Fuel retailer Shell Oman Marketing Company said its first half net profit rose 27.2 per cent to 4.77 million rials ($12.39 million).

Revenue climbed 37.2 per cent to 112.86 million rials, while net assets grew 5.5 per cent to 19.11 million rials, a company statement said.
It said the company posted better growth in all segments, including retail, lubricants and aviation fuel.