6 - 10 April 2025
Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre
Muscat, Oman
OMAN WATER WEEK
Oman`s largest gathering for water professionals
16 – 20 February 2025, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
Dear Esteemed Participants,
It is with great pleasure that I extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you to Oman Water Week 2025, hosted by Nama Water Services.
Building upon the resounding success of the 2024 edition, it is with immense pleasure that we announce the next instalment of this prestigious conference. Taking place from 16-20 February 2025 in Muscat, Oman Water Week 2025 promises to be an inspiring platform for ground-breaking discussions, industry insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
Oman has emerged as a true champion in the pursuit of a sustainable economy, envisioning a net-zero carbon future by 2050. Through strategic initiatives aimed at reducing our carbon footprint in key economic sectors, we are committed to building a future that is both prosperous and environmentally responsible. At the heart of our mission as the key player in Oman’s water sector, we have taken the initiative to organize this annual gathering to engage all key stakeholders in shaping a sustainable future.
Oman Water Week stands as a cornerstone in our commitment to nurturing a sustainable future for the Sultanate. I am confident that this platform will spark enriching dialogues, forge key partnerships, and inspire practical solutions that will significantly influence water management in our great nation. By uniting experts, researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals, Oman Water Week ignites essential conversations, facilitates knowledge exchange, and offers insights crucial for sustainable development.
Our carefully curated program will feature a diverse range of sessions, workshops, and exhibitions, covering cutting-edge technologies, innovative solutions, and best practices in the water sector. Your expertise and contributions are essential in driving progress and shaping the future of water management in the Sultanate. Joining our combined forces, we’ll delve into strategies for the intelligent use of our invaluable resources, fostering sustainable growth not only for our great nation but also for the global community.
Yours sincerely,
Qais bin Saud Al Zakwani
Chief Executive Officer
Nama Water Services
The conference offers participants a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge advancements, best practices, and transformative strategies propelling water management to new heights. With an engaging program encompassing keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, technical demonstrations and networking opportunities, attendees will acquire invaluable insights into emerging trends, technological innovations, and policy frameworks that are shaping the realm of water sustainability.
This exclusive and premier gathering a unique opportunity for cross-sectoral engagement, bringing together a diverse array of experts, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and practitioners from all related sectors and industries. This convergence of expert minds fosters interdisciplinary dialogue, encourages knowledge exchange, and catalyses innovative solutions to address the complex challenges posed by water scarcity, climate change etc.
Join us as we embark on this remarkable journey of knowledge, collaboration, and innovation. Together, let us unlock the potential of water resources, explore sustainable practices, and pave the way for a future where the responsible utilization of water is at the forefront of our endeavours.
Chief Commercial Officer - Nama Water Services
Ahmed has more than 22 years of experience in various fields. He worked in many positions in the electricity and related water sector, starting with the Ministry of Electricity and Water, and then joined the Electricity Regulatory Authority (Authority For Public Services Regulation) and then joined the Rural Areas Electricity Company (Tanweer) one of Nama Group Companies, where he worked as Chief of the Supply Sector since 2015 and was appointed as acting CEO Since 2021.
Ahmed has a wide experience in regulation and led several services teams related to services development, where he was appointed as Chairman of the Customers Services Development Committee in The Electricity Sector. He also participated in a number of internal and external committees in relation development of business systems and renewable energy solutions.
Ahmed holds a Bachelor Degree in Economics from Sultan Qaboos University and a Master Degree in Business Administration from the University of Strathclyde and has also successfully passed the National CEO Program.
Head of Water Management, Petroleum Development Oman
Saada is currently working as Head of Water Management & Subject Matter Expert in Petroleum Development Oman PDO. She is also a Board member in Oman Water Society and Board member in Produced Water Society.
Her recent activities include:
Saada has a total of 21 years of diverse experience in Oil & Gas sector downstream & Upstream. Prior joining PDO ,Saada has worked with Oman Refinery Company, Granherne, Tebodin Engineering Co, and Shell Marketing Oman.
VP Assets Management & Projects - Majis Industrial Services
Ayoub Sulaiman Al Kindi is the VP of Assets Management & Projects at Majis Industries Services. With an MBA from Suhar University and a Petroleum & Natural Gas degree from Sultan Qaboos University, he boasts +18 years of experience in the energy sector, holding various influential roles. Committed to excellence and sustainability, Ayoub continues to shape the industry's future with a strategic and forward-thinking approach.
Beyond his professional achievements, Ayoub is deeply committed to fostering collaborative relationships and creating value for stakeholders. His strategic mindset and ability to identify and seize opportunities have consistently driven transformative outcomes for organizations he's been a part of.
