Oman Minerals

The mountains of Oman are rich in mineral deposits. Copper ore is being mined in the northern Oman. The ore is processed into electrolytically refined copper cathodes for export. Gold and silver are produced as by-products for export. The Sultanate has also started mining chromite and exporting since early 80's. Geological and geophysical surveys have also revealed deposits of asbestos and thin beds of manganese. Gypsum and limestone are being exploited for the cement factories and exports. High quality marble is being quarried at several locations and marble products are exported to neighbouring countries. Oman is rich in high quality quartzite of grade SiO2 99%.

Oil wealth of Oman:
The main source of revenue is oil. Oman's proven oil reserves are 5.5 billion barrels as on 1996.

Natural gas:
Gas is all set to become the second major source of income for Oman. Natural gas is being exported.