Salalah – The ‘Made in Salalah Free Zone’ exhibition opened in Salalah, shining a spotlight on the Sultanate’s booming industrial sector as part of Omani Industry Day celebrations.

With a staggering OR 4.7 billion in investments and a soaring 40% annual growth rate, Salalah Free Zone (SFZ) is rapidly transforming into a powerhouse of Omani manufacturing. The exhibition, featuring 32 leading industrial companies in pharmaceuticals, food production, and petrochemicals, showcased cutting-edge innovations and Oman’s industrial prowess.

Dr Ali bin Mohammed Tabouk, CEO of SFZ, highlighted the zone’s pivotal role in catapulting Omani industries onto the global stage. He noted that SFZ now hosts 41 industrial projects spanning over 6.2 million square metres, with the industrial sector driving 60 per cent of total investments.

Tabouk also emphasised SFZ’s commitment to job creation, with 3,096 individuals directly employed and an Omanisation rate of 34 per cent. He described the Free Zone as a magnet for investors, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure and a highly competitive business environment, positioning Oman as a leading hub for industrial innovation.