Key Highlights
- Oman’s mobile subscriptions surged 12–15%, exceeding 8 million active lines by mid-2025.
- IoT connections skyrocketed over 118%, reaching approximately 1.55 million devices across the country.
- Strong public sector investment aligns with Vision 2040, targeting a digital economy expansion and $441 million digital transformation initiatives.
Oman’s telecommunications sector posted solid growth in early 2025, with over 8.13 million mobile subscriptions, representing a 12–15% year-over-year increase. Postpaid lines rose by approximately 5.8%, reflecting a shift toward higher-value service plans.
Meanwhile, mobile broadband subscriptions exceeded 5.4 million, indicating robust demand for high-speed connectivity.
IoT Surge Signals Smart Economy Momentum
The most dramatic uptick occurred in the Internet of Things (IoT) segment, which soared by 118.7% year-on-year to around 1.55 million connections.
This surge underscores Oman’s rapid adoption of smart technologies across logistics, utilities, healthcare, and public infrastructure.
Infrastructure Expansion Fuels Growth
Oman’s telecommunications infrastructure saw notable upgrades, including more than 5,600 3G to 5G base station conversions, expanded fiber‑optic networks, and nearly 90% of residences with fiber access.
Regulatory support through spectrum allocation and digital services rollout under Vision 2040 is further accelerating the shift.
Strategic Digital Plans Drive Transformation
The government has committed approximately $441.5 million to digital transformation initiatives, aiming to digitize 80% of public services by 2025 and elevate the digital economy’s contribution from 3% in 2025 to 10% by 2040.
These initiatives are anchored in Oman’s Vision 2040 roadmap.
Why This Matters
Oman is positioning itself as a regional leader in digital infrastructure and smart technology adoption.
With surging mobile and IoT growth backed by strategic investments, the Sultanate is accelerating its transition into a tech-driven digital economy, laying the foundation for smart cities, industrial automation, and global competitiveness.