Oman’s Power Output Surges 15.6%: What This Growth Means for Investors and Business Opportunities
MUSCAT: Oman’s electricity sector demonstrated robust growth by the end of March 2026, driven by rising demand across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Preliminary figures from the National Centre for Statistics and Information reveal that total electricity production surged by 16 percent to 10,544 gigawatt-hours (GWh), up from 9,091.4 GWh during the same period in 2025. This increase highlights ongoing consumption growth linked to economic activity and seasonal factors.
Net electricity production—including purchases by the Oman Power and Water Procurement Company and the Rural Areas Electricity Company—rose by 15.6 percent to 10,216.1 GWh, compared to 8,840.5 GWh a year earlier. This rise signals a notable increase in end-user demand and greater grid utilization.
In contrast, water production declined by 2.8 percent to 118,412.6 million cubic meters. Muscat Governorate experienced the largest reduction, with output falling 5.2 percent to 46,259 million cubic meters from 48,787.4 million cubic meters. Other governorates saw a 2.4 percent decrease to 53,206.1 million cubic meters. However, Dhofar Governorate recorded a 2.5 percent increase to 18,947.5 million cubic meters, suggesting improved supply conditions or changing seasonal demand patterns. — ONA
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The 16% surge in electricity production signals robust economic growth and rising consumer demand in Oman, offering significant opportunities for energy sector investments and infrastructure expansion. However, the simultaneous decline in water production—particularly in Muscat—poses risks for industries reliant on water-intensive processes, urging smart investors and entrepreneurs to consider integrated resource management and sustainable solutions to balance energy and water needs efficiently.
