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COMPANY PROFILE
Welcome to Muscat Gas
The company profile of the Muscat Gases Company, which displays the most important achievements of the company and its goals in addition to the services and products provided by the company to serve the community.
Your Number 1 LPG Provider in Oman
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Company
Muscat Gases Company SAOG was established in the year 1983 in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, to trade in Industrial gases and LPG. In the year 1985, the first production facility was established at the Industrial Estate in Rusayl,
Sultanate of Oman. MGC’s commitment in consistently meeting customers’ needs have been instrumental in aiding the growth achieved since its inception.
MGC became a Publicly listed Company in 1989. Over the years, the organization has expanded its scale of operations with capacity expansion at LPG Bottling Plants, Bulk LPG and Industrial Gases manufacturing and trading.
Our Long Records will Speak For Themselves
Muscat Gases is the largest LPG bottling company in Oman with a large LPG storage capacity and 9 bolting plants offering cylinders 11, 22 and 44KG cylinders in Oman at:
- Rusayl
- Wadi Kabir
- Sur
- Izki
- Musannah
- Sohar
- Barka
- Duqum
- Buraimi
The strategic locations of these plants ensure uninterrupted and timely supply of bulk and refills to all domestic and Industrial customers. Current bottling capacity is 250 tons per shift per day.
These bottling plants are equipped with modern electronic carousels, state of the art safety measures meeting all relevant international standards. Other consumer friendly features include a tamper-proof, heat-shrink seal on each cylinder.
Muscat Gases operate a large fleet of 23 LPG tankers (23MT), 3 LPG bobtails (8MT) and trailers for transportation of both bulk and cylinders to various customers around Oman
Muscat Gases is the leading exporter of LPG in Oman serving customers all around the region.
Muscat Gases manufacture and supply special blends of Deodorized LPG under the name MGAP (Muscat Gases Aerosol Propellant) to suit the exacting requirements of the customers in Perfume and Insecticide Industries.
OUR VISION
To Be the integrated energy solution company of
choice in the Region.
OUR MISSION
Striving to be at the forefront of safety, innovation, and sustainability in energy
solutions while investing in the development of our people and exceeding
stakeholder’s expectations.
OUR VALUES
Safety
We’re guided by a desire to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for our employees to deliver the best in class services to customers.
Trustability
With a customer-centric DNA, we aim to create a trusted advisor relationship between our employees and customers.
Proactivity
We understand our customers’ expectations and we constantly seek ways to ensure they are exceeded, in order to become their dependable business partners.
Reliability
Our Customers can rely on us to receive quality services consistently, wherever and whenever they interact with us.
Convenience
Our organization aims to deliver a seamless best-in-class experience to our customers across all touchpoints.
Muscat Gas History
1983
- Muscat Gases Company SAOG was established as a Manufacturing Company for Industrial and Cooking Gas in the year 1983 in Muscat as the first LPG company in the Sultanate.
- An Innovative Marketing Idea! A Raffle car on display for a lucky gas customer.
1984
- Bought the first land in Al-Rusayl to establish the first LPG Filling Station.
1985
- Founded as Naseeb Shanfari Industrial Gases LLC in the Sultanate of Oman.
1986
- Established the first LPG refilling station in Rusayl.
- Acquired a new fleet of 1 Prime Mover and 1 Tanker for LPG Transportation.
1987
- Our fleet got expanded by adding 3 more Trailers, 1 tanker & 1 Prime movers.
1989
- Muscat Gases Company SAOG (MGC) was launched as an IPO and became a Publicly Listed Company.
- The company was listed in the Muscat Securities Market under the name of Manufacturing Company for Industrial and Cooking Gases.
1991
- The story of Muscat Gases’ journey started with this Renault Gas Tankers in 1991! The beginning of a new era!
- The first state of the art LPG filling plant of the company is established at Rusayl, Oman.
1992
- MGC invested in the trading of LPG and industrial gases to become the strongest player in its field.
1994
- MGC expanded its scale of operations with capacity expansion of LPG business by increasing the fleet strength by adding 2 LPG tankers (23MT).
1995
- MGC expanded its scale of operations with capacity expansion of LPG business by increasing the fleet strength by adding 3 Bobtail (8MT).
1996
- MGC expanded its scale of operations with capacity expansion of LPG business by increasing the fleet strength by adding 6 Trailers.
1998
- MGC expanded its scale of operations with the capacity expansion of LPG business by increasing the fleet strength by adding 6 LPG tankers (23MT).
2000
- Muscat Manufacturing Company for Industrial and Cooking Gases Rebranded as Muscat Gases Company.
2001
- MGC launched a new product )MGAP(gas odor filter system was installed for the purpose of use as detergents and air fresheners.
- MGC established a new LPG filling plant in Sur due to the increase in LPG demand.
