Al Duqm Emerging as Oman’s Green Manufacturing Hub: What This Means for Investors and Entrepreneurs
MUSCAT: On Monday, usufruct agreements were signed for the establishment of a significant wind turbine manufacturing plant within the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD), highlighting Al Duqm’s rising prominence as a key destination for investments in the clean energy sector. Eng Ahmed bin Ali Akaak, CEO of SEZAD, emphasized this development as part of the zone’s expanding role in the emerging renewable energy industry.
The signing ceremony included senior representatives from the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) and Mawarid Turbine, the investor behind Oman’s first wind turbine manufacturing facility.
Eng Akaak described the project as one of several strategic investments designed to position Al Duqm as a vital hub for clean and renewable energy industries, reflecting the zone’s strong investment climate. He noted that the initiative marks Duqm’s entry into wind energy manufacturing, supporting the localisation of sustainable industries and the creation of a national industrial base geared towards energy transition. This aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040.
SEZAD is spearheading the transition to clean energy with an ambitious strategy aiming to achieve 30% clean energy generation within the next five years and target carbon neutrality by 2050.
Al Duqm’s appeal to investors is further strengthened by its vast land availability, abundant wind and solar energy resources, strategic position along global shipping routes, and world-class infrastructure. These factors collectively contribute to lowering energy costs and boosting the region’s competitive edge.
Phase 1 of the wind turbine manufacturing plant commenced in April 2025, with a total investment of RO 70 million. This facility will serve as the region’s first major hub for manufacturing wind turbines and localising renewable energy technologies, while creating new employment opportunities. It is also expected to supply components to ongoing wind energy projects.
The project is anticipated to lower costs and logistical challenges, deliver highly efficient products to both local and international markets, and open expansive opportunities for exporting Omani expertise and products. Additionally, it will generate direct and indirect employment, enhance local content, and increase the overall value added to the national economy.
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The establishment of Oman’s first wind turbine manufacturing plant at SEZAD marks a transformational opportunity for businesses, positioning Al Duqm as a key hub in the clean energy industry aligned with Oman Vision 2040. For investors and entrepreneurs, this creates significant potential in the renewable sector, driven by local demand, export possibilities, and government-backed infrastructure, while also signaling a strategic shift towards sustainability and energy cost reduction. Smart players should prioritize partnerships and innovation in clean tech to capitalize on emerging jobs, localisation, and export-driven growth.
