Muscat: This endeavour, estimated to cost RO 5.4 million and spread across 45,000 square meters of land, is set to revolutionize the mining sector under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals.

The collaborative venture between Sohar Industrial City and the Middle East Clay Clay Company is part of a larger innovation project in Oman’s mining sector, underpinned by substantial support from the Ministry of Energy and Minerals. Through the Industrial Innovation Academy’s meticulous laboratory analyses, market studies, and practical experiments, the efficacy and commercial viability of Omani sarooj have been demonstrated, particularly in the restoration of heritage sites such as castles, forts, and archaeological monuments. This fruitful partnership extends to the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, underscoring the holistic approach towards leveraging Omani resources for economic and cultural preservation.

Engineer Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Mayasi, Director General of Sohar Industrial City, and Engineer Abdulaziz bin Saeed Al Muqbali, Project Manager at the Middle East Clay Clay Company, formalized this agreement, heralding a new era of sustainable resource utilization and industrial innovation.

Emphasizing the strategic significance of this project, Engineer Yahya bin Ahmed Al Kharousi, Director of Local Content and Investment Opportunities Development at the Industrial Innovation Academy, highlighted the transformative potential of Omani raw materials.

Engineer Abdulaziz bin Saeed Al-Muqbali, Projects Manager at the Middle East Clay Clay Company, underscored the factory’s advanced capabilities, including energy-efficient technologies and stringent quality control measures.