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Times of Oman
4 days ago
- Times of Oman
Development projects upgrade road network in Dhofar Governorate
Salalah: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology is intensifying efforts to implement and maintain a series of developmental road projects in Dhofar Governorate. These initiatives aim to enhance infrastructure efficiency and prepare for the upcoming Khareef (monsoon season), facilitating smoother tourist, economic, and social mobility. The ongoing works include road dual-carriageway, development, paving, maintenance, and connectivity projects linking various wilayats of Dhofar. Eng. Said Mohammed Tabook, Director General of Roads and Land Transport in Dhofar, stated that the Ateen Tunnel project in Salalah has achieved significant progress, with completion reaching 93%—23% ahead of schedule. This is expected to alleviate traffic congestion during the Khareef season. Meanwhile, the dual-carriageway of Sultan Taimour Street (6.8 km) in Al Saada area is 40% complete, and Al Farooq Street dual-carriageway (7.6 km) has reached 45%. He added that the Ministry is implementing the Mughsail Road and Bridge project in Salalah (20% complete), featuring a 12-meter-high concrete bridge, parking areas, a pedestrian walkway with lighting, and a ground crossing serving tourist sites. The Raysut-Mughsail dual-carriageway road (33 km) includes six overpasses/underpasses, roundabouts, and animal crossings, alongside linking the 18 November Road to the dual-carriageway section (5.5 km). In the Wilayat of Al Mazyunah, the Harweeb-Al Mazyunah-Maitin road project (210 km) is approximately 65% complete, divided into four main segments. Additionally, the Andat-Habrut road (10 km) is underway. In the Wilayat of Maqshin, the asphalt network project (170 km) is 58% complete, connecting Marsudid, Al Manadir, Mandar Al Dhabyan, and Al Mashash areas, with completion targeted for June 2026. The Ministry is also progressing on the Seeh Al Kheerat-Shisr road in Thumrait (46 km), in collaboration with the Najd Agricultural Area Development Office. This vital route passes through key agricultural zones and is slated for completion by October 2026. Additionally, the tender for improving Al Shuwaimiyah Pass on the Shaleem-Al Shuwaimiyah road (2.5 km) in Shaleem and Halaniyat Islands has been awarded, featuring drainage channels, protective barriers, and road signage. He noted that construction has begun on the third, fourth, and fifth phases of Sultan Said bin Taimour dual-carriageway road (nearly 400 km), with a total cost exceeding RO 258 million. Last month, the new Arqut-Sarfait Mountain Road (13.5 km) was inaugurated, enhancing connectivity between the wilayats of Rakhyut and Dhalkut and extending to the Sarfait border crossing with Yemen.
Times of Oman
16-06-2025
- Automotive
- Times of Oman
Construction for parts of Sultan Said bin Taimour Road starts
Salalah: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology announced the commencement of work on the dual-carriageway of Sultan Said bin Taimour Road for parts (3, 4, and 5), spanning approximately 400 kilometres with a total cost exceeding OMR258 million. Eng. Said Mohammed Tabook, Director General of Roads and Land Transport in Dhofar Governorate, told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the executing companies have begun construction work on the three parts, with a project duration of 36 months. He explained that Part 3 extends from Haima to Maqshin over 132.5 kilometres, Part 4 covers about 135 kilometres from Maqshin to Dokha, while Part 5 stretches 132.5 kilometres from Dokha to Thumrait. He added that the project will enhance Oman's road network efficiency and improve connectivity between governorates. The road is designed for year-round accessibility across various weather conditions and will improve traffic safety through concrete/steel barriers, reflectors, road markings, and warning signs. It will also support economic, tourism, commercial, and social development.
