The Sultanate of Oman celebrated Logistics Day today at an event organised by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, under the patronage of H.E. Anwar bin Hilal Al Jabri, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, at Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, in the presence of H.E. Eng. Said bin Hamood Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, along with a number of Their Excellencies and CEOs of companies operating in the logistics sector.

In his opening remarks, Eng. Abdullah bin Ali Al Busaidi, Director General of Logistics at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, stated that the logistics ecosystem in the Sultanate of Oman plays an integrated developmental role, with its components working in harmony to reflect the renewed renaissance led by His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik - may God protect him - and in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. This is achieved through attracting investments, enhancing supply chain efficiency, and positioning the logistics sector as the second-largest contributor to GDP by 2040.

Al-Busaidi explained that the annual celebration of Logistics Day reaffirms the importance of this sector as one of the fundamental pillars of the national economy, reflecting the depth of Oman's logistics heritage and the continuity of its development. This sector also highlights its role in enhancing integration between various sectors and improving performance efficiency, as confirmed by the positive indicators achieved recently.

He emphasised the Ministry’s keenness, in this edition of Logistics Day, to ensure that the outcomes of the agreements and initiatives go beyond formal signing to create a lasting impact that meets the ambitions of the current phase. The agreements and initiatives are integrated and diverse, starting with investment in people through the training and qualification of specialised logistics personnel, extending to supporting scientific research and innovation, harnessing digital intelligence and logistics technology solutions, and advancing broader pathways in the green economy. This aims to establish an integrated ecosystem that consolidates a modern logistics base capable of competing globally and keeping pace with future aspirations.

Al-Busaidi reviewed the key indicators of growth in the transport and logistics sector, saying: The contribution of the transport and storage sector to the GDP reached approximately 2.23 billion Omani Rials in 2024, rising to 2.35 billion Omani Rials in 2025, recording a growth rate of 5.4%. This performance comes within the context of a greater ambition, as the sector aims to reach 3 billion Omani Rials by 2026. Continuing: The figures show that the sector is becoming a larger contributor to the national economy; the value of investments in the transport and storage sector reached 2.32 billion Omani Rials in 2024, while it reached 3.4 billion Omani Rials in 2025, achieving an increase of approximately 46.6%. While it is targeted to reach around 3.57 billion Omani Rials in 2026.

Al-Busaidi explained that all indicators and figures reflect investors' confidence in the transport and logistics sector and its increasing attractiveness, as a rise exceeding 20% was recorded in the Omani market's share of re-exports. While the target was to reach 14% by 2026, the value of re-exports reached 1.71 billion Omani Rials in 2024, and increased to over 2.0 billion Omani Rials in 2025.

Opportunities and Prospects for the Future of the Logistics Sector

The ceremony included a dialog session titled "Opportunities and Prospects for the Future of the Logistics Sector," in which His Excellency Engineer Khamis bin Mohammed Al-Shamakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology for Transport, and Engineer Abdullah bin Ali Al-Busaidi, Director General of the Oman Logistics Center, participated. The ministry dedicated this session to listening to the ideas and proposals of all sector partners. The session witnessed the presentation of ideas and initiatives from the partners regarding the development of the sector in terms of enhancing investment, localizing industry, attracting foreign companies, strengthening the capabilities of local companies, and adopting advanced technologies in the logistics sector.

Diamond Jubilee Stamp

And in commemoration of the third edition of Logistics Day, the artwork for the diamond jubilee stamp marking the issuance of the first postage stamp was launched, coinciding with the year 2026, which marks the "sixtieth anniversary" of the release of the first Omani postage stamps. In commemoration of this historical legacy, Oman Post launched a special collection to reissue those iconic stamps, which were artistically reimagined by the artist Muayyad Al-Fanna with touches inspired by the original collection.

Strategic merger

The ceremony witnessed the announcement of the completion of the merger between O Bunkering Fleet and Marafi Services, a strategic step considered one of the most significant milestones in the development of the maritime and logistics sector in the Sultanate of Oman. This merger represents a qualitative transformation in the structure of this vital sector and enhances its ability to achieve higher levels of operational efficiency and service integration.

This merger comes in response to the rapid evolution of maritime supply chain requirements and market needs, aiming to enhance performance efficiency, unify operational and financial capabilities, and expand the range of services offered, thereby contributing to the enhancement of local added value and supporting the sustainability of the maritime sector in the Sultanate of Oman, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, which aims to strengthen the role of the logistics sector as a key driver of economic growth.

This development will contribute to raising the standards of maritime services and ship supply in the ports of the Sultanate, thru integrated and more efficient operational solutions, supported by modern management systems and advanced practices in governance and corporate compliance. This integration also serves as a fundamental pillar for supporting national competencies by enhancing job stability, expanding professional development pathways, and transferring knowledge, thereby contributing to the readiness of Omani personnel to lead and operate advanced maritime operations. This integration is expected to enhance the sector's competitiveness at both the regional and international levels, solidifying the Sultanate of Oman's position as an active center in marine supply services and related logistics, while improving the efficiency and reliability of maritime supply chains.

