Oman's Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology unveiled the Shahin app, a national digital platform connecting EV charging points with real time availability data, at the Gulf Green Mobility Forum 2026 in Dhofar. The ministry adopted a regulatory framework for charging point installation and pricing to support commercial viability. Private sector agreements include EVO and Hyundai Kefico deploying ultra fast chargers up to 240kW, and Omantec with Hormuz Energy planning a network of 400 high speed smart chargers from 180kW to 450kW.
Why it matters: A unified national app and clear regulatory framework lower market entry barriers for charge point operators, while the 400 charger target and ultra fast technology commitments signal substantial near term procurement opportunities in a Gulf state accelerating EV infrastructure rollout. The pricing structure designed to balance adoption incentives with commercial returns offers a potential model for other emerging EV markets seeking private investment.