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In 2002, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of India. More than 20 years later, a world-scale manufacturing plant sustains life from the heart of Sur.
- 2000s2002
Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Governments of Oman and India to establish a world-class agri-nutrient manufacturing project in Sur Industrial City.
2002 
2003 2003Foundation stone laid for the OMIFCO complex; the company is incorporated in October 2003.
- 2004
ISO 14001 environmental management certification achieved during construction.
2004 
2005 2005Trial production commenced in March; commercial production from 14 July; first ammonia and urea shipments exported to international markets.
- 2008
Awarded ISO 9001:2000 by BVQI for the Quality Management System.
2008 
2009 2009Awarded the Late Sultan Qaboos, may Allah rest his soul, Cup for the Best Factory.
- 2010s2010
ISO 14001:2004 environmental certification and OHSAS 18001:2007 safety certification awarded.
2010 
2017 2017Recognised among the Sharjah Gulf Top 10 Businesses for operational excellence and sustainability.
- 2020s2023
Under the patronage of H.H. Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, OMIFCO honoured with the Golden Prize in the Environment Authority's Green Branch Award for environmental conservation efforts.
2023
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