Asyad Group signs three green logistics deals to support Oman’s 2050 net-zero target
Asyad Group has signed a term sheet with OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE), paving the way for a long-term hydrogen offtake agreement.
OMAN – Asyad Group has signed three agreements at the Gulf Green Mobility Forum in Salalah for autonomous freight, green hydrogen, and onshore power supply trials to support Oman’s 2050 net-zero target.
The agreements mark an important step toward deploying new technologies and solutions across the Group’s logistics and maritime operations, contributing to a smarter, more sustainable, and lower-emission logistics ecosystem.
Ahmed Al Bulushi, Chief Executive Officer of Asyad Drydock and Infrastructure Services at Asyad Group, commented: “These partnerships enable us to turn emerging technologies into tangible operational trials, giving us the practical insight needed to assess their impact on improving operational efficiency and reducing emissions. At Asyad, we focus on adopting sustainable, scalable solutions that create long-term value for the transport and maritime sectors.”
Autonomous Vehicles at Ports and Free Zones
In smart transport, Asyad Group plans to implement a pilot project for autonomous vehicle technologies for freight transport at the Port of Sohar and the Salalah Free Zone, in partnership with Zelos Technology.
The project aims to assess the performance and efficiency of these technologies under real-world operating conditions, evaluate safety levels, and determine their suitability for logistics operational requirements.
Green Hydrogen for Transport and Logistics
In green hydrogen, Asyad Group has signed a term sheet with OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE), paving the way for a long-term hydrogen offtake agreement. Under the proposed agreement, Asyad would receive more than 91,000 kilograms of low-carbon hydrogen annually, produced using renewable energy and supplied via a dedicated refuelling station in Duqm.
Once the station is operational, this volume is expected to support 8 to 10 heavy-duty hydrogen trucks per day, displacing around 1,100 litres of conventional fuel daily.
Onshore Power Supply for Vessels
In maritime infrastructure, Asyad Group has signed an agreement with Moon Rock Research & Development LLC (MRD) to assess the feasibility of implementing an onshore power supply system for vessels at ports, with Asyad Drydock in Duqm as the first site to be evaluated.
Together, the three partnerships demonstrate Asyad Group’s transition from developing emissions-reduction strategies to implementing them, reinforcing the Group’s leadership in shaping the future of low-carbon mobility in the Sultanate of Oman and contributing to Oman Vision 2040 and the country’s net-zero 2050 targets.
Ultimately, these efforts aim to improve logistical efficiency while reinforcing the nation’s standing as a leader in low-carbon global trade.
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