Banking & Finance Oman opens bids for three mining sites By Pramod Kumar April 10, 2023, 5:16 AM Reuters Omani firms with experience in mining sector projects can submit their bids by June 11 Oman is seeking bids for three mining sites within the Ayoun area of the Dhofar governorate, the energy and minerals ministry said in a tweet. The bidding will comprise three mining sites, covering areas of 1.72 sq km, 1.41 sq km, and 1.87 sq km. Omani companies with experience in mining sector projects can submit their bids by June 11, 2023. The targeted resource in these sites is construction materials, such as aggregates, Oman Daily Observer said, citing the ministry. Last month the ministry announced that it is working on offering new mineral exploration blocks for investments in the first quarter of 2023. These blocks have deposits of copper, chromite, laterite, magnesium, manganese and other mineral ores, in addition to industrial ores such as gypsum, silica, limestone and gabbro stones. The ministry signed 12 agreements with state-owned Minerals Development Oman last year, starting exploratory work, including geophysical aerial surveys. In 2020 110 new mining blocks for exploration and investment were announced, with licences issued to several local and foreign companies. Register now: It’s easy and free AGBI registered members can access even more of our unique analysis and perspective on business and economics in the Middle East. Why sign uP Exclusive weekly email from our editor-in-chief Personalised weekly emails for your preferred industry sectors Read and download our insight packed white papers Access to our mobile app Prioritised access to live events Register for free Already registered? Sign in I’ll register later