24 investment agreements mark a new era

The agenda of the ceremony also included the announcement of 24 investment agreements in the fields of ports, airports, and transportation and storage activities, as well as the use of smart technologies in the logistics sector. Among them is a memorandum of understanding worth a total of 3.5 million Omani rials over 5 years, concluded between Thunder Logistics in the Sultanate of Oman and RTX Allianz in Uzbekistan, aimed at enhancing cooperation in the field of logistics services. The memorandum of understanding includes the transportation of goods from Uzbekistan to Oman, and their re-export to the Gulf countries, Africa, and beyond, with the provision of integrated services including customs clearance, storage, and distribution. The operations also rely on using the ports and free zones in the Sultanate of Oman as logistical hubs.

Among the packages of agreements concluded, the Omani-Chinese understanding was present, where a memorandum of understanding was signed to enhance future sustainable mobility solutions in the Sultanate of Oman, with the aim of exploring cooperation opportunities between the two parties in the fields of future mobility and green transportation, contributing to the promotion of innovation, supporting the transition toward sustainability, and achieving economic development in the Sultanate of Oman. Among the frameworks of the agreement is the provision of vehicle rental services and smart transportation services for commercial activities related to the vehicle sector, in accordance with the regulations and laws in force in the Sultanate of Oman and without any direct executive obligation.

A collaboration program has also been revealed between Mowasalat and Shabek to develop first and last mile feeder lines. The program aims to develop and implement integrated technical and operational solutions to provide feeder services that efficiently connect with the public bus transport network, contributing to the enhancement of system integration and the improvement of service quality. The project also focuses on supporting first and last mile solutions, ensuring easy access to public transport services and enhancing the user experience.

In addition to the agreement for providing ship refueling services at Duqm Port, which pertains to supplying ships with "bunker fuel" for the consumption of floating vessels and marine facilities, this includes residual fuel oils, distillates, liquefied natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, hydrogen, biofuels, marine lubricants, methanol, ammonia, biofuels, and any other traditional or alternative fuel. A memorandum of understanding was signed between "Smart Box" and "Genacom" regarding the exploration of joint commercial cooperation in benefiting from the services of both parties.

As part of the agreement signed between Transom and Beit Al-Athlat Travel and Tourism Company, an initiative has been launched to provide a more comfortable and easier travel experience for people with special needs. This includes a 50% discount on Transom service fees, dedicated free parking at the branch, free personal assistance, and low-cost transportation services for special cases and the elderly.

In this regard, Asyad Group signed an agreement with OHI Group to provide integrated logistics services, supporting the group's operations and enhancing the efficiency of goods movement and supply chains within and outside the Sultanate of Oman.

9 initiatives

The ceremony included the unveiling of 9 diverse initiatives, the most notable of which was the launch of the "GLS" application. This handling application, developed by Al-Ayadi Al-Fadhila Al-Haditha Company, serves as a unified digital platform that enables customers within the framework of the Salalah Central Market for fruits and vegetables to request the company's services easily and quickly, without the need for traditional procedures, thereby contributing to improving operational efficiency and organizing workflow within the market.

"TAS" was also launched, which is a special project for truck scheduling that provides strategic, operational, and developmental services to enhance the efficiency of Salalah Port, reduce congestion, and lower costs for the business community. Asyad Group announced the launch of the Safe Green Corridor initiative between Salalah Port and Khazaen Dry Port, to ensure the smooth movement of containers between the Sultanate of Oman and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Special offers

The ceremony included the announcement of a series of offers, the most notable of which is the provision by Salam Air, in collaboration with its logistics partner World Cargo Solutions, of discounts ranging from 25% to 50% on shipments departing from Muscat Airport to Salam Air destinations, during the period from May 1 to May 7, 2026.

"Muscat Airports" also announced the extension of the special offer for long-term parking at locations (P5 & P6), aiming to provide flexible and economical parking solutions that support the smooth movement of both travelers and logistics partners. The car rental company "International Rent Car" also offered a 10% discount on all types of cars and a 20% discount on selected models, for a full month. Transom Handling Company offered a Summer 2026 promotion, which includes a 30% discount on all premium services, such as luggage handling, car parking, reception and escort, transportation to and from the airport, home check-in, and luggage transfer from the airport to the home and the free hall.

Logistics companies on the winners' platform

The curtain fell on the third edition of the Logistics Day ceremony with the announcement of the winners of the Best Practices in the Logistics Sector Award for 2026. In the category of Omani products and services, Souq Khaza'in Central for Vegetables and Fruits "Salah" won first place for the "Omani Fruits and Vegetables Incubator" project, while Integrated Access Company came in second place for the "Smart Bus" project in the same category.

In the category of zero neutrality, Innovative Hydrogen Company won first place for its project on engine maintenance using hydrogen extracted from water, while Sarooj Construction Company secured second place for its project on "large-scale low-carbon construction."

In the health and safety category, Tasneem Group won first place for the "iLMS" logistics management system, while Data Technology Company was awarded second place for the "JMCC" management toolkit application project.

In the Omanization category, "Tabashir Al-Izz International" won first place for the NOL Delivery Services project, while the second place went to "Mina Port Services" for the project "Advanced Logistical Solutions for Managing and Developing Ship Fuel Supply Chains in Omani Ports."

In the category of continuous improvement and innovation, the "Sohar – Truck Management Yard (TMY)" project by Nafith Logistics Services won first place, while Salalah Port secured second place with the "Cavotec System" in the same category.