Local Production of Wind Towers: Omani-Spanish Partnership Boosts Renewable Energy Sector and Investment Opportunities
Muscat: Ophiolite Oman LLC, a subsidiary of the renowned A Mohamed & Ahmed Al Khonji Group Co., has signed a strategic agreement with Spain’s Windtechnic Engineering. This partnership aims to collaborate on the manufacturing and supply of wind towers for renewable energy projects in the Sultanate of Oman.
The agreement supports Oman Vision 2040 and the national strategy for diversifying energy sources by emphasizing sustainable and renewable solutions. This collaboration leverages Ophiolite Oman’s expertise in engineering and precast concrete production alongside Windtechnic’s extensive experience in the design and construction of wind towers. Together, they will enhance the development of renewable energy infrastructure, facilitating Oman’s transition to clean energy.
Tariq bin Najeeb Al Khonji, Managing Director of Ophiolite Oman, remarked that this partnership underscores the company’s commitment to advancing the national agenda for renewable energy. He highlighted that the project represents a significant step toward localizing advanced technologies in the wind tower manufacturing sector, aligning with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.
Al Khonji further noted that this initiative will enhance local content by transferring knowledge and advanced technologies to the Omani market. It also aims to develop national talent in wind tower manufacturing and related industrial processes, creating direct employment opportunities for Omani youth in engineering, production, and operations. This effort will bolster the country’s capabilities in managing advanced industrial projects.
Market studies estimate the wind tower manufacturing sector in Oman to be valued at approximately RO 120 million, positioning it as a key component of the national green economy and aligning with the nation’s objectives for economic diversification and clean energy.
Windtechnic, based in San Sebastián, Spain, is recognized globally as a leader in the engineering and design of hybrid concrete wind towers for wind energy projects. Its expertise encompasses structural design, manufacturing, and supervision of tower installations worldwide. Through this partnership, both companies seek to introduce state-of-the-art technologies and international standards into the Omani market while enhancing local capabilities in the renewable energy sector.
Álvaro Landera, General Manager of Windtechnic Engineering, emphasized that the collaboration with Ophiolite Oman is a crucial step toward localizing clean energy solutions in the Sultanate. He noted that this project opens new avenues for regional collaboration in wind tower manufacturing and for developing local technical competencies in line with international standards.
The project will unfold in industrial phases, including design, preparation, and the establishment of production lines, with operations anticipated to begin in the first quarter of 2026.
Caption: Tariq bin Najeeb Al Khonji, Managing Director of Ophiolite Oman, signs the partnership agreement with Álvaro Landera, General Manager of Windtechnic Engineering.
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The strategic partnership between Ophiolite Oman and Windtechnic Engineering marks a significant step towards advancing Oman’s renewable energy sector in alignment with Oman Vision 2040. This collaboration not only enhances local capabilities and content but also presents substantial opportunities for job creation and technological advancement in wind tower manufacturing. Investors and entrepreneurs should consider engaging in this expanding market, as it is poised for growth and aligns with the country’s economic diversification objectives.
