Overview
Madayn, the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates, is the government entity responsible for developing and managing industrial estates and knowledge zones across the Sultanate of Oman. Established to provide ready-built industrial infrastructure that enables business formation and growth, Madayn operates a network of industrial cities and knowledge parks in multiple governorates. These estates offer companies developed land plots, pre-built factory units, shared facilities, and administrative services at competitive rates. Madayn’s portfolio spans heavy industrial zones, light manufacturing parks, technology incubators, and knowledge-oriented developments, catering to a diverse range of business types from multinational manufacturers to Omani startups.
Key Facts
- Government entity managing industrial estates across Oman
- Operates industrial cities in Muscat, Sohar, Nizwa, Buraimi, and other locations
- Provides developed land, factory units, and shared infrastructure
- Manages Knowledge Oasis Muscat, a technology and innovation park
- Offers administrative services and business support for tenant companies
- Over 2,000 tenant companies across its portfolio of estates
- Developing new industrial cities aligned with Vision 2040 priorities
Significance for Vision 2040
Madayn is a foundational enabler of Vision 2040’s industrial diversification and SME development objectives. By providing ready-built industrial infrastructure, Madayn removes one of the most significant barriers to business formation: the cost and time required to develop factory premises. This is particularly important for Omani entrepreneurs and small manufacturers who may lack the capital for greenfield development. The geographic distribution of Madayn’s estates across multiple governorates supports Vision 2040’s balanced regional development goal by creating industrial employment opportunities outside the capital. Knowledge Oasis Muscat serves the technology sector specifically, providing the ecosystem that startups and tech companies need to grow. Madayn’s role in attracting foreign industrial investors also contributes to technology transfer and integration into global manufacturing supply chains.