The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology of Oman announced that the change of management at the Port of Salalah will take place by November 2028. The ministry emphasized that operations and development works at the Port of Salalah will continue throughout the current agreement with Salalah Port Services Company (SAOG), which is valid until November 1, 2028.
Continuity of Operations at Port of Salalah
The Ministry of Transport stated in a statement: "Given the ministry's commitment to the development and expansion of the Port of Salalah and the continuity of port operations, and based on the information disclosed by Salalah Port Services Company (SAOG), it is emphasized that port operations and development activities will continue during this period."
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Salalah Port Services Company has also confirmed that it will continue its operations at this port until the mentioned date. This port, as one of the important ports of Oman, plays a key role in trade and maritime transport in the region, and the change of management could have significant implications for its operations and expansion.
Awaiting Announcement of New Operator
The Ministry of Transport has also announced that the new operator responsible for port operations after the expiration of the current agreement will be announced in due time. This action is aimed at further improving and developing the Port of Salalah and increasing its efficiency.
With its excellent geographical location on the southern coast of Oman, the Port of Salalah is considered one of the important commercial and logistical centers in the Gulf, and this change in management could create new opportunities for investment and infrastructure development. Additionally, it is expected that with the arrival of the new operator, improvements in service levels and the quality of port operations will be observed.
Given the importance of the Port of Salalah in international trade and its impact on the economy of Oman, this change in management can be seen as a strategic step towards increasing the port's competitiveness and attracting foreign investments. In this regard, the Ministry of Transport of Oman is committed to continuing cooperation with all stakeholders and relevant entities to ensure that the transition to the new operator is smooth and without disruption.
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