As part of its commitment to decarbonize operations in Oman and shift toward renewable energy, Vale in Oman has signed a Head of Agreement (HOA) with OQ Alternative Energy (OQAE) during Oman Sustainability Week. This agreement outlines a collaborative framework to develop renewable energy solutions for Vale’s pelletizing plant in Sohar Port, while also supporting future energy requirements for the planned Green Metallic Mega Hub in Duqm
The agreement establishes a roadmap for advancing future projects, with a focus on energy supply, land coordination, and strategic planning, all geared toward integrating renewable energy into Vale’s operations.
Saleh Al Muslahi, Chief Executive of Mega Hubs-Middle East and North Africa, said that, “Achieving large-scale decarbonization demands more than ambitions, it requires strategic planning, strong partnerships, and reliable access to sustainable energy. Our agreement with OQAE embodies this approach.
He also added that, “by aligning on-demand aggregation, infrastructure readiness, and long-term supply models, we are creating the critical conditions to advance our transition in Sohar and unlock the potential of our future mega hub in Duqm.”
Najla Zuhair Al Jamali, Chief Executive of OQ Alternative Energy, commented that, “Our collaboration with Vale reflects OQAE’s commitment to enabling the industrial sector’s transition to clean energy. This agreement goes beyond decarbonizing a single site — it lays the foundation for a new model of sustainable industrial development in Oman, powered by renewables.”
Vale is committed to driving decarbonization in the mining sector and supporting the long-term shift toward net-zero steel production. Recognizing the energy transition as a major growth opportunity, the company has pledged to reduce its environmental impact by investing in clean technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, and implementing advanced emissions control systems. In Oman, these efforts are taking shape through two key initiatives: transitioning its Sohar pelletizing plant to100% renewable electricity by 2030 and developing a large-scale industrial complex in Duqm to produce low-carbon agglomerated products for steelmaking, serving both regional and international markets.