Head of Research, Development and Innovation - Nama Water Services
Interested in scientific research, she has won many awards in the field of innovation.
She believes in the importance of the role of research in finding innovative and sustainable solutions in the industrial field.
Dr. Buthaina is a specialized engineer. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in chemical and process engineering from Sultan Qaboos University in 2010. She joined after graduation. Directly in the field of work as the first treatment process engineer in Nama Group as a result of her keenness to expand and go deeper in her field, she completed her scientific career to obtain a master’s degree and a doctorate in environmental engineering, specializing in water treatment processes.
Thanks to the extensive knowledge she possesses in this specialty, she was able to progress smoothly through the career ladder and held several positions, including: Head of the Process Engineering Department, and she currently holds the position of Head of the Research, Development, Innovation and Sustainability Center.
Dr. Buthaina works alongside the research, development, innovation and sustainability team at Nama Water Services to develop the technical and technical aspects to achieve the sector’s sustainability by searching for effective alternative solutions in terms of technology and treatment cost, improving and developing the performance of existing operational assets to increase efficiency, in addition to testing And evaluate technologies by testing their products and suppliers’ services. In her capacity as head of the Center for Research, Development, Innovation and Sustainability.
Dr. Buthaina follows up the performance of carbon reduction and sustainability projects, such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, and employing the green circular economy, such as utilizing treated water in hydrogen production, converting sludge into energy, and extracting carbon dioxide, and represents the company in international conferences and activities to highlight the company’s role.
Projects Manager - Authority of Public Services Regulations
Dr. Salim Al Mamary is a Ph.D. holder in Project Management, University of South Australia, 2011. He has over 27 years of experience in project management, water resources management, water and networks projects, water utilities projects, water desalination, water recycling, irrigation projects, pumping stations, and flood protection dams in government and private sectors. Dr. Al Mamary has been involved in the planning, design, development, and management of several water-related projects in Oman. He has participated in water policy-making and water strategy planning. In the publication, He has over 20 papers presented at national and international conferences on the topics of water management, risks, and project management. Dr. Al Mamary is the Founder and Board member of Oman water society. He has a broad range of knowledge and involvement in international cooperation for research, seminars, conferences, and training on Project Management and Water Management.
VP – Water & Wastewater, Marafiq – CUC
Said, with over 25 years of diverse experience in oil & gas, energy, and utilities sectors, is a strategic mind who consistently exceeds expectations. He has played crucial roles in commercial, operations & maintenance, project development, contracts management, supply chain, In-Country Value (ICV), strategic sourcing, and customer services across esteemed organizations like PDO, OLNG, Shell Global Solutions International, OPWP, OQ group, and currently at Marafiq. Said is a certified ACC coach, self-motivated, results-oriented, strategic mind-set and passionate about empowering and inspiring others to achieve their full potential and success.
Senior Manager - Research, Development and Innovation - Oman Investment Authority
“Dr. Mohamed Al-Rawahi has an extensive RDI experience working with both academic and business settings. His academic background includes B.sc & M.sc from college of Agricultural and Marine Science, Sultan Qaboos University, PhD in Agro-ecosystem from Kassel University, Germany, and PostDoc in wastewater treatment from Helmholtz Center for Environmental Researches (UFZ), Germany”.
Head of Mechanical Engineering Unit, University of Technology and Applied Sciences
Professional qualifications and certificates
He holds a bachelor and PhD in engineering from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) Australia. He also, accomplished Post-Doc study at Sultan Qaboos University in the field of nanotechnology. He also participated in more than 17 professional and specialized courses in management, planning, and finance, including a full-year professional course in circular economics at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Practical experience
He is currently an academic at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences. He also previously worked in the industrial and academic sectors in Australia and Britain. He also worked as a visiting professor at a number of universities and research centers.
He also served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Oman Water and Wastewater Services Company, as well as Vice Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee, and he is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Global College of Engineering and Technology. He also previously held a number of supervisory positions in a number of institutions in Australia and the Sultanate of Oman.
Scientific publishing and innovation
He has published number of peer-reviewed scientific publications in a number of scientific journals and international conferences. He also he has contributed in writing books which were published internationally in Germany, America, Britain, and Australia. He also participated in a group of international conferences and seminars as a keynote speaker in France, India, and the Sultanate of Oman. He also won awards and praises for scientific research and innovation outstanding.
He participated in many research, development and industrial projects. Resulted in registering 2 industrial patents. He also contributed to the development of master’s programs at Sultan Qaboos University and RMIT University.
Projects, consultations and community service
He contributed to the implementation of more than 14 research projects and technical consultations related to the field of circular economy, and also contributed to more than 5 national projects and initiatives.
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