Surge in Associated Gas Output by 11%: Implications for Oman’s Energy Sector and Investment Opportunities
MUSCAT: By the end of May 2025, the Sultanate of Oman saw a slight increase of 0.3 percent in total natural gas production and imports, totaling 22.716 billion cubic meters, as reported by the National Centre for Statistics and Information.
This growth was largely fueled by a notable 11.1 percent rise in associated gas production, which reached 5.177 billion cubic meters, compared to 4.658 billion cubic meters in the same period of 2024. However, non-associated gas production, including imports, experienced a decline of 2.5 percent, dropping to 17.538 billion cubic meters.
When examining consumption, gas usage in industrial projects fell by 6 percent to 11.458 billion cubic meters. Conversely, power generation experienced a 3 percent increase, with consumption rising to 5.810 billion cubic meters.
Furthermore, gas consumption in oil fields and related sectors, such as mining and cement production, surged by 13.3 percent, reaching 5.333 billion cubic meters. Industrial zones also saw a 7 percent increase in gas consumption, totaling 113.8 million cubic meters. — ONA
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Oman’s marginal increase in natural gas production presents opportunities for investors in the energy sector, particularly in associated gas production, which saw notable growth. However, the decline in non-associated gas production and a drop in industrial consumption may pose risks for businesses, urging entrepreneurs to reevaluate their strategies. Smart investors should focus on sectors showing increased gas consumption, such as power generation and industrial zones, to capitalize on emerging trends.
