Manufacturing

Contribution to Oman’s GDP in 2021

US$8bn

Employed in 2022

225,907

%
Percentage rise in non-oil exports July 2021 – July 2022
%
+15% on 2021

Percentage rise in non-oil exports

July 2021 – July 2022

Mineral Products
165%
Plastics & Rubber
57.1%
Base Metals
32.5%

Looking

Ahead

Natural resources

As Oman’s manufacturing sector moves forward and embraces Industry 4.0 it will be looking to develop opportunities using Oman’s rich mix of natural resources, particularly in petrochemicals, construction, cement, marble, gypsum, building products, minerals, as well as food and beverage.

Capital-intensive sectors

Oman’s manufacturers will also focus on capital-intensive sectors such as electrical equipment, machinery, cables, electrical connectors, furniture and shipbuilding.

Knowledge and R&D

Deployment of Industry 4.0 knowledge and R&D to move forward in areas including pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, personal care products, fragrancies, cosmetics, renewable energy, recycling and health food.