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Oman launching seven new road projects: Oman’s Transport, Communications, and Information Technology Ministry is implementing seven new road projects worth a total of OMR 119 mn (USD 309 mn), according to a statement.
Sohar-Al Buraimi bridges: The projects include the construction of five bridges on the Sohar-Al Buraimi dual carriageway, as well as installing metal and concrete barriers, which will cost OMR 6 mn. The dualization of the Izki-Nizwa road, extending 32 km, will cost OMR 46.8 mn and includes installing 10 roundabouts and vehicle underpasses. Another project includes completing work on the Al Ubaylah-Al Faiyad Road, stretching some 40 km in Al Buraimi Governorate. It will consist of two lanes and two bridges and cost OMR 19.4 mn.
Rasyut-Al Mughsayl Road: The dualization of the 33 km Rasyut-Al Mughsayl Road will improve connectivity between tourist destinations in Dhofar Governorate. The project will cost OMR 34.8 mn to build infrastructure including bridges, overpasses, and animal crossings. The ministry will also upgrade the existing 9.2 km Saih Qatnah Road in Al Jabal Al Akhdar for OMR 4.5 mn.
Aqabat A’afri Road: The projects also include the design and construction of the Aqabat A’afri Road between the Wilayat of Samail and Izki, costing OMR 4.5 mn, and the completion of the 3.6 km long asphalt road from Al Buri village to Al Ainah village and the road in Al Saqari village in Samail stretching for 3 km. The Saih Al Khairat-Al Shasr Road in Dhofar Governorate will be designed and constructed. This will be a 46-km-long two-way road connecting Saih Al Khairat to the Shasr district, costing OMR 3.5 mn and serving farms in the Al Najd agriculture area.
