Oman Data Center Market Investment to Reach USD 492 Million by 2031 as Capacity Expansion Accelerates | Arizton

Oman's data center market is gaining momentum as digital demand continues to rise across cloud, enterprise, and connectivity use cases. Colocation is seeing increased traction, with both global and local operators expanding to support in-country infrastructure needs. Backed by strong connectivity and supportive policies, Oman is becoming a more attractive destination for data center investment in the Middle East. According to Arizton recent research, the market is projected to grow from $288 million in 2025 to $492 million by 2031, reflecting steady expansion and increasing capacity demand.

Insights on 14 Data Centers Facilities across Oman: https://www.arizton.com/market-reports/oman-data-center-market

Market Snapshot
MARKET SIZE (INVESTMENT): USD 492 Million (2031)
MARKET SIZE (AREA): 67 Thousand Sq. feet (2031)
MARKET SIZE (POWER CAPACITY): 18 MW (2031)
CAGR - INVESTMENT (2025-2031): 9.34%
COLOCATION MARKET SIZE (REVENUE): USD 100 Million (2031)
HISTORIC YEAR: 2022-2024
BASE YEAR: 2025
FORECAST YEAR: 2026-2031
Muscat Anchors Oman's Data Center Growth & Capacity Expansion

Oman's Data Center Growth Is Concentrating in Muscat's White Floor Area
Muscat is emerging as the primary data center investment hub in Oman, hosting the majority of operational facilities and capturing the strongest share of upcoming capacity expansion. The city currently supports around 51,000 sq. ft. of live white floor space, underpinned by its role as the capital, robust enterprise demand, reliable power infrastructure, and strong network connectivity. In contrast, Salalah is gaining strategic relevance as a subsea cable-driven interconnection node, attracting edge and connectivity-focused deployments. Looking ahead, Muscat is set to lead Oman's next wave of digital infrastructure growth, with major investments, led by Gulf Data Hub, expected to add nearly 160,000 sq. ft. of new capacity, significantly scaling the market's footprint. This positions Muscat at the center of Oman's data center expansion strategy, reinforcing its dominance in capacity, investment inflow, and long-term colocation demand.

Oman Data Center Market - Key Highlights
• 11 operational colocation facilities, largely Tier III-aligned, reflecting a market built around high uptime and enterprise workloads.
• $8-$9M per MW build costs place Oman among higher-cost data center markets, with continued upward pressure from inflation, interest rates, and policy shifts.
• Strategic collaborations like Equinix-Omantel and the Salalah SN1 carrier-neutral launch are strengthening Oman's role as an emerging interconnection hub.
• Operators such as Oman Data Park are adopting on-site solar (1.4 MW phase), signaling a shift toward energy cost control, sustainability, and operational resilience.

Oman Is Building Cloud Demand Ahead of Hyperscale Supply
Oman is positioning itself as an emerging cloud growth market, supported by Vision 2040 priorities, stricter data sovereignty needs, and rising workloads across AI, fintech, and digital government platforms. Despite the absence of a dedicated cloud region, global providers such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Microsoft, and Oracle are maintaining presence through local partnerships and on-ramp infrastructure, including AWS at Equinix's MC1 facility in Muscat. At the same time, expanding solar capacity and a stronger renewable energy mix are improving Oman's appeal for future hyperscale deployments, aligning cost efficiency with sustainability. This combination is gradually positioning Oman as a strategic entry point for regional cloud and digital infrastructure expansion.

Oman's Data Growth Is Driving New Demand for Digital Infrastructure
Oman's digital infrastructure market is witnessing steady demand growth, driven by the expanding role of automation across key industries and the rapid digitization of public services. Sectors such as oil & gas, logistics, ports, and manufacturing are increasingly deploying AI-led analytics, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring systems, which are raising requirements for low-latency, high-availability data processing environments. At the same time, government-led initiatives in e-governance, smart cities, and digital identity platforms are significantly increasing data volumes across public sectors, including healthcare and education. This combined momentum is translating into consistent demand for scalable cloud infrastructure and advanced data center capacity, reinforcing Oman's position as a growing digital infrastructure market with expanding investment potential.Top Players Shaping the Oman Data Center Market

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Top Players in the Oman Data Center Market
IT Infrastructure Providers:
• Broadcom
• Cisco
• Dell Technologies
• Fujitsu
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Huawei Technologies
• IBM
• Lenovo
• NetApp
• NVIDIA
• Oracle
Data Center Construction Contractors & Sub-Contractors
• AECOM
• DC Pro Engineering
• Direct Services LLC
• Hill International
• Turner & Townsend
Support Infrastructure Providers
• ABB
• Airedale
• Alfa Laval
• Caterpillar
• Cummins
• Eaton
• Johnson Controls
• Legrand
• Schneider Electric
• Siemens
• STULZ
• Vertiv
Data Center Investors
• Cloud Acropolis
• DATAMOUNT
• Equinix
• Oman Data Park
• Ooredoo Oman
New Entrants
• Gulf Data Hub

The Oman Data Center Market Report Includes Size in Terms of
• IT Infrastructure: Servers, Storage Systems, and Network Infrastructure
• Electrical Infrastructure: UPS Systems, Generators, Transfer Switches & Switchgears, PDUs, and Other Electrical Infrastructure
• Mechanical Infrastructure: Cooling Systems, Rack Cabinets, and Other Mechanical Infrastructure
• Cooling Systems: CRAC & CRAH Units, Chiller Units, Cooling Towers, Condensers & Dry Coolers, and Other Cooling Units
• General Construction: Core & Shell Development, Installation & Commissioning Services, Engineering & Building Design, Fire Detection & Suppression Systems, Physical Security, and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)
• Tier Standard: Tier I & Tier II, Tier III, and Tier IV

Discover Connected Market Opportunities:
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What Key Findings Will Our Research Analysis Reveal?
• How big is the Oman data center market?
• What factors are driving the Oman data center market?
• How much MW of power capacity will be added across Oman during 2026-2031?

Why This Research Matters
This research provides a clear, data-backed view of Oman's data center market, covering investment, capacity (MW), area (sq. ft.), and colocation revenue. It outlines who is investing, where growth is concentrated, and how capacity is evolving across cities, along with insights into existing and upcoming facilities. The study also breaks down colocation dynamics, infrastructure investments (IT, power, cooling, construction), and key market trends, supported by a transparent demand-supply analysis to help assess real growth opportunities.

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