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Oman has officially launched the Greater Muscat Structure Plan, a landmark urban strategy that lays out a bold vision to transform the capital region into one of the Middle East’s most sustainable, connected and competitive metropolitan areas.
Unveiled under the theme “Greater Muscat… A Timeless Spirit, Boundless Vision,” the plan is designed to guide long-term development while preserving the city’s cultural heritage, natural landscapes and Omani identity.
Stretching from Muttrah in the east to Barka in the west, the Greater Muscat urban corridor spans more than 80 km and includes nearly 100 km of coastline across the governorates of Muscat Governorate and South Al Batinah Governorate.
The structure plan envisions Greater Muscat as a vibrant, integrated metropolis powered by diversified economic growth, high-quality urban living and sustainable global competitiveness.
The project forms part of Oman’s National Urban Development Strategy, approved by Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in 2021, and serves as a key component of Oman Vision 2040.
Five strategic pillars of the plan include Green Muscat, Connected Muscat, Vibrant Muscat, Resilient and Safe Muscat.
The plan takes advantage of Muscat’s unique geography, which includes marine and terrestrial protected areas, sections of the Al Hajar Mountains, urban control zones and an extensive network of wadis.
These features will be integrated into future development to create a city that balances urban growth with environmental conservation.
The Greater Muscat Structure Plan marks a major step in Oman’s efforts to build a future-ready capital region that is greener, better connected and economically dynamic.
By combining sustainability, innovation and cultural preservation, the plan aims to position Muscat as a leading regional and international urban centre by 2040.
The structure plan was shaped through extensive consultation involving more than 6,000 participants, over 90 public and private sector entities, workshops, surveys and high-level consultations.
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