Tenders invited for fishing port works in Duqm

Tenders invited for fishing port works in Duqm

4 November 2024

The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones has announced a tender for additional works at the fishing port in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm.

The project, funded by the Saudi Fund for Development, will provide essential services including road networks, traffic signals and signage, road lighting, rainwater drainage systems, sewage networks, drinking water networks, fire safety systems and communication networks.

The Authority is inviting experienced Omani and Saudi company alliances to participate in the tender through the electronic platform. The deadline for submitting tender documents is set for 18 November.

The fishing port in Duqm is strategically located near the planned fisheries and food industries area, currently home to six factories.

The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones also envisions the port contributing to environmentally friendly green energy projects.

Tenders invited for fishing port works in Duqm

Duqm Fishing Port is operated by Duqm Port Investment Company, a consortium led by companies from the Oman Investment Authority.

This includes Oman Fisheries Development, Asyad Ports and Harbours, Al Wusta Fisheries Industries Company, Oman Food Investment Holding Company and France's Lorient Port Company, one of the largest fishing ports in Europe.