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Oman National Transport Strategy 2040

Muscat, Oman

2020 - Ongoing

InfrastructureMobilityTransit NetworkTransportation

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Approach Words: Smart Mobility, Strategic Planning, Sustainability

Public Policy Instruments: Financial Mechanism, Organization, Physical Intervention, Planning, Regulatory

The Oman National Transport Strategy 2040 is a comprehensive plan targeted at the Sultanate’s transport sector.¹ Developed as a part of the Oman Vision 2040,ⁱ ² the strategy provides a unified spatial vision both at the national level and for each governorate.³ It outlines a framework for building an advanced transport system that supports national development goals.⁴
This strategy aims to enhance the Sultanate’s transportation infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration among key sectors, including ports, airports, free zones, and economic areas. This integrated approach seeks to maximize commercial and investment opportunities and ensure connectivity.⁵

Title: Transport Strategy Map of Oman 2040

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Title: Map of Greater Muscat Area highlighting roads, railways, airport, port, and business districts

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Title: A Map of Greater Salalah showing roads, railways, airport, port, and business districts

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Title: A Newly Constructed Multi-Lane Highway, part of Oman Vision 2040’s Infrastructure Enhancement and Development Projects.

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Title: Transport Strategy Map of Oman 2040

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Title: Map of Greater Muscat Area highlighting roads, railways, airport, port, and business districts

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Title: A Map of Greater Salalah showing roads, railways, airport, port, and business districts

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Title: A Newly Constructed Multi-Lane Highway, part of Oman Vision 2040’s Infrastructure Enhancement and Development Projects.

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The National Transport Model, a key Spatial Strategy Outcome of the strategy, serves as a strategic planning tool designed to support decision making and evaluation of transport policies.⁶ It set a vision “to revolutionize the transportation landscape by integrating infrastructure and logistics development”.⁷
The National Transport Model focuses on enhancing roads, railways, ports, and airports to boost connectivity and economic growth; positioning Oman as a competitive logistics hub.⁸ It promotes supply chains optimization, enhanced customs procedures through digital innovation,⁹ ¹⁰ and leverages advanced technologies such as smart systems and digital platforms for efficiency and improved user experience.¹¹ ¹² The model also emphasizes on skills development of professionals through training and education;¹³ ¹⁴ while incorporating sustainable practices, green technologies, and policies to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly transport options.¹⁵ The focus areas of the strategy include:¹⁶

Adapting to and mitigating climate change, by transitioning to renewable energy, and leveraging technology for sustainability;
Fostering resilient communities while ensuring economic growth through regional development;
Protecting natural and cultural heritage and managing resources responsibly;
Promoting sustainable, integrated transport systems with investments in public transport and alternative mobility options;
Enhancing infrastructure through sustainable resource use and green initiatives;
Monitoring Process through key performance indicators and targets encompass metrics for physical planning, socio-economic growth, infrastructure, and sustainability.

Owner/Developer (Public)

Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology ²⁴

Consultant/Designer

Aman Consultancy & Technology

Q5 ²⁵

Funder

Government of Oman

Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI)²⁶

Contractor/Implementer

Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology ²⁷

Owner/Developer (Public)

Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology ²⁴

Contractor/Implementer

Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology ²⁷

Funder

Government of Oman

Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI)²⁶

Consultant/Designer

Aman Consultancy & Technology

Q5 ²⁵

The Strategy outlines several key targets, such as increasing the use of non-combustion energy processes from 0.5% to 62%, raising the usage of public transport from 5% to 16%, reducing daily waste generation per capita from 1.2 kg to 1 kg, and expanding the fleet of electric/hybrid vehicles to 33% for government use and 12.5% for private use.¹⁷ Transport projects will focus on the development of national highways, construction of freight rail links and light rail systems, investment in public transport in major cities, promotion of walking and cycling networks, and thebtransition to electric and hydrogen-based transport systems.¹⁸
The Strategy, led by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology,¹⁹ involves collaboration between public and private stakeholders. Key consultancy roles are played by Aman Consultancy & Technology and Q5 (UK-based consultancy firm with an office in Muscat), among others.²⁰ It is primarily funded by the Government of Oman with substantial contributions from private investors like the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI).²¹
Implementation is managed by various contractors under the Ministry’s guidance, with key projects handled by local and international companies,²² and includes investment initiatives for the next 20 years, organized into four five-year plans.²³

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Endnotes

i Oman Vision 2040, launched in December 2020, aims to transform Oman into a productive, diversified economy with sustainable development, leveraging innovation and integration to achieve inclusive growth. For more information visit: https://www.oman2040.om/ [Accessed on January 18, 2024]

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Oman Vision 2040, its priorities and objectives. (n.d.). Oman Vision Implementation Follow-Up Unit. Retrieved January 8, 2025, from https://www.oman2040.om/uploads/publication/20231105221146-2023-11-05publication221143_.pdf
Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning. (2023). Features of the Urban Strategy 2040. Urban Policy Platform. Retrieved January 18, 2025, from https://nupdb.urbanpolicyplatform.org/storage/app/public/pdf/h4L0kCTyMJHBIS99q0OLmmexOhCjozhnagVibJlV.pdf
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Strategy of Oman Logistics Center 2040. (n.d.). Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. Retrieved January 10, 2025, from https://www.mtcit.gov.om/ITAPortal/Pages/Page.aspx?NID=873111&PID=1342488
Strategy of Oman Logistics Center 2040. (n.d.). Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology. Retrieved January 10, 2025, from https://www.mtcit.gov.om/ITAPortal/Pages/Page.aspx?NID=873111&PID=1342488
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Consultancy.uk. (2023, December 22). Q5 expands Middle East presence with new office in Oman. Consultancy UK. Retrieved January 17, 2025, from https://www.consultancy.uk/news/36182/q5-expands-middle-east-presence-with-new-office-in-oman
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