Oman’s integrated energy group OQ has officially inaugurated the groundbreaking Ladayn Polymer Programme at Suhar Industrial City, marking a significant advancement in the nation’s industrial diversification strategy. The ceremony, held under the patronage of Sheikh Dr. Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones, celebrated the transition of nine manufacturing plants into commercial operation.
This pioneering initiative represents Oman’s first national industrial framework specifically designed to connect polymer production from OQ’s industrial complexes with downstream manufacturing across various economic zones. With a total investment of approximately 40 million Omani riyals in its current operational phase (21 million local investment and 19 million in foreign direct investment), the programme aims to transform locally produced polymers into high-value finished products.
The programme’s strategic importance lies in its alignment with Oman Vision 2040 objectives, particularly in developing a competitive industrial base with regional and international reach. Once fully operational, Ladayn is projected to generate approximately 435 direct employment opportunities alongside hundreds of indirect jobs across supporting supply chains and industrial services.
Ashraf Hamed Al Mamari, Group CEO of OQ, emphasized that “Ladayn represents a practical embodiment of Oman’s Vision 2040 ambitions for economic diversification and the development of a value-driven industrial sector. Through this programme, we connect Oman’s polymer resources with a downstream manufacturing ecosystem capable of generating sustainable employment, empowering SMEs, and attracting long-term capital and investment.”
The manufacturing portfolio showcases international collaboration with investments from China, India, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, and Turkey, alongside Omani companies expanding their production capacity. Notable projects include Multibond Metal (Chinese-Indian investment specializing in heat-resistant polymer solutions), Madayn Plastic Company (first industrial-scale producer of Form-Fill-Seal packaging bags in Oman), and M.A.K Sohar for Chemical Industries (German firm producing high-performance engineering polymers).
Ladayn benefits from Suhar’s integrated industrial ecosystem, leveraging the strategic advantages of Sohar Port, Sohar Freezone, and advanced infrastructure. OQ plays a central role by supplying high-quality polymer feedstock at competitive terms while establishing long-term purchasing arrangements for finished products, creating commercial stability for investors.
The programme’s diverse manufacturing output spans high-performance polymer solutions, engineering compounds, industrial packaging, medical products, food packaging, and woven polypropylene applications, serving key sectors including healthcare, food production, logistics, and automotive manufacturing.
This initiative positions Oman as an advanced downstream manufacturing platform while supporting national self-sufficiency and creating new export opportunities through the localization of downstream industries and value maximization from locally produced polymers.