Digital economy growth is transforming Oman’s technology, logistics, and government sectors. As a result, officials highlighted significant progress across strategic areas. In particular, the space industry now hosts 25 active companies and attracted OMR 74 million in investments. Additionally, authorities launched a test rocket from Duqm and signed a major satellite project.
Moreover, private investors contributed over OMR 79 million to artificial intelligence and advanced technology startups. This funding supports 22 specialized startups and boosts innovation across the country. Consequently, Oman strengthens its global digital position.
The logistics and ports sector also expanded strongly. Revenues increased 17.4 percent by 2025. Furthermore, companies handled more than 143 million tonnes of cargo, while container throughput reached 5.1 million TEUs. Authorities plan to invest approximately OMR 3.3 billion in this sector during the Tenth Five-Year Plan. In addition, they signed 18 investment agreements worth over OMR 100 million in 2025. Importantly, Omanisation in logistics rose to 21.6 percent, enhancing workforce efficiency and local participation.
Government digitisation improved significantly, placing Oman 41st in the 2024 e-Government Development Index. Officials simplified 3,166 government services and digitised 2,277 permits, completing 48 million digital transactions by 2025. This growth represents a 78 percent increase compared to previous years. As a result, citizens and businesses benefit from faster, more reliable services.
Similarly, the e-commerce and fintech sectors thrived. Authorities issued over 14,000 business licenses, while the e-commerce market is projected to reach OMR 288 million by 2025. At the same time, non-cash financial transactions jumped 703 percent, and regulators licensed 10 new payment system companies, further supporting financial innovation.
Telecommunication coverage reached near-total saturation. Mobile broadband reached 99 percent, and fixed high-speed broadband achieved 100 percent through fiber optics, 5G, and satellite networks. Additionally, Oman trained over 11,000 national talents, and Omanis now hold 69 percent of IT technical and leadership roles.
The digital economy growth, which contributed OMR 800 million in 2023, aims to reach OMR 1.5 billion by 2030. Officials plan to attract OMR 300 million in foreign technology investments and create 14,000 new jobs. Consequently, the sector drives economic diversification and workforce development.
Infrastructure projects continue across Oman. Authorities invest over OMR 1.2 billion in new roads and rehabilitation projects. Many ongoing projects already reach 70 percent completion. At the same time, public bus ridership exceeded 5 million passengers, and land transport revenues should grow 18 percent by 2025.
Digital economy growth drives Oman’s innovation, job creation, and economic diversification. With government and private sector collaboration, the country is shaping a modern, technology-driven future.
