Sohar International and National Bank of Oman (NBO) have agreed a $720 million syndicated refinancing facility for Phoenix Power Company SAOG (PPC), following the 15-year extension of its Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP).

The financing documents were signed by Abdulwahid Mohammed Al Murshidi, Chief Executive Officer of Sohar International; Abdullah Al Hinai, Chief Executive Officer of NBO; and Ahmed Al Abri, Chief Financial Officer of PPC, establishing a framework for collaboration towards financing the company’s continued operations and supporting the reliability and resilience of Oman’s power infrastructure.

Al Murshidi said: “At Sohar International, we see our role extending beyond providing financial solutions to actively enabling the projects and partnerships that contribute to Oman’s long-term economic resilience. Financing of Phoenix Power reflects our commitment to mobilising capital towards strategic assets that are integral to the Sultanate’s development. By supporting the continued operation of a major power generation facility, we are contributing to the strength of Oman’s energy ecosystem while advancing our broader commitment to the ambitions of Oman Vision 2040.”

Pullattu Radhakrishnan Anil Kumar, General Manager & Chief Corporate Banking Officer at NBO, said: “Transactions of this scale demonstrate the important role Oman’s banking sector can play in financing the infrastructure that underpins the country’s growth. The USD 720 million refinancing of Phoenix Power reflects the capabilities of local banks to structure and deliver significant financing for strategic assets. Together with Sohar International, we are pleased to support an asset that strengthens energy security and contributes to long-term economic value for Oman.”

Al Abri said: “The successful refinancing represents an important milestone for Phoenix Power. We value the support and expertise of both National Bank of Oman and Sohar International throughout the transaction. The refinancing provides a strong financial foundation as we continue to operate a critical power generation asset and contribute to the reliable supply of electricity across Oman.”

Phoenix Power operates one of Oman’s largest power generation facilities, making its continued operations an important contributor to the Sultanate’s electricity infrastructure. The 15-year PPA extension provides a long-term framework for the facility’s operations, while the proposed syndicated financing will support the company’s financial requirements following the extension. Through its role as joint lead alongside NBO, Sohar International is further strengthening its engagement with strategic players across Oman’s economy and demonstrating its corporate and institutional banking capabilities in facilitating financing solutions for projects with long-term national significance.

The partnership also highlights the value of collaboration between financial institutions and key industry stakeholders in advancing Oman’s economic priorities. By facilitating access to capital for strategically important projects, Sohar International continues to support the development of a resilient economic ecosystem while creating sustainable value for businesses and the wider community. - TradeArabia News Service