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Kobe Steel and Mitsui to partner on DRI project in Oman

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OPAZ is an Omani authority that oversees all the special economic zones and free zones in Oman, and PODC is an Omani entity that operates the Port of Duqm. Kobe Steel and Mitsui have also been in discussion with the Sultanate of Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals on detailed condition for natural gas supply. Kobe Steel, Ltd.

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Consortium developing green hydrogen megaproject in Oman

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An international consortium comprising OQ, which is the Sultanate of Oman’s global integrated energy company, InterContinental Energy, the leading dedicated green fuels developer, and EnerTech, a Kuwait government-backed clean energy investor and developer, is developing an integrated green fuels mega project in Oman.

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VinFast signs first dealer agreement in the Middle East

Teslarati

Under the agreement, VinFast electric vehicles (EVs) will be distributed in the Oman market through its official dealer, BAT. “Oman presents a promising market for electric vehicles, as consumers in the nation demonstrate a growing interest in sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation solutions.

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VinFast’s (VFS) global EV dealer network grows following new agreement in Middle East

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VinFast it taking a unique approach to its business in that it is simultaneously working to balance revenue growth through cost optimization while trying to manufacture and deliver 100,000 EVs. The Vietnamese automaker sees Oman as a new market that promises plenty of projected growth.

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Silicon battery technology company Group14 closes additional $214M for $614M Series C funding round

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Group14 Technologies, a global manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, raised $214 million in additional financing from a consortium including Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund, Lightrock Climate Impact Fund, Moore Strategic Ventures, Oman Investment Authority, and Molicel. Earlier post.)

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Oxea launches new phthalate-free plasticizer as C8/C10 trimellitate replacement

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Oxsoft L9 is suited for special applications where products must meet the most rigid demands, such as the manufacture of resilient and durable high temperature automotive cables that comply with the most severe requirements in this industry. Oxea is owned by Oman Oil Company S.A.O.C.

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Shell Technology Ventures to invest several $100 millions in emerging tech companies over next 6-8 years

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The company will look at areas including gas production and conversion; geophysical imaging; chemical manufacturing and conversion; novel materials; enhanced oil recovery; and water treatment. Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) contracted GlassPoint to build the plant, which is currently being tested.

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