Oman’s Ministry of Energy and Minerals, in cooperation with Oman Environmental Services Holding Company “be’ah”, organised a workshop regarding the National Facility Project for the management of naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM) waste. 

This initiative is part of national efforts to develop an integrated and safe system for managing radioactive waste resulting from oil and gas exploration and production activities in Oman, reported Oman News Agency.

The meeting aimed to introduce the project and review its technical, operational, and legislative aspects. Furthermore, it sought to enhance coordination and integration among relevant authorities to support environmental safety requirements and sustainability goals within the energy sector.

The programme included several specialised presentations, with the Environment Authority providing an overview of the legislative and regulatory framework for radioactive waste management in Oman. 

This presentation addressed regulatory requirements, safety standards, and associated obligations.

For its part, be’ah delivered an introductory presentation on the National Facility Project for NORM waste management, outlining the project’s objectives, components, and its role in managing this type of waste according to established best practices. 

The company also reviewed standard operating procedures for the inventory and classification of such waste, as well as the approved procedures for its acceptance and transport, thereby clarifying the operational mechanisms for managing radioactive waste throughout its various stages.

The workshop concluded with an open discussion session where participants' inquiries were addressed and the meeting’s key themes were deliberated. 

This served to enhance the exchange of views and the integration of roles between government entities and companies operating in the oil and gas sector.