Oman-UAE Railway Network Targets Q4 2027 for Trial Operations Trial operations on the first cross-border railway line connecting the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates are scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter of 2027, according to Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. The announcement marks…

Yango Ride Introduces Group Accounts Feature Across Oman Yango Ride, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has officially launched its new “Group Accounts” feature across the Sultanate of Oman. The digital mobility solution enables a single administrator to centrally coordinate and manage transportation for up to 20 individuals…

Star Drones and Piton Industries Sign Strategic Bilateral MoU in Dhaka Oman-based enterprise Star Drones (part of Modern Star Businesses LLC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bangladeshi green-tech manufacturer Piton Industries Limited. The agreement was formally executed at the Bangladesh Innovation Fair 2026 at the Novo Theatre…

Ministry of Commerce Issues Warning Against Unauthorized Crypto Mining The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) in the Sultanate of Oman has launched a formal regulatory crackdown on unauthorized cryptocurrency mining operations. In a public advisory, the Ministry strictly warned commercial entities, equipment suppliers, and individuals against selling,…

Technical Infrastructure Affected by Unexpected Power Outage Several government digital services and systems across the Sultanate of Oman are experiencing temporary operational disruptions following a power outage that impacted parts of their supporting infrastructure. According to an official statement by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, the power…

Sohar International Achieves Major Milestone with Hong Kong Expansion Sohar International has marked a significant milestone in its international expansion strategy with the official opening of its Asia Pacific Office in Hong Kong. The new strategic outpost is designed to strengthen the bank’s capacity to connect with investors, commercial enterprises,…

Uninterrupted Access to TikTok Restored Across Omani Telecommunications Networks Access to the short-form video platform TikTok has been fully restored for users and businesses across the Sultanate of Oman following a period of temporary connectivity issues. Subscribers across local telecommunication networks can now access video feeds, publish content, and utilize…

Oman Air Creates Historic CGXO Role to Lead Guest Experience Strategy Oman Air has officially announced the recruitment of its first-ever Chief Guest Experience Officer (CGXO), marking an executive-level restructuring aimed at modernizing passenger services. The landmark appointment underscores the national carrier’s strategic commitment to delivering a seamless, highly personalized,…

Omani AI Sector Registers Rapid 91% Expansion by August 2026 The Sultanate of Oman’s artificial intelligence sector is experiencing accelerated commercial expansion, reflecting the nation’s strategic push to establish a competitive, knowledge-based digital economy. According to official data, the number of active Omani companies operating in the AI domain expanded…

WHO Accreditations Expand Oman’s Healthy Cities Network The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially awarded the prestigious “Healthy City” designation to the Wilayats of Barka in South Al Batinah Governorate and Yanqul in Al Dhahirah Governorate. The international recognition marks the culmination of sustained cross-sectoral initiatives, community integration, and public…