Omantel’s CEO says the success of this project will lay the foundation for broader adoption of P5G across Oman’s ports, logistics hubs and industrial zones
Omantel is partnering the Port of Salalah to deploy a managed private 5G network (P5G) with 99.9% availability to support the port’s continuing automation programme.
The operator will deploy a dedicated 5G Standalone (SA) private core and upgraded mobile sites to cover the port using rugged devices designed for harsh industrial conditions plus 600 SIMs, each of which will receive a monthly data allowance.
The P5G network will be supported by Omantel’s network operations centre and dedicated business call centre, and be integrated with the port’s operational systems.
The P5G solution is intended to advance the Port’s digitalisation strategy to improve productivity and competitiveness, while ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for critical port operations. They include real‑time data exchange across cranes, vehicles, equipment and workforce applications.
“As we continue to modernize our operations and embrace automation, reliable and high‑performance connectivity becomes essential to our success,” the Port’s CEO, Steven Yoogalingam, said in a statement. “The 5G private network will allow us to validate new capabilities, enhance real‑time decision‑making, and strengthen the resilience of our operations.”
Omantel’s CEO, Aladdin bin Abdullah Bait Fadhil, added that the success of this project will lay the foundation for broader adoption of P5G networks across Oman’s ports, logistics hubs, and industrial zones.
“Through the deployment of advanced private 5G infrastructure, we are enabling smarter operations, greater efficiency and sustainable growth while empowering people with technologies and capabilities needed to thrive in a digital economy,” he said.
