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Ministry of Energy and Minerals invites bids for lease of mineral laboratory in Muscat

The Ministry of Energy and Minerals has announced the launch of a public tender for the lease of its Minerals Laboratory building located in the Ghala Industrial Area, Muscat Governorate.

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Thursday, July 10, 2025

MUSCAT: The move comes as part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to support and develop the mining sector while enhancing the utilisation of existing technical and technological infrastructure.


The laboratory facility, spanning 5,000 square meters, includes a wide range of specialised equipment and technical devices intended to serve the needs of geological and mineral analysis. Among the major equipment available are in the laboratory are X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrograph (XRF), and Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometer (ICP-OES 7300 DV).


In addition, the facility is equipped with machinery for preparing rock samples, including rock cutting, crushing, and rock grinding machine.


The Ministry explained that leasing the facility is intended to expand its role in supporting the mining sector, encourage private sector engagement, and increase operational efficiency in mineral analysis and research.

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