The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources of Oman signed an agreement on Wednesday with Nama Water Services Company aimed at providing, installing, and operating a smart measurement system for measuring water consumption in licensed groundwater wells across the provinces of Oman.
Objectives and Benefits of the Measurement System
This system is designed to improve water resource management and ensure their sustainability. The agreement was signed by Engineer Ali bin Mohammed Al Abri, the Undersecretary for Water Resources, and Qais bin Saud Al Zaqwani, the CEO of Nama Water Services Company.
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The agreement follows the establishment of a national integrated digital platform for monitoring groundwater consumption. This goal will be achieved by installing smart meters and connecting them electronically through an integrated system that allows for accurate and real-time data flow, enabling the tracking of consumption indicators and improving water resource management and supporting data-driven decision-making.
Project Details and Implementation Phases
The first phase of this project is dedicated to the installation and operation of smart meters for approximately 1,000 licensed wells within the timeframe from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2028. This phase includes the operational management of related sectors, including wells serving “aflaj” (traditional irrigation systems), water packaging units, investment and development projects, land use agreements, and farms.
This system is designed based on local cloud infrastructure and “LoRaWAN” wireless communication technology. Its features adhere to national standards regarding privacy and personal data protection, cybersecurity, and the use of advanced encryption techniques under the supervision of relevant authorities.
Nama Water Services Company is responsible for financing the project, supplying and installing the required meters, managing their operations, and overseeing the digital platform. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources will oversee the system and develop regulations and policies regarding groundwater wells, with the primary goal of ensuring the protection and long-term sustainability of water resources.
This agreement is part of national efforts to strengthen water security and preserve groundwater resources for future generations. This initiative aligns with the sustainable development goals of the Sultanate of Oman.
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