2005
- MGC has increased the LPG Quota to 6,000 MT monthly, bulk sales and cylinder distribution which led to increase the transportation and logistics work and that led to an increase in the fleet strength by adding new 6 new Prime Movers, 4 Tankers and 1 Trailer.
2006
- Import propane and Helium from KSA.
- MGC Increased its fleet by adding additional 3 pickups.
2007
- Export propane to Qatar.
- MGC has expanded with a large fleet of 13 LPG tankers, 20 Prime Mover, 7 Trailers, and 1 Bobtail for inbound and outbound logistics to transport around 70,000 MT per annum of LPG from various locations in Oman and UAE which translates to nearly 200 MT of LPG per day.
2008
- Export propane to Kuwait.
- MGC Increased its fleet by adding additional Bus for the transportation of its employees.
2009
- MGC increased its services by exporting LPG from Oman and Sohar Refinery to new customers in UAE.
2010
- MGC established a new LPG filling plant in Wadi Kabir due to the increase in LPG demand.
2011
- MGC increased its services by supplying propane to various customers.
2013
- MGC established a new Nitrogen filling plant in Sohar due to the increase in LPG demand.
2015
- MGC upgraded its order gas filtering system by adding additional 8 filter units.
2017
- Restructured the LPG and Industrial gases division.
- Muscat Gas Company has signed an agreement to sell 70% of its stake in United Industrial Gases Company, in favor of Air Products Lessing.
2018
- Recruited a New CEO, Mr. Imad Sabbagh with more than 25 years of experience in Management and sales in multiple fields, mainly Gas Distribution.
- Redesigned a New Brand, The MGC has launched its New Logo !!
2019
- Inaugurated the new Head Office in Al-Azaiba.
- MGC obtains the ISO certificate (ISO 45001: 2018) in order to comply with international standards and specifications in the quality management, environment and occupational safety system.
- MGC increased the fleet strength with total of 23 LPG tankers, 28 Prime mover, 7 Trailers and 3 Bobtails to utilize the new Quota of 8,500 MT monthly for local market and exporting 4,000 MT monthly from Daleel field to UAE customers.
- Muscat gas company has been awarded a contract with Daleel Petroleum for the provision of LPG Supply. By this achievement, Muscat Gases will continue to coagulate its dominance in Oman Market.
2020
- Established a new Muscat Gas website.
- MGC new installation company
- Muscat Gas Company announces contract with Amtrol-Alfa for Contract of Composite Cylinder
- Community initiatives within the campaign (Together with His Majesty Sultan Haitham for a Safe Future) in conjunction with the sultanate's celebrations of the 50th National Day
- Muscat Gases becomes sold distributor of 11kg cylinders vending machines in Middle East
- Muscat Gases Company (MGC) has signed an agreement with Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO) to sell and refill cooking gas cylinders through LPG retail units at selected service stations.
2021
- Acquisition of the 100% share capital of Al Aman Industrial & House Gas Company LLC.
- Muscat Gaz launches its application mGas and mGas Driver for ordering gas cylinders.
Management Team
Mohsin Al Salmi
Senior Sales & Marketing Manager
Ahmed Al Ghailani
Supply Chain Manager
Hamood Al Hadrami
Operations Manager
Abdulsathar Ahmed
Accounting Manager
Saif Al Khatri
Assistant Manager – IT
Salim Al Dhahli
HR Manager
Board of Directors
Abdullah Saud Al Romaih
Abdullah bin Saud Al-Rumaih is a leading figure in the business world, with over twenty years of experience spanning multiple sectors, including industry, investment, financial technology, digital healthcare, and e-commerce. He has led and contributed to the establishment and development of numerous entities across diverse sectors and has participated in the governance of companies as well as economic and development organizations, contributing to digital transformation and the creation of sustainable business models.
His career is distinguished by a combination of executive leadership, institutional work, and board participation, with a clear focus on business development, fostering innovation, and empowering the private sector. He has also played a prominent role in launching entrepreneurial ventures in the fields of travel, digital services, and fintech, contributing to enhancing digital experiences and improving operational efficiency.
Abdullah Al-Rumaih holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and possesses extensive professional experience in corporate leadership and board-level participation.
Engr. Omar Qatan
Naturally, skilled business leader with high quality in Education, Training, Vision, Values and Deliveries.
Had the honour of receiving the prestigious ‘Dahabeeyah’ Gold medal and certificate signed by His Majesty Sultan on the occasion of National Day Celebration in 1985.
Engineer. Omar Ahmed Salim Qatan having 20 years of Board experience, presently the Chairman of Mazoon Electricity Company SAOC and Board member in United Industrial Gases Company LLC, apart from the Vice Chairman of Muscat Gases Company SAOG.
