A high-level delegation from Dubai’s DP World met senior officials of the Sultanate of Oman to review the progress made at the Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone, and ensure the timely completion of the first phase of the project that is of critical importance to both Oman and the UAE.
When complete, Al Rawdah SEZ is expected to play a major role in strengthening cross-border economic integration and advancing sustainable industrial development. DP World had signed the development agreement in May last year.
Located in Al Rawdah District of Mahdah Wilayat in Al Buraimi Governorate, the Al Rawdah SEZ occupies a significant position along key regional trade corridors. The zone benefits from direct access to the Sultanate’s main road network and its proximity to major regional logistics hubs, including Sohar Port and Jebel Ali Port in Dubai. It lies 85 kilometres from Al Buraimi and 125 kilometres from Sohar, reinforcing its role as a gateway for trade and industrial cooperation between Oman and the UAE.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DP World, along with other officials, met Qais bin Mohammed Al Yousef, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) at the Authority’s headquarters in Muscat.
Initial development phase outlined
The meeting focused on the latest milestones achieved and the next phases of implementation for the strategic project, the first phase of which spans approximately 14 square kilometres allocated to the developer.
In line with the approved master plan, the zone has been designed with the flexibility to expand to 24 square kilometres in the second phase, reflecting anticipated investor demand and long-term growth objectives.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem said: “The Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone represents a strategic platform for enabling seamless trade, industrial growth, and regional connectivity between Oman and the UAE.
“DP World is committed to advancing the development of the zone in close partnership with OPAZ, leveraging our global expertise in logistics and economic zone development to create a competitive, future-ready ecosystem that delivers long-term value for investors and local communities alike.”
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to close coordination to ensure timely delivery of the project in line with agreed standards, while maintaining momentum across subsequent development phases.
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