Sohar Port and Freezone has announced the launch of Sohar Net-Zero Alliance (SNZA) to accelerate Oman’s carbon neutrality efforts.
Sohar Port has collaborated with several companies for this alliance including, OQ, Vale Oman Pelletizing Company, Sohar Aluminium Company, Jindal Shadeed Iron & Steel, Al Tamman Indsil Ferrochrome (FZC) LLC, Shinas Generating Company, Sohar International Urea & Chemical Industries, Al Batinah Power and Air Liquide Sohar Industrial Gases.
The Sohar Net Zero Alliance serves as a platform for the stakeholders to share insights, strategies, and requirements propelling the region`s path toward sustainability, according to the Port.
In expressing the significance of this alliance, Emile Hoogsteden, CEO of Sohar Port, said: “Sohar Net Zero Alliance signifies our steadfast commitment to spearheading Oman`s journey toward carbon neutrality.
“Together, we are setting a bold course towards a sustainable and carbon-free future, leaving no stone unturned.”
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According to Sohar Port, the alliance aligns with the Government of Oman’s ambitious goal of achieving ‘2050 Net Zero Commitment’ and will work towards securing ample volume of alternative energy, green power, green hydrogen, and the establishment of a third-party Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) facility and services at the Sohar Port and Freezone.
The Alliance is also expected to promote the exchange of knowledge and expertise to ensure a unified voice in discussions with the government.
In May 2023, A. P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) has inaugurated a new corporate office at Sohar Freezone in Oman.
