Oman energy firms launch community and digital skill initiatives

Major energy companies operating in Oman are launching new initiatives to support community development and digital skill acquisition.

bp Oman has initiated the 12th cycle of its Block 61 social investment programme, signing agreements with 11 Omani organizations. The programme focuses on education, technology, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and community development to align with Oman’s 2040 vision. bp Oman, alongside partners OQEP, PTTEP, and PETRONAS, reported reaching over 290,000 people through these initiatives since 2014.

Separately, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) has graduated 30 Omani job seekers from its Digital Innovation Bootcamp 2026. The intensive eight-week programme provided over 5,000 training hours, covering digital applications, automation, and industry innovation. The bootcamp was conducted in partnership with several technology firms, including Microsoft, Dell, Cisco, and SAP, to prepare local talent for the digital economy.