OCCI delegation visits Duqm

Muscat: The Special Economic Zone at Duqm (Sezad) hosted a delegation of 13 members from the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), North Al Sharqiyah branch.

The visit, organised by the chamber’s branch in Al Wusta Governorate, is aimed to familiarise the delegation with projects developed in Sezad and meet officials from several companies operating in the zone.

During the visit, the delegation was briefed on Sezad as well as the incentives, advantages and facilities that are offered to businesspersons and investors. In addition, they were introduced to the different strategic projects that are already developed and others under construction. Likewise, the delegation was briefed on the package of services provided by the one-stop shop.

Ali bin Salim AlHajri, Deputy Chairman of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Chairman of the Chamber’s branch in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate, said, “Our visit to Sezad aims to get acquainted closely with the projects and companies operating in the Zone and the developments witnessed in various fields. It is also intended to explore the potential investment opportunities for the private sector in Al Sharqiyah Governorate and the different facilities and procedures provided in the zone, as well as to form successful business partnerships.”

Upon the visit, the delegation commended the development march observed in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm and the comprehensive package of facilities, incentives and benefits provided to investors. It is worth mentioning that the visit included a tour of many projects, most notably Asyad Dry Dock Company, Port of Duqm and Karwa Motors.