Boskalis kicks off SOHAR dredging project in Oman

SOHAR Port and Freezone has announced the start of dredging operations for the Marsa LNG project, a critical step in positioning SOHAR as the Middle East’s first LNG bunkering hub.

Led by Boskalis’ advanced Coastway and Willem van Oranje Trailing Suction Hopper Dredgers, the operation will remove approximately four million cubic meters of material to develop a dedicated approach channel and berth pocket for the LNG plant.

“The arrival of the two dredgers marks a significant milestone in SOHAR Port and Freezone’s journey to becoming a regional leader in LNG bunkering,” said Emile Hoogsteden, CEO of SOHAR Port.

With a $1.6 billion investment, this project is a cornerstone of Oman’s energy transition, reinforcing SOHAR’s position as a key enabler of sustainable maritime growth.

Keeping to schedule, dredging operations are progressing as planned, ensuring timely completion by September 2025 and setting the stage for world-class infrastructure that will reshape the region’s LNG landscape.