In line with the directives of the Omani Government, SOHAR Port and Freezone continues to digitalise its services in order to offer its tenants with high-quality services as well as ease of doing business. In this regard, an easy-to-use online permit management platform, ‘Tasheel’ was officially launched on July 7 by HE Dr Mohammed bin Nasser Al Zaabi, Chairman of the Board, during a digital video conference. Through this system, tenants and service providers can conveniently apply for relevant Port and Freezone permits.
SOHAR Port and Freezone Management will provide the necessary credentials for tenants and service providers when they apply. Tasheel has been set up as a simple and transparent permit application system that also allows for communications and applications, all in one platform. It includes filling out information to apply for Plot Work, Common Area and Special Transport permits. This is the first phase of the Tasheel application and it will see several more features and flexibility options rolled out in the future.
OABC Hosts Private Sector Introduction to Public Authority for Privatisation and Partnership
The Oman American Business Center (OABC) invited its members and special guests to an online introduction to the Public Authority for Privatisation and Partnership (PAPP), to discuss the objectives and process of PAPP and to discuss opportunities open to companies in Oman.
Fouad Eid, Vice President of the OABC, welcomed members and introduced the presenter, Mr. Abraham Akkawi, PPP advisor. Mr. Akkawi defined the work of PAPP clearly for all attendees and discussed the objectives, process and tendering steps to take when working with the Authority.
Samples of projects currently in the pipeline were discussed, including the Misfah Waste Water Plant, Bundle of Schools, Royal Oman Police Hospital and the new Truck Road in Salalah. Attendees were also given time to ask questions at the end of the session, and more details were given on specific opportunities.
Oman Oil Marketing Company Expands One-Stop Service Offerings with LPG Retail Unit Addition
In another first, Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO) has signed an agreement with Muscat Gases Company (MGC) to sell and refill cooking gas cylinders through LPG retail units at select service stations. The five-year partnership is the latest in a line of collaborations OOMCO has secured to transform its service stations into integrated service hubs and drive its customer satisfaction and growth.
Through the agreement, OOMCO customers will be able to drive to select OOMCO service stations to buy and refill cooking gas cylinders for everyday use. The service will be rolled-out in phases with more than 10 stations offering the service in Phase 1. MGC will operate the LPG retail units for a minimum of 12 hours per day from 10.00 AM until 10.00 PM, six days a week, with the option to operate 24/7 according to the business needs of individual sites.