OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE), in partnership with TotalEnergies, has achieved significant milestones across its Riyah 1, Riyah 2, and North Oman Solar projects, which are scheduled for commissioning by the end of 2026.
Collectively, these projects will deliver 330 MW of renewable energy, reinforcing Oman’s clean energy capacity aligned with Oman Vision 2040 and the Net Zero 2050 ambitions.
The projects represent a combined investment of over $230 million and include two wind farms—Riyah 1 and Riyah 2—located at Petroleum Development Oman’s Amin and West Nimr fields in southern Oman, as well as the North Oman Solar (NOS) plant at Saih Nahaydah in northern Oman.
North Oman Solar is approaching the final stages of mechanical completion, with 95 percent of tracker and photovoltaic (PV) module installation completed. Full PV installation is targeted by mid-March 2026, marking a major step toward delivering utility-scale solar power to the national grid.
The Riyah 1 and Riyah 2 wind projects have also reached key construction milestones. Seven 200 m tip-height turbines have been fully erected, with installation ongoing for the remaining units.
All 36 wind turbine generators have arrived in Oman, with 19 transported to project sites. The completion of all wind turbine foundations enables accelerated turbine installation, advancing the projects toward full commissioning.
OQAE’s projects have exceeded in-country value (ICV) targets, achieving approximately 30% local content and actively engaging Omani companies in engineering, logistics, civil works, and specialist services.
Key local suppliers include Voltamp, Oman Cables, Al Kiyumi Switchgear, and Al Hassan Switchgear, while Worley Oman led substation engineering design, and Khimji Ramdas managed complex logistics and customs for turbine components.
Kumail Said Acting CEO OQ Alternative Energy
“One of our strategic goals is to promote a local ecosystem for renewable energy. Exceeding our in-country value target by three times reflects this commitment. These projects were designed to ensure every megawatt delivered simultaneously strengthens Oman’s industrial base, workforce capability, and technical expertise. Renewable energy can do more than decarbonize; it can advance the local renewable ecosystem and create lasting benefits for Oman.”
The projects also demonstrate strong Omaniization outcomes, with a 40 percent Omani workforce participation rate and around 150 direct and indirect jobs created across construction and development phases.
Structured community hiring programs in Wilayat Adam, Shaleem, and Al Jazir ensure host communities benefit directly from project opportunities.
OQAE has embedded a structured, on-the-job local capability development program, placing 15 Omani professionals alongside international specialists in construction management, engineering, HSE, and operations. This initiative supports the growth of national expertise in wind and solar energy and creates a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals.
