On how infrastructure development and digitalisation are helping to drive industry expansion How can tourism development ensure genuine economic participation by local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and communities? SHABIB AL MAAMARI: Tourism development today must go beyond building hotels and attractions – it must create value that stays in the community. The strategy now is to…
This report examines the economic value of environmental protection in Oman and the role of environmental governance in supporting resilience, competitiveness and sustainable growth.The publication, produced in partnership with the sultanate’s Environment Authority (EA), explores how environmental stewardship intersects with infrastructure planning, resource management, investment and diversification…
Oman Petroleum & Energy Show (OPES) is the only event in Oman that serves the entire oil, gas, and energy industry. Under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MoEM), OPES provides an effective business and networking platform, serving as a key meeting point for energy professionals, oil and gas companies, policy and decision makers, and stakeholders. Register now and secure…
Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) underscores the Sultanate’s unwavering commitment to sustainability leadership and climate action. Through innovative strategies aligned with Oman Vision 2040, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the nation’s pledge to achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050, OSW serves as a catalyst for transformative change. A week-long series of strategic events, exhibitions,…
In this Market Profile video, Oxford Business Group, in partnership with Folk Maritime, introduces a new Impact Report examining how global trade realignment is reshaping maritime logistics and connectivity across the Red Sea Corridor, the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, India and South-east Asia. The report explores how shifting trade routes, infrastructure investment and technological innovation
Global trade realignment is reshaping logistics flows across the Red Sea Corridor, Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, India and South-east Asia. This Impact Report examines how new trade routes, infrastructure investment and technological innovation are redefining maritime connectivity and regional competitiveness.The publication – produced in partnership withFolk Maritime, a regional liner headquartered…
Oman's Largest Gathering for Design, Construction & Real Estate Oman Design & Build Week (ODBW) is Oman’s most prominent B2B exhibition and conference for the building construction, design and real estate industry. The 21th edition of ODBW, which includes Oman Design & Build Expo, Real Estate Conference and Oman Real Estate Expo, will take place on 10 - 13 May 2026 at the Oman Convention…
In English Editor's note: This page includes the Arabic version of this report which was first released in March 2025. To read the English version of the report, click here. Oman is embarking on a transformative journey under Vision 2040, combining innovation and sustainability to redefine its economic landscape. This report showcases the sultanate’s wide-ranging efforts to position…
In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG highlights Oman’s growth in non-oil and gas segments. The Gulf region is undergoing a major economic transformation, shifting away from hydrocarbons dependence toward diversified, sustainable growth. Oman exemplifies this shift with strategic investment in emerging sectors like tourism, logistics and green hydrogen, guided by Oman Vision 2040. Backed by
In this Growth Perspectives video, OBG highlights the transformative growth of Oman’s tourism and hospitality sectors, and the key factors driving it. As the sultanate sets its sights on attracting 11m tourists annually by 2040, the tourism and hospitality sectors have opened up and major improvements made to key infrastructure. Oman has promoted key non-oil sectors like tourism and positioned
