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Observer
an hour ago
- Sport
- Observer
Oman Optimist team ready for Africa challenge
MUSCAT: Five members of Oman's Optimist Team are currently preparing to travel to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the 2025 Optimist African Championship. Getting underway on August 2, the week-long event will bring together 75 of the best Optimist sailors from 14 nations across the region and further afield. Representing Oman will be Khamis Nasser al Meshaikhi, Mohammed Ziyad al Qasmi, Khaled Yahya al Sarihi, Tarteel Zaid al Hasani and Hadeel Yousuf al Mushaifri. All five competitors will be aiming to compete for podium positions as well as using the event as a key training event ahead of the IODA Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championships in October. The delegation will be led by Hashim al Rashdi, Oman Sail's Head Coach Performance, and coached by Hassan al Rahbi, Optimist Coach. Hashim al Rashdi said, 'This is an important event in terms of gauging progress against sailors from across our region as well as another opportunity to fine tune the tactical and technical aspects of our sailors. We are now entering a busy period where there are four major events in the coming months. A strong showing in Tanzania will allow us to head home with confidence to build for the next event.' The Optimist team will also compete in the International Optimist Team Race in Swaziland from August 14-17 and the in the Oman Sailing Championship in Sur from August 18-22 . Focus then turns to Musannah for the 14th edition of Musannah Race Week, to be held from October 15-22, and the IODA Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championship following quickly afterwards from October 25 until November 1.
Times of Oman
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Oman's Optimist Team ready for the 2025 Optimist African Championship in Tanzania
Muscat: Five members of Oman's Optimist Team are currently preparing to travel to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the 2025 Optimist African Championship. Getting underway on 2 August 2025, the week-long event will bring together 75 of the best Optimist sailors from 14 nations across the region and further afield. Representing Oman will be Khamis Nasser Al Meshaikhi, Mohammed Ziyad Al Qasmi, Khaled Yahya Al Sarihi, Tarteel Zaid Al Hasani and Hadeel Yousuf Al Mushaifri. All five competitors will be aiming to compete for podium positions as well as using the event as a key training event ahead of the IODA Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championships in October. The delegation will be led by Hashim Al Rashdi, Oman Sail's Head Coach Performance, and coached by Hassan Al Rahbi, Optimist Coach. Hashim Al Rashdi said, 'This is an important event in terms of gauging progress against sailors from across our region as well as another opportunity to fine tune the tactical and technical aspects of our sailors. We are now entering a busy period where there are four major events in the coming months. A strong showing in Tanzania will allow us to head home with confidence to build for the next event.' The Optimist team will also compete in the International Optimist Team Race in Swaziland from 14-17 August and the in the Oman Sailing Championship in Sur from 18-22 August. Focus then turns to Mussanah for the 14th edition of Mussanah Race Week, held from 15-22 October, and the IODA Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championship following quickly afterwards from 25 October until 1 November.
Observer
a day ago
- Business
- Observer
Oman Sail wins Sustainable Business Practices Award
MUSCAT: Oman Sail has been recognised for its ongoing commitment to sustainability, ocean protection and national development with the Sustainable Business Practices Award at the prestigious Oman Leadership Awards 2025. The award celebrates Oman Sail's long-standing efforts to embed sustainability across its operations and events, using sport as a platform to raise environmental awareness, empower young people, and contribute to the goals of Oman Vision 2040. Through a combination of sailing programmes, community engagement, coastal clean-ups, and strategic collaborations, Oman Sail is helping to build a more sustainable future for Oman's coastline and communities. Dr Khamis al Jabri, CEO of Oman Sail, commented, 'This award reflects the collective dedication of our team, partners, and communities. Sustainability is more than a principle for us; it's a daily responsibility. We're proud to play a role in protecting our marine environment, developing youth potential, and contributing to the blue economy by having a positive impact on the nation's natural assets.' From reducing single-use plastic use at events to launching environmental initiatives and supporting eco-tourism with SeaOman brand, Oman Sail's sustainability strategy is aligned with both the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Oman's national ambitions to ensure progress is measurable and can make a tangible difference to the community and the environment. The Oman Leadership Awards, organised by World CSR Day, recognise organisations and individuals making exceptional contributions in leadership, corporate responsibility, and sustainability across the region. Dr Khamis bin Salim al Jabri
Times of Oman
4 days ago
- Sport
- Times of Oman
Oman Kite Festival 2025 concludes after exciting competitions and vibrant events
