During the visit, Halil met with Gary Stringer, International Business Development Manager at NOCN Group, to discuss how internationally recognised qualifications, quality assurance and vocational training can help support the country's ambitious economic and workforce development plans.

The visit follows ongoing discussions between Halil and Ebrahim Radhi, NOCN Group's Director for the Middle East, as both organisations explore opportunities to work together in support of Oman Vision 2040.

Supporting Oman Vision 2040

Oman Vision 2040 sets out an ambitious roadmap to diversify the country's economy, reduce reliance on oil revenues and invest in developing a highly skilled national workforce. Education, technical training and lifelong learning are central to achieving these objectives.

NOCN Group's international portfolio of qualifications, vocational training programmes and quality assurance services is well placed to support organisations delivering education and workforce development across the region, helping learners develop the practical skills employers need while supporting economic growth.

Exploring opportunities across priority sectors

Discussions focused on how NOCN Group's products and services could support skills development across several key sectors, including:

• Oil and gas
• Mining
• Renewable energy
• Construction, including CPCS training
• Engineering and technical skills
• Employability and workforce development

By working collaboratively with education providers, employers and strategic partners, NOCN Group aims to help create clear pathways into employment while supporting organisations to deliver internationally recognised training that meets industry needs.

Building long-term partnerships

The visit forms part of NOCN Group's wider international strategy to work alongside governments, employers and training providers to develop sustainable skills systems that respond to labour market demand.

As discussions continue, Gary Stringer and Ebrahim Radhi are planning a visit to Oman in September, where they will meet with potential partners, stakeholders and industry representatives to further explore opportunities for collaboration.

The visit will provide an opportunity to showcase NOCN Group's full range of qualifications, quality assurance services and workforce development solutions, while strengthening relationships that can support the delivery of high-quality vocational education and training across Oman.

NOCN Group looks forward to continuing discussions and developing partnerships that contribute to Oman Vision 2040, helping learners, employers and training providers build the skills needed for future economic growth.