Jewel of Muscat

Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (“Banyan Tree” or the “Group”) is a leading manager and developer of premium resorts, hotels and spas in the Asia Pacific, with over 20 resorts and hotels, over 60 spas, in excess of 60 retail galleries, and two golf courses. The Group manages and/or has ownership interests in niche resorts and hotels, and has eight operating business segments: hotel investment, hotel management, spa operations, gallery operations, hotel residence sales, property sales, design and other services as well as real estate hospitality funds. The Group’s primary business is the management, development and ownership of resorts and hotels. This is centered on two award-winning brands: Banyan Tree and Angsana. Banyan Tree also operates the leading integrated resort in Thailand – Laguna Phuket, through the Group’s subsidiary, Laguna Resorts & Hotels Public Company Limited.

FormSys is a software development company specialising in 3D software for design, analysis and construction. Specialist areas of application include naval architecture and shipbuilding, and structural engineering.

Since 1972, Galfar Engineering & Contracting SAOG, has grown into one of the largest construction companies in the Middle East, with a turnover of over US$700 million.

JURONG International is a multi-disciplinary organization whose global presence is a true testimony of the Singaporean entrepreneurial spirit. Our business model is based on the provision of a full suite of Design & Build, Consultancy and Facilities Management integrated services. With an established track record in Master Planning, Design and Project Management for industrial townships, specialized parks, factories and infrastructure, JURONG International set out to actively market its services overseas, beginning with its flagship project – the Singapore-Suzhou Industrial Park, in the early 1990s. Today, JURONG International, led by Group President & CEO Er Tang Tat Kwong, has completed more than 1600 projects in 144 cities across 39 countries. Its overseas foray has since resulted in the opening of offices in Suzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Bangalore, Abu Dhabi and Amman. We work very closely with our customers, dedicating to them trained and committed staff who will execute projects that fulfill their requirements. Our project managers are equipped with problem-solving abilities, honed through years of experience, both locally and abroad. JURONG International is staffed by more than 1,000 professionals and support staff, in Singapore and its overseas offices.

The Board of Directors, management and staff at Marina Bandar Al-Rowdha are proud to be chosen to host the historic vessel Jewel of Muscat as she prepares for her momentous voyage to Singapore. The marina is located between the warm blue waters of the Gulf of Oman and the craggy Hajar Mountains of northern Oman. There are 500 wet and dry berths serviced by modern launch equipment. Some berths have fresh water and electricity supplies and all are behind security barriers manned 24 hours a day. There is also a fully equipped marine workshop, and a 65 ton travel lift. The marina boasts its own licenced restaurant which serves an international cuisine. Charter boats are available for coastal cruises, whale and dolphin watching, sports fishing and sunset cruises. There is an on-site scuba diving operator. No membership is required to use the above facilities, the restaurant, bar and pools are open to all. A recently added attraction is a semi-submersible boat, which operates in the beautiful khawrs at Bandar Al-Khayran.

The governorate of Muscat overlooks the Gulf of Oman and is situated in the south of Al-Batinah coast. Towards the east, it extends to the mountain range known as Al-Hajar Al-Sharqi and to Al-Sharqiyah region, and west to the Batinah region, and the Dakhiliya region towards the south. The Muscat Governorate includes six Wilayats: Muscat; Muttrah; Bawsher; A’Seeb; Al-Amerat and Quriyat. The city of Muscat is one of the most ancient cities in the region. It overlooks the Gulf of Oman via a mountain range that stretches northwest from Bandar Danaji by the Wilayat of Muttrah, between Mutteireh and Riyam, with a series of villages and mountains that extend to the village of A’Seefa by the Wilayat of Quriyat. One of the beautiful spots by the coast of Muscat is Qantab, which is a traditional fishing village and a very popular destination for beach goers. The village has a number of authorised fishing locations making it one of the very popular fishing destinations. Qantab village is located near Al-Jissah and Bandar Al-Jissah, which are very attractive tourist destinations featuring beautiful beaches of coconut palms and a number of historical sites. The area enjoys a charming blend of traditions and modernity flavoured by the natural beauty of the sea.

The Khimji Ramdas Group (KR) is a leading conglomerate in the Sultanate of Oman. Setting high standards has helped it maintain its leadership position in the consumer, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

Denton Wilde Sapte LLP is a top UK-based law firm, with an international footprint that includes the most comprehensive network of offices in the Middle East; a major presence in the CIS; a South East Asian office in Singapore and; the largest network of associate firms in Africa. With over 750 legal staff, including more than 175 partners, DWS provide a broad range of commercial legal services. They are acknowledged leaders in advising businesses in four industry sectors: Energy, Transport & Infrastructure; Financial Institutions; Real Estate & Retail and; Technology, Media & Telecoms.

The Zubair Corporation (Z-Corp) is a private business group that has grown from a small endeavour in 1967 to one of the leading business conglomerates in the region. For over four decades, Z-Corp has been bringing technology & expertise from around the world into the Sultanate of Oman & beyond. It has participated in the creation, promotion & growth of national infrastructure, culture, tourism & industry and pioneered in the development of a transfer of technology program to ensure that national talent captures intellectual property and knowhow. From the construction of major public buildings, the development of the country’s roads, to the setting up of major electrical generating stations, the build out of a leading cultural institution, through to commissioning major shipping ports and launching the first heavy engineering manufacturing platform, it has iconically contributed to Oman’s physical & cultural growth. The diverse range of companies, subsidiaries & associates operate in Oman, the Middle East, India, the Far East, Europe & the USA.