Renewable Energy Oman petrol stations must install solar and EV charging By Nadim Kawach May 6, 2025, 7:42 AM Alamy via Reuters A petrol station in Al Hamra, Oman. Regulations require new petrol stations to include solar power, electric vehicle charging points, ATMs and parking for a variety of vehicles New licence conditions Future-focused stations Includes hydrogen fuelling Oman has toughened rules around licensing new petrol stations, telling operators to install solar power and provide electric vehicle charging points and other facilities. The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has said it will not issue licences for new petrol pumps unless they fulfil requirements which include the provision of fuel, suitable pumps and tanks. They will also need an emergency generator in addition to facilities such as protective shelters, ATMs and electric vehicle charging points. “The new stations must also provide infrastructure for solar energy, a vehicle service centre and designated parking spaces for all types of vehicles,” the ministry said. The decision also allows for the addition of hydrogen fuelling stations or other services, provided prior approval is obtained from the ministry. Oman to build 400km hydrogen pipeline network Green hydrogen project in Oman expects $8bn investment Oman’s infrastructure push is vital for economic turnaround The new regulations also stipulate that new petrol stations must be at least five kilometres apart and their areas be determined by the ministry. At the end of 2024 Oman had nearly 700 petrol stations which receive supplies from the state-owned Oman Oil Marketing Company, according to the Centre for Statistics and Information. The sultanate, which is a member of Opec+ but not of Opec itself, produced nearly 1 million barrels per day of oil last year and controls about 4.5 billion barrels of proven crude deposits. 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 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
