Oman

2024 - 3 - 22

Exciting Energy Deals and Pirate Encounters in Oman: A Mix of Business and Adventure

Bulgaria - Energy cooperation - Germany - Gulf of Oman - LNG supply - Malaysia - Maritime security - National Museum of Oman - Oman - Pirates - SEFE - Soccer matches - World Cup qualifiers

From supply deals to pirate exchanges in the Gulf, Oman is full of surprises! Dive into the world of energy partnerships and high-seas drama.

In a thrilling turn of events, Oman LNG and SEFE have cemented their supply deal, bringing German gas importer SEFE Securing Energy for Europe into the mix. The agreement to supply 0.4 million tonnes per year of LNG adds a new chapter to the German-Omani energy partnership. Meanwhile, in the Gulf of Aden, piracy rears its head as a Liberia tanker engages in a gunfight with pirates, highlighting the dangers commercial vessels face in the region.

On the trading front, Middle East crude benchmarks Oman and Dubai remained steady, with minor fluctuations despite active trading. However, Murban experienced a slight slip in prices. This stability reflects the ongoing dynamics of the oil market in the region. In the realm of oil products, East of Suez crude markets saw a slight ease in prices as global benchmarks paused, while gasoil prices fell further, impacting margins.

In the energy sector, Oman continues to make waves with its strategic partnerships and supply agreements. The collaboration between Oman LNG and SEFE signifies a step towards a sustainable energy future. On the other hand, the Gulf of Aden piracy incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by maritime vessels in the region. These contrasting events paint a vivid picture of the diverse landscapes within Oman's economic and security spheres.

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SEFE, Oman LNG finalize supply deal (LNG Prime)

State-owned producer Oman LNG and German gas importer Securing Energy for Europe (SEFE) have finalized their previously announced liquefied natural gas ...

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Oman LNG signs supply deal with Europe (gasworld)

Oman LNG has confirmed a sales and purchase agreement (SPA) to supply 0.4 million tonnes per year (Mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to SEFE Securing ...

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Oman LNG and Germany's SEFE finalize LNG supply deal, eye ... (Offshore Energy)

German-Omani energy partnership is celebrating a new milestone as SEFE Securing Energy for Europe and Oman LNG have signed a sale and purchase agreement ...

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Liberia Tanker Exchanges Gun Fire with Pirates in Gulf of Oman (The Maritime Executive)

For the second time in as many days, a commercial vessel reports being approached by pirates in the Gulf of Aden. Today's incident resulted in an exc...

Middle East Crude-Oman, Dubai hold steady; Murban slips ... (Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide)

Middle East crude benchmarks Oman and Dubai were little changed on Thursday, despite a flurry of trade on window that led to the delivery of three moreOman ...

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Asia oil/products: Crude prices ease, gasoil margins fall further (Quantum Commodity Intelligence)

Quantum Commodity Intelligence – East of Suez crude markets eased slightly Tuesday as the rally in global crude benchmarks paused, while gasoil prices ...

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Malaysia fall 2-0 to Oman in World Cup qualifier (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia suffered their first loss in the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign after going down 2-0 to Oman in Muscat yesterday.

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Harimau Malaya suffer 0-2 loss to Oman (Free Malaysia Today)

The loss sees Malaysia relegated to third in their 2026 World Cup/2027 Asia Cup qualifiers group on goal difference.

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New Oman coach Silhavy hopes for a winning start at home I Times ... (Times of Oman)

Muscat: Oman's national team football coach Jaroslav Silhavy of the Czech Republic will hope for a winning start with the Red Warriors on Thursday [March 21 ...

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Highlights and Goals: Oman 2-0 Malaysia in 2026 World Cup ... (VAVEL.com)

Thank you very much for joining us in the coverage of the Oman vs Malaysia match live and in real time, corresponding to the AFC qualification match for the ...

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Harimau Malaya's World Cup 2026 dreams hang in the balance ... (Yahoo Singapore News)

With a new coach and having the benefit of match fitness, could Oman derail Malaysia's hopes of making it to the expanded World Cup in two years? Read more.

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Liberian Tanker Exchanges Gun Fire with Pirates in Gulf of Oman (The Maritime Executive)

For the second time in as many days, a commercial vessel reports being approached by pirates in the Gulf of Aden. Today's incident resulted in an exc...

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Malaysia suffer first defeat in Group D after losing 0-2 to... (The Malaysian Reserve)

Malaysia suffered their first loss in Group D of their 2026 World Cup/2027 Asia Cup Qualifiers after going down 0-2 to Oman at the Sultan Qaboos Sports ...

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Harimau Malaya seek revenge against Oman in Bukit Jalil (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 — Harimau Malaya head coach Kim Pan-gon assured Malaysia will take revenge after losing 0-2 to Oman in their Group D match in the ...

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Bulgaria And Oman Discuss Enhanced Energy Cooperation In ... (SolarQuarter)

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mariya Gabriel meets with Oman's Minister of Foreign Affairs to explore opportunities for bolstering ...

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'What Is It?' (Atlas Obscura)

This mysterious anthropomorphic statuette is on display at the National Museum of Oman. · The Muttrah Souq · Chandelier at the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque · Bimmah ...

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Harimau Malaya suffer first defeat in World Cup qualifiers (The Star Online)

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia suffered their first defeat in the World Cup 2026/Asian Cup 2027 second-round qualifiers after losing to Oman 0-2 at the Sultan ...

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