discussions focused on streamlining the movement of goods, developing infrastructure to strengthen the logistics sector, and exploring mechanisms to boost cross-border trade while increasing local value-added through export promotion and import diversification. The attendees also emphasised the importance of generating direct and indirect employment opportunities for the locals of Musandam through these activities, reinforcing sustainable development in the governorate.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Business
- Times of Oman
Branch of UTAS in Musandam contributes to comprehensive development
Khasab: The establishment of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Musandam Governorate is a strategic project with economic, scientific, tourism, and social dimensions. It forms part of the comprehensive development and urban strategy to advance the governorate, aligning with the "Oman Vision 2040". The project is expected to contribute to balanced development across Oman's governorates, attract investment in projects and services, and enhance the governorate's economic system, including marine eco-tourism, the fisheries sector, logistics transport services, and renewable energy investments. Dr. Said Hamad Al Rubaee, Vice Chancellor of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, emphasised that the Musandam branch will strengthen human development factors, increase job opportunities for the local community, and supply the labour market with graduates who meet the requirements of the comprehensive development plan. This will be achieved through high-quality educational and training programmes that reinforce national identity and social values while equipping graduates with modern knowledge and skills for life and work. In a statement to Oman News Agency (ONA), he said that the establishment of the University of Technology and Applied Sciences branch in Musandam Governorate marks the first higher education institution in the governorate, aimed at developing Omani human resources and serving as a key driver of social and economic progress. The current admission plan anticipates around 750 students across various specialisations upon the graduation of the first cohort with bachelor's degrees. The number of enrolled and admitted students is expected to grow annually after the completion of the branch's permanent building. He noted that in the 2024/2025 academic year, the university's total student number reached 46,875, including 22,503 male students (48%) and 24,372 female students (52%), in addition to 147 postgraduate students. During the same academic year, the Musandam branch enrolled 328 students. The university offers diverse specialisations across its six colleges: Creative Industries, Education, Applied Sciences and Pharmacy, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Computing and Information Sciences, and Engineering and Technology. These programs are available at diploma, advanced diploma, and bachelor's levels. At the Musandam branch during the 2024/2025 academic year, several unique and in-demand programmes were introduced, aligned with the Fourth Industrial Revolution, including cloud computing, financial technology, digital business and analytics, and education. The university also plans to introduce scientific specialisations in the second phase, covering marine navigation, marine systems design, and marine product processing technology. These programmes are expected to attract students from across Oman and beyond. He explained that, till the completion of the permanent branch building, a temporary facility has been leased to accommodate students and staff. The interim building includes classrooms, academic and administrative offices, computer and science labs, a library, meeting halls, and other service facilities. As for the final designs for the main branch buildings in Khasab, he affirmed that pre-qualification for the project has been completed, and bids from companies are currently being analysed by the university's consultancy office and specialists. The permanent building will be designed in the shape of Oman's five-petaled desert rose, featuring administrative and academic buildings, engineering workshops, a theater, a library, restaurants, student and staff housing complexes, and green spaces. Dr. Said added that future plans for the Musandam branch include establishing a marine sciences department in a prime location in Bukha. The design will resemble the "sextant," a navigation tool historically used by Omani sailors, and will feature a control tower for boat competitions, a racing circuit, workshops, offices, labs, and classrooms—all meeting global standards for higher education institutions.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
OPEC Fund provides $212mln loan to Oman for Khasab-Daba-Lima Road project
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund) has signed a $212 million loan agreement with Oman to finance the Khasab-Daba-Lima Road Project (Sultan Faisal bin Turki Road) in the Musandam Governorate. The agreement constitutes the second tranche of a total approved loan of $392 million for the project. In October 2024, the Fund had signed a $180 million loan agreement as first tranche in support of the project. The Khasab-Daba-Lima Road Project comprises a two-lane single carriageway asphalt road, spanning approximately 70 km, between the cities of Khasab, Daba, and Lima, facilitating better access to markets and ensuring safer transport of goods and people. (Writing by P Deol; Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Zawya
2 days ago
- Politics
- Zawya
Oman: Musadnam ratchets up preparedness for hazardous materials
Bukha: Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said al Busaidy, Governor of Musandam, visited the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) in the Wilayat of Khasab, on Tuesday. During the visit, the governor reviewed a presentation provided by the Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team. The visit aimed to inspect the level of preparedness and enhance joint coordination between the CDAA and relevant authorities to effectively respond to any emergency. The Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team at the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority also held a meeting in Musandam Governorate under the chairmanship of Maj Gen Sulaiman bin Ali al Hussaini, Chairman of the CDAA, in the presence of representatives of relevant authorities. This meeting comes within the framework of efforts to enhance preparedness to respond to any hazardous materials incidents. During the meeting, response plans and unified operational procedures were reviewed in addition to enhancing coordination and integration between various authorities to achieve an effective response to hazardous materials incidents. This meeting reflects the CDAA's commitment to enhancing risk management efficiency and activating institutional partnerships among relevant authorities. 2022 © All right reserved for Oman Establishment for Press, Publication and Advertising (OEPPA) Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Times of Oman
3 days ago
- General
- Times of Oman
CDAA Chairman leads meeting to optimise hazardous response plans
Muscat: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA), has held a meeting to enhance preparedness and readiness to respond to hazardous materials incidents in Musandam Governorate. The Hazardous Materials Incident Response Team at the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority held a meeting in Musandam Governorate, chaired by the Major General, Chairman of the Civil Defense and Ambulance Authority, with the attendance of several representatives of relevant authorities. This meeting comes within the framework of efforts to enhance preparedness and readiness to respond to hazardous materials incidents. During the meeting, response plans and standard operating procedures were discussed, in addition to enhancing coordination and integration among various entities to achieve an effective response to hazardous materials incidents. This meeting reflects the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority's commitment to enhancing risk management efficiency and activating institutional partnerships among relevant authorities.
