Oman and Sudan have agreed to deepen cooperation in ports, maritime transport and logistics services as the two countries seek to improve supply chains and strengthen trade connectivity.
The agreement was discussed during a meeting in Muscat between Oman’s Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technology Said bin Hamoud al Maawali and Sudan’s Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Saif al Nasr al Tijani, who was visiting the Sultanate of Oman.
The two sides reviewed opportunities for expanding cooperation in transport and logistics, with a focus on areas that could support economic development and create mutual benefits for both countries.
As part of efforts to strengthen maritime ties, Oman’s Asyad Group, through Asyad Ports and its affiliated free zones, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Sudan’s Sea Ports Corporation.
The agreement aims to establish a framework for cooperation in port development, maritime services and logistics operations while supporting stronger integration between the two countries’ maritime sectors.
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Officials said the partnership would contribute to improving supply chains, enhancing port efficiency and creating opportunities for future joint projects.
The MoU includes cooperation in several areas, including the exchange of expertise in port planning, infrastructure development and the management of maritime facilities.
It also provides for technical cooperation through training programmes, workshops and reciprocal visits involving specialists from both sides.
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The initiatives are designed to encourage the sharing of technical knowledge and administrative experience while helping both countries adopt international standards in port operations.
A key component of the agreement is cooperation on digital transformation and the introduction of modern technologies in port management.
The two sides will explore ways to implement advanced systems that can improve operational efficiency, enhance service delivery and support more effective management of maritime facilities.
Officials said adopting global best practices in port operations would help strengthen competitiveness and improve the ability of ports to handle growing regional and international trade flows.
The agreement represents an important step in Oman and Sudan’s efforts to build stronger logistical links and expand economic cooperation.
For Oman, the partnership aligns with its strategy to develop its logistics sector and strengthen the role of its ports as regional trade and transport hubs.
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Through Asyad Group, Oman has been investing in logistics infrastructure, free zones and maritime services as part of efforts to diversify its economy and increase non-oil sector growth.
For Sudan, cooperation with Oman offers opportunities to enhance port capabilities and improve maritime connectivity at a time when the country is seeking to rebuild economic infrastructure.
The MoU was signed by Omar bin Mahmoud al Mahrizi, Chief Executive Officer of Asyad Ports and Free Zones, on behalf of Oman, and Eng. Adviser Jilani Mohammed Jilani, Director General of the Sudan Sea Ports Corporation, representing Sudan.
Both sides said the agreement would pave the way for future collaboration and joint initiatives aimed at strengthening maritime trade and logistics networks between the two countries.
