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Oman Targets 2 Million Tons of Low-Carbon Steel in Initial Phase
Oman has unveiled plans to build the Middle East’s first eco-friendly ship recycling plant, marking a critical step in green maritime infrastructure. The Focus Keyphrase: eco-friendly ship recycling plant reflects both Oman’s net-zero ambitions and the region’s rising demand for low-carbon steel. Located in Khatmat Malakha, North Batinah, the project will dismantle over 70 decommissioned ships annually, producing around 2 million tons of low-carbon steel during its initial operational phase.
Oman’s Green Maritime Strategy Gains Momentum
The project supports Oman’s 2050 net-zero emission target and addresses the increasing global pressure for sustainable shipbreaking practices. Backed by Green Wheel Recycling Middle East, the initiative adheres to global safety and environmental standards, reducing marine pollution and occupational hazards. In contrast to conventional dismantling methods in South Asia, Oman’s plant will integrate modern environmental safeguards and closed-loop recycling protocols.
Moreover, the project is expected to create around 2,000 direct and indirect jobs, stimulating related sectors such as steel manufacturing, waste treatment, and logistics. As a result, Oman is positioning itself as a regional circular economy leader, especially in green steel and maritime environmental solutions.
Industry Synergy: Vale, OQ, and the Green Metallic Mega Hub
Simultaneously, the Brazilian mining giant Vale has entered into a renewable energy partnership with OQ Alternative Energy, supporting its operations in Oman’s Sohar Port. This agreement facilitates the decarbonization of Vale’s local iron ore enrichment plant, while also providing renewable power to the future Green Metallic Mega Hub in Duqm. This synergy aligns with Oman’s long-term industrial transformation and low-emissions roadmap.
Therefore, the new ship recycling plant is not an isolated initiative but part of a broader strategy to build an integrated green industrial base. This includes clean energy, sustainable metals, and industrial-scale recycling that meet international ESG standards.
ScrapInsight Commentary
Oman's eco-friendly ship recycling plant marks a pivotal shift in Middle Eastern industrial policy. The resulting low-carbon steel supply could reduce regional dependency on carbon-intensive imports. As regulatory pressure grows, Oman’s model may become a regional benchmark, particularly under tightening IMO and EU ship recycling mandates.
