The Ministry of Energy and Minerals, in coordination with the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has conducted a series of meetings and field visits with mining companies across multiple governorates to evaluate operational challenges and assess the performance of digital services.
The initiative included nine visits to OCCI branches, where mining firms provided feedback on licensing procedures, application processes, and transaction handling. Companies highlighted concerns related to service timelines, clarity of procedures, and accessibility of online platforms.
Officials said the feedback gathered will be reviewed and incorporated into upcoming development plans, with performance indicators introduced to measure progress. Updates to several mining-related digital services are expected to be implemented in phased rollouts.
Discussions also focused on the use of the ministry’s digital systems, including the Taqa investment portal, which facilitates tendering and licensing in the energy and minerals sectors. Additional platforms supporting supplier registration, emissions reporting, and data management were also reviewed.
The initiative falls under the government’s broader Tahawul programme, which aims to enhance efficiency, transparency, and private sector engagement across Oman’s mining sector.