Engineer. Omar Ahmed Salim Qatan holds MSC (Eng.) Tropical Public Health, University of Leeds, and BSC in Civil Engineering, University of California – Davis, International Board Director from Insead France.
Engineer. Omar Ahmed Salim Qatan has 32 years of working experience, e.g. worked as CEO of Oman Oil Marketing Co. SAOG, GM of Gulf Stone SAOG, GM of Dhofar Vegetable SAOG, Senior Manager Projects Galfar Engineering, and Senior Manager with Royal Oman Police for 11 years.
Dr. Khalid Al-Amri
Dr. Khalid Al-Amri is the Executive Chairman of Omani Economic Association and the Managing Director of OSOOL – for Financial and Managerial Services. He is the former CEO of Credit Oman (Export Credit Guarantee Agency of Oman S.A.O.C.). He has a wide experience in financial sector both insurance and banking.
His work has been recognized locally, regionally, and internationally including: Best Paper Award from Western Risk and Insurance Association in the USA, and the GCC award for the Gulf Arab States of Excellence (Qatar), and awarded His Late Majesty Sultan Qaboos Grant for Strategic Research (where he conducted a strategic project of Financial Sector in collaborations with international renewed institutions).
Khalid holds a doctorate in finance and financial risk management from Fox school of Business at Temple University in the USA, Master of Science in Finance from Boston University in the USA.
Khamis Moosa Al Balushi
Khamis bin Moosa bin Aziz Al Balushi is a former Naval Staff Officer holding the rank of Colonel in the Ministry of Defence of the Sultanate of Oman, with over 32 years of extensive professional experience in financial and military administration. He held several leadership positions, most notably serving as Director of Finance at the Royal Navy of Oman during the period (2018–2020). He also contributed to multiple strategic and financial committees at both national and international levels.
He holds academic qualifications in banking studies and military sciences, along with extensive training in management, finance, logistics, and strategic studies from prestigious international institutions. He also served as a Board Member of SMN Power Holding (2019 – March 2026), reflecting his strong expertise in governance and senior management.
Rakan Abdullah Abunayyan
Rakan A. Abunayyan is a board-level executive with over 20 years of experience across financial services, insurance, and industrial investments in Saudi Arabia.
Mr. Abunayyan holds several leadership roles across financial and investment institutions. He is Vice Chairman of Medgulf Insurance Company, where he works with the Board and management on a multi-year turnaround focused on strengthening governance and financial performance. He also serves as Chairman of Alistithmar Capital, supporting the development of institutional asset management capabilities in Saudi Arabia.
In addition, he is Vice Chairman of Lendo, a leading SME financing platform, where he contributes to scaling private credit in the Kingdom, including facilitating over SAR 4 billion in financing and attracting international institutional investment. He also serves as Chairman of Rooya.ai, a Saudi technology company specializing in AI-driven analytics and decision-support solutions, with expansion into international markets including the United Kingdom.
Mr. Abunayyan is also a Board Member of First Milling Company and Enayah Health Association, a non-profit organization focused on advancing sustainable healthcare philanthropy and improving access to medical care.
Earlier in his career, he served as a lecturer in finance at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, in addition to holding senior roles at Abunayyan Holding, Middle East Financial Investment Company, and the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA).
Mr. Abunayyan holds a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from King Saud University. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the United States.
Ali Ahmed Al Balushi
Mr. Ali Al Balushi holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from Sultan Qaboos University. He possesses extensive professional experience in financial and investment analysis across a range of corporate sectors, as well as in portfolio management within GCC markets. His expertise further encompasses commercial and strategic business planning, in addition to the oversight and management of investment operations. He is currently working of the Regional Investment Team within the Investment Unit at the Social Protection Fund.
Mohammed Abdullah Al Ajlan
Mohammed Abdullah Alajlan is a Saudi business leader with extensive experience in manufacturing, retail, and family-owned enterprise management. With a solid background in business administration, he holds a Diploma in Business Administration and has built a career focused on operational leadership, brand development, and commercial growth within traditional and consumer-facing industries.
Mr. Alajlan currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Shemagh Factory, where he leads the company’s strategic direction, overseeing manufacturing operations, product development, and market expansion. Under his leadership, the company has strengthened its positioning within the Kingdom’s traditional apparel sector, focusing on quality, brand identity, and operational efficiency.
In addition to his executive role, he is a Board Member of Mohammed Al-Saad Al-Ajlan Sons Holding Company, a diversified family business group, and a Board Member of Al-Bassam Shemagh Company, further reinforcing his governance experience across manufacturing and distribution businesses.
With over two decades of hands-on leadership, Mr. Alajlan brings strong expertise in industrial operations, supply chain management, and family business governance. His experience spans both executive management and board-level oversight, enabling him to contribute effectively to strategic decision-making, operational transformation, and sustainable growth initiatives.