Oman: Al Maha & Muriya sign Commercial Fuel Station Agreement

The agreement signed by Cyril Piaia, CEO of Muriya, and Ahmed Al Shanfari, general manager marketing and operations of Al Maha Petroleum, marks  another measure aimed at facilitating construction activities progressing at a fast pace in two key construction projects.

"The diesel stations will mainly serve the fuel requirements of the heavy equipment, vehicles and generators deployed for construction activities at the two project sites. The continuous onsite availability of diesel will further ensure the timely completion of the two projects," said Cyril Piaia.

"Muriya is committed to fulfilling the promise made to its customers and the signing of the fuel supply agreement with Al Maha further attests its credentials," Piaia further commented. "The fuel requirement is large given the magnitude of the two projects and deployment of a large fleet of heavy equipment and vehicles at both the locations. The timely completion of the projects is very critical for Muriya and we are happy that Al Maha are able to successfully help us achieve this" he stressed.

The signing of the fuel supply agreement with Al Maha is significant as the company is Oman's leading distributor of petroleum products. Muriya also has future plans to tie up with Al Maha to establish petrol stations for the convenience of the residents at both the destinations.

Construction for 'Salalah Beach' project started during the second-quarter 2008, wherein the infrastructure, equipment and manpower were deployed. The foundation has been laid for several villas from Phase I, large proportions of the marina basin have been excavated and a good deal of the marina quay wall has been dredged.

The portfolio of hotels planned for 'Salalah Beach' includes Club Mediteranee, Rotana and Movenpick. The excavation and soil replacement of the foundations for the Rotana Hotel are already completed In 'Jebel Sifah' the foundation, work on beams and steel reinforcement are already in place for several villas and levelling and grading of numerous villas facing the golf course has been completed. Construction on the 18 marina apartment blocks is in progress and due to be completed within 17 months, and excavation and levelling of three marina apartment blocks is already in progress. Work on the marina has been proceeding at a great pace, large proportions of the marina quay wall have been dredged and a great area of the marina basin excavated.

'Jebel Sifah' will also include major hotel brands such as Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts and Angsana Resorts & Spas and Missoni Hotels. Construction for one of the marina boutique hotels starts this month, February 2009, and is expected to be completed within 17 months.

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