Phase 1 of Al Suwaiq Industrial City to Launch This Year: Key Opportunities for Investors and Entrepreneurs in Oman
The Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn) is progressing with the infrastructure and utilities development for Phase 1 of Al Suwaiq Industrial City, located in Al Batinah North Governorate. The project is currently undergoing technical and financial evaluation of bids submitted by various companies, with construction planned to begin in 2026.
Hamood Al Balushi, Assistant Director General of Al Suwaiq Industrial City, explained that the first phase covers an area of five million square meters and includes the construction of internal roads, as well as water, electricity, and sewage networks, alongside other essential infrastructure and facilities.
The tender also involves the establishment of multiple greenhouse units to implement advanced agri-tech solutions aimed at enhancing food security and boosting agricultural investments and related industries.
Al Balushi noted that despite the city still being in the infrastructure preparation stage, Al Suwaiq Industrial City received over 14 investment applications in 2025 from various sectors such as food, marble, plastics, and building materials. Two projects have already been localized, occupying more than 6,800 square meters with a combined investment value of approximately RO 400,000. The city’s management is currently reviewing remaining applications for localization in the next phase.
Madayn offers attractive incentives to investors at Al Suwaiq Industrial City, including a two-year rental exemption followed by a 50% rent reduction for the next three years. These incentives aim to establish the city as a preferred destination for both local and foreign investment, supported by modern infrastructure and streamlined government services provided by Madayn.
Studies conducted by Madayn have identified investment opportunities aligned with Oman’s economic diversification strategy and Vision 2040. Al Suwaiq Industrial City focuses on attracting investments in sectors such as petrochemicals, food, modern agriculture, energy and supporting technologies, recycling and environmental industries, light and medium industries, pharmaceuticals, technology and innovation, heavy industries, and logistics.
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The development of Al Suwaiq Industrial City’s Phase 1 infrastructure, coupled with attractive incentives like rent exemptions and reductions, presents a strategic opportunity for businesses to tap into a growing industrial hub aligned with Oman Vision 2040. Smart investors should consider early entry to benefit from the government’s push for diversification, particularly in emerging sectors like agri-tech, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing. However, timely action is crucial as initial investment interest is already strong, signaling potential competition for prime industrial space.
