Oman opens marble mining investment sites in North A’Sharqiyah

Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals has unveiled new investment opportunities in the marble sector, offering two public mineral areas in North A’Sharqiyah Governorate to local and international companies.

The sites are open for investment from 28 December 2025 to 28 April 2026, as part of the ministry’s efforts to boost the attractiveness of the mining sector and promote quality, resource-led investment. The first area spans about 1.33 sq km, while the second covers roughly 1.22 sq km.

Initial geological assessments indicate the presence of dark marble deposits with strong commercial potential, opening the door for projects that could support economic activity and value creation within Oman’s minerals sector.

Omani marble exports are primarily destined for GCC markets, India and South Korea, in line with national policies that prioritise value-added processing and restrict the export of raw materials.

The ministry said the opportunities are being promoted via the ‘Taqah’ digital platform, which showcases building-material assets and targets Omani firms as well as regional and global investors.

Additional marble sites, such as a black marble ore area in the Wilayat of Dima W’Attayeen, are also available on the platform as part of the broader pipeline of mining investments.