Hydrogen from Oman: Is it the solution for German steel? German policymakers are asking where the green hydrogen for low‑carbon steel will come from. Oman’s response is clear: from us. Reporting from Muscat shows how the Gulf state positions itself as a future supplier of green hydrogen and ammonia — and why German steelmakers are watching closely. The article appeared in WAZ, one of several pieces covering Oman’s emerging role in Europe’s industrial transformation. Read More

All of Arabia swelters under the constant sun – no, wait: in a little paradise in Oman, it drizzles constantly, even during the hottest time of year. Guests come from the surrounding area and happily let themselves be drenched in the rain amidst the greenery. A different kind of Arabia Felix.So much for desert: The first step out of a hotel room in Salalah, Oman, in the summer mornings ends in a puddle. You could trudge to the breakfast buffet in rubber boots…

Oman offers a calmer, more grounded experience than its glittering neighbors Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Castles, mountains, beaches, and desert landscapes show a country that blends heritage with modern life. Read More

Strong bonds of friendship have been a hallmark of Sultanate of Oman and Germany relations. A number of German tourists visit the country each year and are swayed by its beauty. Among them are Natascha Plankermann and Michael Bittner, both friends from Düsseldorf who love Oman and have a flair for ships.Natascha is a freelance journalist who has been regularly visiting Oman since 2015 and acts as Oman’s point of contact in Germany. Recently she was interviewed on WDR Fernsehen, a free-to-air German…