Muscat: The Oman Kite Festival 2025 came to a close after 10 days of exciting competitions and vibrant events held across several coastal locations in the Sultanate of Oman. The festival, which ran from 15 to 24 July, brought together more than 90 athletes from around the world. Organised by Omran Group in partnership with Oman Sail, Visit Oman, and the Oman Adventure Centre, the festival aimed to promote adventure and experience-driven tourism by showcasing the Sultanate's diverse coastal landscapes and supporting the growth of unique tourism offerings across the country. The closing ceremony was held at The Beachfront in Sur, South Al Sharqiyah, under the patronage of Dr. Yahya bin Badr Al Maawali, Governor of South Al Sharqiyah, and in the presence of Dr. Khamis Salim Al Jabri, CEO of Oman Sail, as well as senior representatives from Omran Group, sponsoring entities and strategic partners. The festival welcomed the participation of 90 athletes from around the world, who competed in a series of thrilling races. The highlight was the multi-stage 'Oman Downwinder' race, which unfolded over four legs: from Barr Al Hikman to Masirah Island, followed by a route from Masirah through Ras Al Ruwais, then from the Pink Lagoons to Al Ashkharah, and finally from Ras Al Jinz to Ras Al Hadd. In addition to the Downwinder, the festival featured the 'Kite Course' race along the shores of Barr Al Hikman, the 'Coastal Race' in Masirah Island, and the 'Slalom' event in Ras Al Hadd. Ayman bin Abdullah Al Ghafri was awarded first place in the second edition of the Oman Downwinder, finishing ahead of Mukhtar bin Abdulkarim Al Mujaini and Egypt's Ahmed Mohamed Gamal. The event highlighted the rich diversity of Oman's coastline and its capacity to host world-class international competitions. Meanwhile, in the Slalom race held in Sur, Majid Al Kharousi claimed the title after outperforming a competitive field. As one of three featured races during the festival, the Slalom further demonstrated the sport's variety and reinforced Oman's position as a versatile and attractive destination for global sporting events. Sultan bin Sulaiman Al Khudoori, Assets Manager at Omran Group, congratulated all of the participants for playing such an important role in supporting the tourism diversification objectives outlined in the National Tourism Strategy 2040 and showing what could be possible as Oman's coastal destinations grow into premier international venues for kiteboarding. Shaima Said Al Asmi, Events Specialist at Oman Sail shared her belief that each sporting event held in the Sultanate can build a legacy that contributes to tourism in each governorate across the nation and provides the impetus for SMEs, home-based businesses and local service providers to support current and future while also developing into national success stories. Sur — with its strategic location and deep-rooted maritime heritage — served as an ideal setting for the festival's grand finale. The strong public turnout underscored the growing interest in marine sports and highlighted their vital role in supporting the local economy and enhancing Oman's positioning as a leading destination for unique tourism experiences. The Oman Kite Festival serves as a platform to showcase the Sultanate's exceptional natural and marine assets, reinforcing its position on the global tourism map and capturing the attention of adventure sports enthusiasts and international sporting communities. The event further strengthens Oman's standing as a preferred destination for experiential and adventure-based tourism, while contributing to the vitality of the tourism sector and expanding opportunities to promote the country's diverse destinations.
Muscat Daily
4 days ago
- Business
- Muscat Daily
Oman Kite Festival 2025 wraps up with global participation
Sur – Oman Kite Festival 2025 concluded on July 24 after ten days of international competitions and coastal events held across several locations in the sultanate. Organised by Omran Group in collaboration with Oman Sail, Visit Oman and Oman Adventure Centre, the festival drew more than 90 athletes from around the world. The event aimed to promote adventure-based tourism by leveraging Oman's coastal geography and expanding the country's appeal as a destination for niche sports. The closing ceremony took place at The Beachfront in Sur, under the patronage of Dr Yahya bin Badr al Maawali, Governor of South Sharqiyah, in the presence of Dr Khamis Salim al Jabri, CEO of Oman Sail, and officials from partner entities and sponsors. The headline event – Oman Downwinder – featured four competitive legs: from Barr al Hikman to Masirah Island, then onward to Ras al Ruwais, followed by a route from the Pink Lagoons to Al Ashkharah, and concluding with a final stretch from Ras al Jinz to Ras al Hadd. Omani competitor Ayman bin Abdullah al Ghafri took first place in the Downwinder, ahead of Oman's Mukhtar bin Abdulkarim al Mujaini and Egypt's Ahmed Mohamed Gamal. Other races included the Kite Course at Barr al Hikman, the Coastal Race at Masirah Island and the Slalom event in Ras al Hadd. In the Slalom race held in Sur, Majid al Kharousi secured first place. Sultan bin Sulaiman al Khudoori, Assets Manager at Omran Group, congratulated participants and reaffirmed the festival's alignment with Oman's National Tourism Strategy 2040, which promotes sports and experience-led tourism. Shaima Said al Asmi, Events Specialist at Oman Sail, noted the importance of such events in supporting local economies and encouraging entrepreneurship. 'Each event has the potential to contribute to the tourism sector in governorates across Oman,' she said. Known for its maritime heritage, Sur provided the backdrop for the festival's finale. A strong public turnout highlighted growing domestic interest in marine sports and the potential of these to boost tourism and related services. Organisers noted that the festival continues to position Oman as a destination for adventure sports, while helping promote the country's natural assets to global sporting communities.
