Noticias sobre Oman

Oman issues tender for drainage channels, part of initiative to improve flood control
Oman's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources has issued a tender for consultancy services for the design and supervision of drainage channels at the Al-Khawd Recharge Dam, reports Zawya.

OPEC Fund approves close to US$1.2 billion new development funding
The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is significantly stepping up its development support with nearly US$1.2 billion in new funding since June.

Nama Water Services launches second phase of digital water meter installation in North Al Batinah
Nama Water Services has commenced the second phase of its digital water meter transition project in North Al Batinah Governorate, Oman News Agency reports.

Non-revenue water losses in the Middle East: challenges and solutions
All the countries in the Middle East suffer from groundwater depletion, with very high extraction rates.

Hydropower generation projected to rise, but climate change brings uncertain future
A new analysis combines hydrology data with climate change models to help water managers prepare for hydropower’s future.

Galfar Engineering and Contracting wins $304m contract for water infrastructure in Oman
Galfar Engineering and Contracting has secured a contract from Nama Water Services (NAMA) to develop water distribution networks in the wilayats of Ibri, Yanqul, and Dhank, located in the Al Dhahirah Governorate, Oman, reports Zawya.

Oman’s Barka V desalination plant begins commercial operations
Construction at the Barka V Desalination Plant has finished, marking the final contractual milestone for GS Inima. The plant has completed all the necessary Acceptance Tests, nine days before the contractual schedule.

Oman’s water security boosted by Nama Water Services’ strategic projects
Nama Water Services is ramping up efforts to fortify Oman's water security and sustainability through a series of ambitious infrastructure projects spanning from Musandam to Al Wusta, reports Zawya.

Innovative solar water treatment plant will begin operations in Oman
A pioneering solar water treatment project is set to launch in Oman, marking a significant advancement in sustainable water treatment technology, informs Zawya.

EPA announces $171m loan to upgrade water infrastructure in Birmingham, Alabama
At an event with U.S.

New Jersey American Water seeks applications for diverse supplier development program
New Jersey American Water is seeking applications for its newly created Diverse Supplier Development Program, which provides diverse suppliers with the knowledge and skills to compete for business from a wide variety of companies, including New Jersey American Water.

Galfar secures $91 million contract for Raysut Water Reclamation Plant expansion in Oman
Galfar Engineering & Contracting, a prominent Oman-based construction firm, has been awarded a contract valued at RO35 million (approximately $91 million) by Nama Dhofar Services Company, according to Muscat Daily.

Romanian utility tackles water losses with advanced data analytics
ApaVital S.A. to optimize 4,000 kilometers of pipeline to protect water supply for 500,000 people in Iasi.

LG Water Solutions secures major role in Oman’s desalination future with Ghubrah III Project
LG Water Solutions continuing presence in Oman by delivering 23,000 units of SWRO membranes for the Ghubrah III Desalination Plant.

Douglas OHI begins work on Oman’s largest desalination plant infrastructure
Douglas OHI, a prominent construction and engineering firm in Oman, has commenced the construction of temporary office facilities and critical utility infrastructure for the Ghubrah 3 Desalination Plant, reports Zawya.

Nama Water Services enhances wastewater infrastructure in Oman
Nama Water Services is significantly expanding wastewater infrastructure across Oman, including enhancements to sewer networks and treatment plant capacities, reports Zawya.

EBRD finances €22 million loans for water and wastewater networks in Eastern Romania
EBRD lends €22 million to Compania de Apa Bacau in Romania. Loan to finance modernisation of Bacau County’s water and wastewater infrastructure. Project, co-financed with European Union, aims to improve local access to water.

Rain Enhancement Technologies to go public via merger with Coliseum Acquisition Corp.
Rain Enhancement Technologies, Inc.

The world famous Roman Baths could help scientists counter the challenge of antibiotic resistance
The world-famous Roman Baths are home to a diverse range of microorganisms which could be critical in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance, a new study suggests.

Douglas OHI wins Abu Dhabi desalination plant civil works contract
Douglas OHI UAE has announced in a press release that it has secured a major civil works contract in collaboration with GS Inima in Abu Dhabi.