New Pact for Makers Oman Centre: What It Means for Innovation and Business Growth in Oman
Muscat, February 24 — The Industrial Innovation Academy, a key division of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), has entered into a partnership with Bara’ah Academy to manage the Makers Oman Centre. This strategic agreement is designed to enhance the centre’s visibility, deliver comprehensive training and accredited certifications, support entrepreneurs and startups in developing market-ready products, and conduct community initiatives to raise awareness about manufacturing and related programs.
Makers Oman Centre serves as a prototyping hub operating at the pre-commercial stage of project development. It offers open workshops and a prototyping design laboratory tailored for manufacturing, creating an ideal environment for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. The centre is equipped with advanced machinery and equipment to aid prototype creation, providing entrepreneurs with essential tools and workspace.
The centre houses several specialized units, including metal fabrication, 3D printing, wood manufacturing, and a multipurpose hall. Its core activities focus on business incubation, SME development, capacity building through technical and specialized training, as well as prototyping and innovation support.
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The launch of Makers Oman Centre signals a strategic boost to Oman’s innovation ecosystem, creating pivotal opportunities for businesses to develop and prototype market-ready products efficiently. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should leverage this hub’s advanced facilities and training programs to accelerate product development, reduce time-to-market, and foster industrial SMEs growth in Oman’s evolving manufacturing sector.
