Oman’s First Riyada-Certified SME at Key US Forum: What It Means for Business Growth and Investment Opportunities
BUSINESS REPORTER
MUSCAT, JAN 14 – Demonstrating the expanding influence of Omani small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) locally and regionally, a Muscat-based company has become the first Riyada-certified SME to participate in the prestigious Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting. This significant event is currently taking place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Centre in Washington, DC, and is recognized as one of the world’s largest and most impactful forums dedicated to transportation and infrastructure.
Marmol Integrated, an expert in integrated slope protection solutions, is showcasing a diverse portfolio of successfully completed projects both within Oman and internationally. The company emphasizes its practical experience and innovative engineering approaches in slope protection, road construction, and infrastructure development, particularly in complex and challenging terrains.
Marmol Integrated’s services include mountain studies, geological risk assessments, engineering design for protection systems, and the comprehensive execution of slope protection works. These services adhere to stringent technical and environmental standards to guarantee long-term safety and sustainability.
In addition to its engineering expertise, Marmol is presenting advanced digital and artificial intelligence-based solutions aimed at asset digitalization within the renewable energy and oil and gas sectors. These solutions integrate satellite imagery and unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) with AI-powered data analytics platforms to enhance site studies, risk evaluations, asset monitoring, and technical decision-making processes with heightened accuracy and efficiency.
The TRB Annual Meeting, overseen by the US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, attracts approximately 14,000 participants from numerous countries. Attendees include representatives from government bodies, engineering firms, research institutions, universities, and specialised organisations. The event features hundreds of exhibitors, thousands of technical sessions, workshops, and research presentations.
Participation in TRB offers a global stage for demonstrating expertise and projects to international decision-makers and industry leaders. It also facilitates strategic partnerships and business growth beyond local markets, provides access to the latest research and technological innovations, and significantly boosts the international profile and reputation of participating organisations.
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Marmol Integrated’s participation as the first Riyada-certified SME at the prestigious TRB Annual Meeting signals Omani SMEs’ rising regional and global prominence in infrastructure and tech innovation. For businesses, this underscores the importance of integrating advanced digital and AI solutions to enhance competitiveness and sustainability. Smart investors should now consider tapping into Oman’s growing expertise in engineering and tech-driven asset management, positioning themselves early in sectors linked to infrastructure, renewable energy, and digital transformation.
