Kuwait-based United Gulf Construction (UGC) has clinched a OMR 77.1mn ($200mn) contract with Oman’s Special Economic Zone Authority at Duqm (Sezad) to implement the third package for the development of the Port of Duqm.
The package includes construction of roads, infrastructure and buildings at the commercial pre-gate, gates and inspection zone, trucks registration building, and other buildings specialised for the commercial zone at Duqm port.
Construction work will be completed within three years, UGC said in a statement.
“Duqm port is one of the most important drivers for the Sezad. It is a multifunctional strategic port that aims to support the economic diversification efforts exerted by the Omani government. The port is distinguished by its strategic geographic location close to the international shipping lines, as well as the African and Asian markets,” said H E Yahya al Jabri, chairman of Sezad.
“It can also attract various companies due to the quality infrastructure projects it entertains, and the advantages provided by the Sezad investors at the zone. These advantages contribute into attracting many international lines to the port, as well as developing many commercial and industrial projects. It also promotes the role played by the Sultanate in the logistics sector,” Al Jabri added.