Muscat – The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has announced its plan for comprehensive field visits in 2025 to enhance the quality of telecommunications services in Oman. The visits aim to assess critical performance indicators such as signal strength, network coverage, data speed, voice call quality, and social media application performance.
The TRA’s evaluation will cover various regions, including centers across all governorates, five major tourist destinations – Jabal al Sharqi (Hat), Al Ashkhara, Harat al Aqar, Jabal Shams, and Dhofar. Additionally, 15 key roads, including the Muscat Expressway, Quriyat-Sur Road, and Nizwa-Ibri Road, will be evaluated. Airports in Muscat, Suhar, and Duqm, as well as industrial cities in Sur and Ibri, are also part of the assessment.
The parameters to be reviewed include video streaming speed and quality, data upload/download speeds, voice call clarity, 4G/5G signal coverage, and the percentage of failed calls.
Field visits by the TRA have seen significant growth, with a 172% increase recorded in 2024 compared to 2023. A further 197% increase in visits is expected in 2025.
The results of these assessments will be shared with the public via the TRA’s official website and social media platforms to ensure transparency and promote improvements in the telecommunications sector.
