Muscat Airport MC12 – MRO and Cargo Facilities

State-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities

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The Muscat Airport MC12 – MRO and Cargo Facilities project is a pivotal component of Oman’s strategy to enhance its aviation infrastructure and logistics capabilities. This initiative encompasses the development of state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities alongside advanced cargo terminals at Muscat International Airport.

🏗️ Project Overview

  • Total Area: Approximately 352,914 square meters, covering both Muscat and Salalah airports. (Pinnacle Infotech)
  • Cargo Terminal (Muscat):
    • Annual Capacity: Designed to handle up to 260,000 tons of cargo.
    • Facilities:
      • 19,000 m² of temperature-controlled storage.
      • 2,200 m² dedicated to live animal handling.
  • MRO Complex (Muscat):
    • Hangars:
      • Wide-body Code F hangars.
      • Two-position Code C hangar.
    • Additional Facilities:
      • Ground Run-up Enclosure (GRE).
      • Technical workshops and offices.
      • Central utility plant and ancillary buildings.
      • Advanced systems including aircraft wing and tail maintenance docks, overhead cranes, and Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) for parts storage.

👷 Key Participants

  • Client: Oman Ministry of Transport & Communications.(Energy International, ProTenders)
  • Main Contractor: Joannou & Paraskevaides (J&P), responsible for the design and construction of the cargo and MRO facilities. (ProTenders)
  • BIM & MEP Services: Pinnacle Infotech provided comprehensive Building Information Modeling (BIM) services, including 3D modeling, coordination, and shop drawings for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEPF) systems. (Pinnacle Infotech)
  • HVAC & Industrial Equipment: Energy International supplied various components such as Variable Air Volume (VAV) units, fans, air curtains, and truck cooling fans. (Energy International)

🛠️ Engineering & Design Highlights

  • BIM Implementation:
    • Developed 3D models with Level of Development (LOD) 400 for MEP and Fire Protection systems.
    • Utilized Revit and Navisworks for model creation and clash detection.
    • Addressed over 6,000 clashes, including 3,000 critical ones, ensuring seamless coordination among various trades. (Pinnacle Infotech)
  • Design Standards:
    • Adopted the Development of Airport in Sultanate of Oman (DASO) standards for MEP modeling and shop drawing creation.
    • Managed extensive documentation, including 1800 transmittals and 250 RFIs, using Newforma software for efficient project communication. (Pinnacle Infotech)

📅 Project Timeline & Budget

  • Project Duration: The MRO and cargo facilities were part of the broader Muscat International Airport expansion, with significant milestones achieved between 2007 and 2016.
  • Budget: The contract for the design and construction of the cargo and MRO facilities was valued at approximately USD 518 million.

🌐 Strategic Significance

The MC12 project is integral to Oman’s vision of transforming Muscat into a major aviation and logistics hub in the Gulf region. By enhancing cargo handling capacities and establishing advanced MRO facilities, the project aims to boost economic diversification, facilitate trade, and support the growth of the aviation sector.

Muscat MRO

DATE

December 7, 2015

CLIENT

Oman Ministry of Transport & Communications

PROJECT TYPE

Commercial

CONTRACTOR

Joannou & Paraskevaides (J&P)

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