Although relatively isolated in Oman’s southern region of Dhofar, the city of Salalah has become a major hub for trans-shipment. Built in the late 1990s, the Port of Salalah is Oman’s largest seaport and among the 30 biggest container ports in the world.
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Articles & Analysis | Southern timing: The city of Salalah aims to become a major trans-shipment hub from The Report: Oman 2013
Articles & Analysis | Top marks: As accolades raise its profile, regulatory changes make it easier to visit the sultanate from The Report: Oman 2013
ADJUSTING REGULATIONS: In addition to planning extra events, the authorities instituted legal changes to make visiting the sultanate simpler. On February 20, 2012, the Ministry of Tourism announced new, less costly visa options for short-term travellers. These options include a 10-day...
Articles & Analysis | Power-up: The Salalah region will see improvements to its electricity grid from The Report: Oman 2013
As economic activity continues to expand outside of the capital, steps are being taken to meet a growing demand for increased infrastructure. One notable example is the effort to expand power generation capacity in Salalah, the capital of the Dhofar region.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Ahmed bin Nasser Al Mahrizi, Minister of Tourism from The Report: Oman 2013
How is the ministry promoting balanced and diversified development of tourism infrastructure?
Articles & Analysis | Vital signs: Massive investment into the sector has resulted in vastly improved health indicators from The Report: Oman 2013
The rapid expansion of health care facilities in Oman is one of the most visible results of the modernisation programme enacted by Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said on his accession to power over four decades ago. In 1970 just two 12-bed hospitals and 10 clinics served the needs of a population with a life expectancy of only 49 years. Massive...
Articles & Analysis | Taking off: Aviation capacity is set for expansion in line with development plans from The Report: Oman 2013
The sultanate’s development plans include a much-expanded role for air transport, with the aviation sector expected to see increased investment in the years ahead. This upgrade should also transform the entire pattern of logistics in the country, while stimulating regional development and trade. The national carrier is also set to see growth. “...