Noticias sobre Oman

Oman plans two new water projects to address future supply shortfalls
Oman is set to develop two new Independent Water Projects (IWPs) to address projected water capacity shortages over the next four to six years.

Nama Dhofar Services seeks bids for Al Houtah Desalination Plant construction
Nama Dhofar Services, a key provider of electricity, water, and wastewater services in Oman, has announced an invitation for bids from project developers and utility companies for the construction of the Al Houtah Desalination Plant, according to Zawya.

Hassan Allam Construction awarded water transmission network project in Oman
Hassan Allam Holding has announced that its subsidiary, Hassan Allam Construction, has secured a major water infrastructure contract in Oman.

EIB to support Romania in strengthening climate-resilient water infrastructure
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will advise its Romanian counterpart on strengthening water networks across the country.

Carollo Engineers appoints Jennifer Steffens to lead Digital Water Technical Practice
Carollo Engineers has announced the appointment of Jennifer Steffens as digital water technical practice director.

Ion Exchange secures $190 million water treatment contract in Oman
Ion Exchange, a prominent water and environmental management company based in India, has secured a major contract through its subsidiary in Oman.

Aquaporin A/S files for bankruptcy after failed funding efforts
Aquaporin A/S, a Danish water technology company known for its Aquaporin Inside® technology, has announced that it is withdrawing its previously proposed rights issue and filing for bankruptcy.

Romania’s cybersecurity agency confirms ransomware attack on water management systems
Romania’s National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) has confirmed a major ransomware attack on the country’s water management agency, compromising around 1,000 systems.

Oman’s Barka V Desalination Plant plans solar integration to reduce energy footprint
The Barka V Independent Water Project (IWP), which began commercial operations in South Al Batinah Governorate in June 2024, is planning to integrate a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility to partially offset its use of gas-fired electricity, reports Zawya.

Aqualia awarded 30-year Toyohashi water treatment contract in Japan
Aqualia, as part of a consortium led by Infroneer Holdings Co., Ltd., has been awarded a contract for the renovation of the Toyohashi Water Treatment Plant.

Nama Water Services sets out $28.8B long-term plan to expand water and wastewater infrastructure
Nama Water Services (NWS), the main operator of water and wastewater services across the Sultanate of Oman, excluding Dhofar, has announced a long-term investment plan with a total estimated value of RO 11.1 billion (approximately USD 28.8 billion) through to 2050, reports Oman Observer.

IDB backs $307.8 million project to upgrade wastewater and stormwater systems in Peru
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a loan of $307.8 million to finance a project aimed at improving and expanding access to urban wastewater treatment and stormwater drainage services in the city of Juliaca, Puno region, Peru.

BATRAW Innovation Workshop 2
On 18-20 November 2025, the BATRAW consortium met in Pamplona and Bilbao (Spain) for the 8th General Assembly and Innovation Workshop 2 of the project, seeking to develop new technological processes for recovery of critical raw materials from electric vehicle batteries.

Rising above the floods: keeping families safe with climate-resilient toilets
When the monsoon rains arrive in Gaibandha, water spreads across courtyards and paths, turning familiar spaces into shallow pools.

Oman launches major PPP tender for expansion of two key sewage treatment plants
Nama Water Services (NWS), part of the Nama Group, has opened a public-private partnership (PPP) tender inviting local, regional, and international consortia to apply for the Request for Qualification (RFQ) for two sewage treatment plant (STP) projects.

Pimco offloads bulk of Thames Water debt amid hopes for private rescue
Global bond manager Pimco has sold most of its debt holdings in Thames Water, the UK’s largest water and wastewater utility, as the company moves closer to a private sector rescue plan designed to avoid temporary nationalisation.

Bentley Systems announces winners of the 2025 Going Digital Awards
Company also recognizes key projects with Founders’ Honors, the Bentley-Envision winner for infrastructure sustainability, and the 2025 Bentley Educator of the Year.

Powering a circular economy: BATRAW project kicks off innovation workshops
On the 1st of October 2025, Isle Utilities (Isle) hosted the first Innovation Workshop for the Horizon Europe BATRAW project.

Sembcorp secures 10-year power and water agreement in Oman
Sembcorp Salalah Power & Water Company (SSPWC), a subsidiary of Singapore-based Sembcorp Industries, has secured a new 10-year Power and Water Purchase Agreement (PWPA) with Nama Power and Water Procurement Company (Nama PWP), the sole procurer of power and water capacity in Oman.

TAQA to acquire GS Inima in $1.2 billion deal to expand global water operations
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) has announced an agreement to acquire a 100% stake in GS Inima, a Spain-headquartered water treatment and desalination company, from GS Engineering & Construction, reports WAM (Emirates News Agency).