KUWAIT CITY | January 13, 2026
Kuwait’s Ministry of Oil has launched six digital transformation projects under the “Masar” (Path) initiative, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, improving service quality, and building a flexible institutional framework for the oil sector.
Speaking at a ceremony held at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center, Oil Minister Tariq Al-Roumi said the ministry’s digital vision is rooted in the belief that technology is not an end in itself, but a strategic tool to strengthen sector integration, reinforce governance, and prepare the oil industry for future demands.
The event was attended by Minister of State for Communications Omar Al-Omar, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil Sheikh Dr Nimer Fahd Al-Malik Al-Sabah, and senior officials from across government.
Al-Roumi said the Masar initiative reflects a sustainable institutional approach focused on modernising work methods, re-engineering procedures, integrating data, and linking strategic planning with operational execution. He stressed the ministry’s commitment to implementing its digital roadmap and building national capabilities to support long-term transformation.
He praised the Central Agency for Information Technology for advancing national digital infrastructure, and commended the contributions of ministry teams, technology partners, and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation and its subsidiaries. He described Masar as a milestone in institutional development aligned with the directives of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, with support from the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
Minister of State for Communications Omar Al-Omar highlighted the importance of cross-institutional cooperation, noting that collaboration with the Ministry of Oil aims to establish an integrated and secure digital environment. He said the national cybersecurity strategy provides strong protection for the oil sector’s critical infrastructure and that capacity-building efforts are expanding through coordination between the Petroleum Training Center and the National E-Training Platform.
Undersecretary Sheikh Dr Nimer Fahd Al-Malik Al-Sabah described the launch as a turning point, moving the ministry from planning into execution of an integrated digital system. He said Masar strengthens governance, improves performance efficiency, and connects strategic planning with day-to-day operations through a unified digital framework.
He outlined the six projects forming the foundation of the system:
- Strategic Performance Management System (MOS): Transforms plan and programme monitoring into interactive digital dashboards for timely decision-making.
- Management of Accounting Decree (MOC): A unified digital financial system linking the ministry with oil companies, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
- Oil Training Center System (OTC): Aligns training needs with career paths to develop qualified national talent for sustainable growth.
- Ministry of Oil Digital Portal (MOP): Provides a single interface for digital services, improving user experience and system integration.
- Well Lifecycle Management (MOW): Monitors technical operations and petroleum regulations using advanced digital tools.
- Digital Transformation System for Legal Affairs (MOL): Converts legal processes from paper-based to electronic, supporting contracts, legal advisory work, and institutional efficiency.
Sheikh Nimer said all projects were implemented by national teams, contributing to process re-engineering, operational efficiency, and transparency. He credited Minister Al-Roumi’s leadership for empowering teams, accelerating decisions, and establishing a strong institutional culture.
The ceremony concluded with the recognition of partner organisations that supported the initiative.
