SOHAR Port and Freezone

News & Events

April 08, 2021

Inauguration of the regional molecular PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) laboratory in the North Al Batinah Governorate

Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr Ahmed Al Saeedi, Minister of Health, the Ministry of Health saw the inauguration of the regional molecular PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) laboratory in the North Al Batinah Governorate on 8th April. The PCR laboratory is a joint CSR project, in coordination with existing tenants at SOHAR Port, who will collectively support the development of the project. The tenants include OQ, Oiltanking Terminals, Sohar Power Company, C. Steinweg Oman, Majis Industrial Services and Sohar International Urea and Chemical Industries.

April 04, 2021

SOHAR – One of the First Ports in the World to Implement State-of-the-Art “Light on-Demand” Technology within its Complex

Aligned with its vision to support sustainable and innovative initiatives, SOHAR Port and Freezone is one of the first ports in the world to have installed a “Light on-Demand” system. The implementation of this project, the first-of-its-kind in the region, positions SOHAR as pioneers in the sector. Apart from promoting a low carbon footprint, the LED luminaires have successfully reduced energy consumption by 80%.

March 22, 2021

SOHAR Port Signs Development Agreement with MISCO

SOHAR Port and Freezone has signed a land development agreement with Moon Iron & Steel Company SAOC (MISCO). The signing took place between Mr. Mark Geilenkirchen, CEO of SOHAR Port and Mr. Sasikumar Moorkanat, Managing Director & CEO of MISCO. The overall project will see the construction of 700m quay wall for an upcoming facility in the eastern area at SOHAR Port, set to begin at the end of December, 2021.

February 24, 2021

SOHAR Reveals its CSR Report for 2020

SOHAR Port and Freezone published its Corporate Social Responsibility report for the year 2020, which outlines the company’s activities to support society and the environment, in accordance with its sustainable strategy plan.