Muscat, Oman — The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology invited local and international companies to submit proposals for the Al-Amarat–Busher Road Tunnel. This project will modernize transport infrastructure, improve connectivity, and benefit commuters, businesses, and local communities.
The tunnel forms part of a broader plan to upgrade key roads and provide alternative routes. Projects include the Al-Amarat–Dema–Tawayeen Road, the Salalah–Thumrait Road, and the Muscat–Interior Road (Maabilah–Thumid). Companies can buy project documents starting 3 November. The deadline for bids is 23 February 2026.
The road tunnel will connect the Wilayat of Al-Amarat, separated from central Muscat by mountains. It will complement the existing mountain road. The tunnel will also give direct access to the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), linking Al-Amarat with Ruwi.
Officials at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning expect the tunnel to transform Al-Amarat. It will improve transportation efficiency and create new opportunities for the business and tourism sectors. The project aligns with the Greater Muscat Structure Plan, which emphasizes public transport and reduces reliance on private vehicles.
The Muscat Municipality is improving safety on the Mountain Road. Authorities are applying advanced measures, including road engineering upgrades, better drainage systems, and enhanced traffic control.
Drivers face challenges on the steep Mountain Road, especially on the Busher side. Local residents and commuters often suggest building a tunnel to ensure safer travel. Authorities will maintain continuous police patrols along the road.
The Al-Amarat–Busher Road Tunnel marks a major step toward modernizing Oman’s transport network. Advanced engineering and safety measures will provide safer, more efficient travel while supporting Greater Muscat’s urban development.
The tunnel project forms part of a broader plan to develop alternative routes and upgrade key roads, including the Al-Amarat–Dema–Tawayeen Road, the Salalah–Thumrait Road, and the Muscat–Interior Road (Maabilah–Thumid). Companies can purchase project documents starting 3 November, and they must submit their bids by 23 February 2026.
The Al-Amarat Road Tunnel will connect the Wilayat of Al-Amarat, separated from the city by mountains, to central Muscat. The tunnel will complement the existing mountain road, while facilitating smoother travel and providing direct access to the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) linking Al-Amarat with Ruwi.
Officials at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning expect the tunnel to transform Al-Amarat by enhancing transportation efficiency and creating new opportunities for the business and tourism sectors. The project aligns with the Greater Muscat Structure Plan, which emphasizes public transport connectivity and reducing reliance on private vehicles.
The Muscat Municipality is actively improving safety on the Mountain Road (Al-Amarat–Busher Mountain Road). Authorities are applying advanced traffic safety measures, including road engineering upgrades, improved drainage systems, and better traffic control management.
Drivers have long faced challenges on the steep Mountain Road, especially on the Busher side. Local residents and commuters frequently suggest building a tunnel to ensure safer travel. Authorities will also maintain continuous police patrols along the road to enhance safety for all users.
The Al-Amarat–Busher Road Tunnel represents a major step toward modernizing Oman’s transport network. By integrating advanced engineering and safety measures, the Ministry seeks to provide reliable, efficient, and safer travel routes while supporting urban development in Greater Muscat.
