AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSpace & Connectivity: UK firm Archangel Lightworks says it has successfully tested the world’s smallest deployable operational optical ground station (TERRA-M), designed for secure, rapid laser links with low Earth orbit satellites—aimed at boosting global connectivity and security. Energy Storage: Oman’s Authority for Public Services Regulation opened technical bids for an independent advisory role for a planned 1,000MW/4-hour battery energy storage system, with 13 international firms submitting. Digital Education: Oman’s TRA plans a nationwide satellite initiative to bring high-speed internet to remote government schools, starting with the first phase to connect every school. STEM Youth: Oman’s Research and Innovation Authority selected nine projects to represent the Sultanate at the London International Youth Science Forum, including AI anti–money laundering, hydrogen, drone monitoring, and smart cane concepts. Oilfield AI: SLB announced it is acquiring AI firm Tachyus to expand physics-based reservoir modeling and link planning to production execution. Oman–Korea Trade: OPAZ and Korea’s trade minister discussed cooperation across oil & gas, green hydrogen, AI, and SME support tied to Duqm’s special economic zone. Transport & Logistics: OCCI and MTCIT held a workshop on boosting Oman’s competitiveness in transport and logistics and improving international rankings.
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