Strategic Partnership Drives Oman’s First Advanced Membrane Manufacturing Facility

Muscat Gases Company, a key player in Oman’s industrial landscape, has partnered with IonClear, a California-based technology firm, to launch an advanced membrane manufacturing facility in Al Rusayl Industrial City. This groundbreaking collaboration will introduce Oman’s first local production site for Reverse Osmosis (RO) and Nanofiltration (NF) membranes, which are crucial for water desalination and treatment across various industrial applications.
The new plant, spanning 3,000 square meters, represents a major step toward enhancing Oman’s water treatment infrastructure and supporting national efforts to address long-term water security. The initiative is also aligned with the country’s broader sustainability goals, including reducing environmental impact and supporting carbon neutrality through the development of cleaner, more efficient technologies.
The partnership will not only bring cutting-edge membrane technology to Oman but also contribute to building local capacity in high-tech manufacturing. By fostering technology transfer, the project is expected to stimulate local innovation, reduce dependence on imports, and create skilled employment opportunities for Omani professionals, especially in the areas of environmental and process engineering.
As part of Oman’s vision to diversify its economy and strengthen its industrial base, this venture supports the goals outlined in Oman Vision 2040—particularly those related to increasing In-Country Value (ICV) and promoting private-sector-driven growth in strategic sectors. The facility is expected to serve not just local demand but also open up export opportunities across the Gulf region.