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Job creation: Up to 300,000 jobs will be created in the logistics sector by 2040,

significantly boosting employment opportunities for Omanis.
Global competitiveness: Improve Oman’s ranking in the Logistics Performance Index

(LPI) to the top 10 globally.

Key initiatives

Infrastructure development: Major investments in ports, airports, and road networks
to enhance connectivity and capacity. Key projects include the development of

deepwater ports in Sohar, Salalah, and Duqm, strategically positioned to serve

markets in North Africa, the Indian subcontinent, and the Gulf countries.

Integration and modernisation: Establishing the Oman Logistics Center and ASYAD,

an integrated logistics company, to streamline and coordinate logistics activities
across the country. This includes managing Oman Rail, Oman Shipping, and various

port operations to provide comprehensive logistics solutions.

Sustainability and innovation: Emphasis on green supply chain management,

adopting autonomous and semi-autonomous delivery vehicles, and implementing

sustainable practices across logistics operations.

E-commerce development: Leveraging the growth of e-commerce to drive logistics

sector expansion. The government has established an E-Commerce Department to
support this sector, aiming to enhance last-mile delivery services and integrate

innovative business models.

Regulatory enhancements: Streamlining customs processes and implementing pre-

clearance procedures to reduce clearance times and improve efficiency. These

measures are designed to make Oman an attractive international trade and
investment destination.

Impact

The SOLS 2040 aims to transform Oman into a logistics powerhouse, leveraging its
strategic location and modern infrastructure to attract global trade. The focus on
sustainability, job creation, and economic diversification will not only boost the logistics

sector but also contribute to the country’s overall growth and development. The
strategy is expected to significantly improve Oman’s global logistics ranking, enhance

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