Economic research and studies
Conduct studies and researches on the business activity in the Sultanate and other countries
Collect information on the available investment opportunities at the local market, the size of exports and imports
Provide advice for local and foreign investors on the economic situation, the available investment opportunities, incentives and most lucrative businesses
Conduct surveys to get valuable feedback on the requirements and aspirations of the Omani private sector, the challenges facing them and how to overcome such challenges.

Public Relation and communications
Receiving investors and visiting trade delegations
Prepare for the Omani delegations to take part at the different economic events outside the Sultanate
Prepare for meetings and events that will be held in the Sultanate or at which OCCI will take part
Get visas for the visiting businessmen.
Prepare visit program for the visiting delegation and arrange for meetings among them and local officials and businessmen
Inform Omani private sector companies of the economic events held outside the Sultanate and encourage them to take part in them
Avail business information for businessmen and prepare replies to the incoming inquiries on the business activity in Oman

Contact
Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Muscat
P.O. Box 1400
Postal Code 112, Ruwi
Sultanate of Oman
Tel: (00968) 24763700
Fax: (00968) 24708497

Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA)

The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) represents the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the Arabian Gulf. Established in 2006, the association voices the common interests of more than 240 member companies from the chemical and allied industries, accounting for over 95% of chemical output in the Gulf region. The industry makes up the second largest manufacturing sector in the region, producing up to US$108billion worth of products a year.

The association supports the region’s petrochemical and chemical industry through advocacy, networking and thought leadership initiatives that help member companies to connect, to share and advance knowledge, to contribute to international dialogue, and to become prime influencers in shaping the future of the global petrochemicals industry.

Committed to providing a regional platform for stakeholders from across the industry, the GPCA manages six working committees – Plastics, Supply Chain, Fertilizers, International Trade, Research and Innovation, and Responsible Care – and organizes six world-class events each year. The association also publishes an annual report, regular newsletters and reports.

Contact
Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association
P.O.Box: 123055
Vision Tower, Business Bay
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
T. +971­ 4­ 451­ 06­ 66
F. +971­ 4­ 451­ 07­ 77

Oman Insurance Association

Oman Insurance Association (OIA) was established by Regn No 142 dated 18 December 2010 issued by Ministry of Social Development. OIA is a trade body consisting of Insurance Companies, Insurance Brokers and Loss Adjusters and others licensed by Capital Market Authority, Oman to indulge in Insurance Activity

Oman Insurance Association was established by Regn No 142 dated 18 December 2010 issued by Ministry of Social Development. OIA is a trade body consisting of Insurance Companies, Insurance Brokers and Loss Adjusters and others licensed by Capital Market Authority, Oman to indulge in Insurance Activity. 40 members of the Insurance Fraternity met on 20 September 2006 at Businessmen Hall.

Objective
The Association shall seek to achieve the following objectives:

Interfacing with the Central Bank of Oman and other appropriate authorities and bodies in other industries torepresent members’ interests.
Promoting the insurance industry and fostering public awareness in Oman.
Promoting sound, ethical and professional standards within the insurance industry.
Facilitating exchange of information and statistics and the resolution of issues on specific and non-competitive developments impacting the insurance industry.

Contact
Oman Insurance Association
PO Box 668, Al Hamriyah
Sultanate of Oman
Postal Code 131