Oman Flour Mills adopts tech to enhance sustainability, reports 22% jump profit in Q2 2025

OMAN – Oman Flour Mills Company (OFM) has announced the installation of the Eniscope Smart Energy Efficiency Management System at its eight-storey milling facility, in a move aimed at improving energy visibility and reducing operational waste.

The move marks a significant step in aligning the company’s operations with Oman Vision 2040, which advocates the adoption of smart technologies for resource optimisation and institutional innovation.

The Eniscope system, developed to provide real-time electricity consumption monitoring and analysis, was selected after a rigorous evaluation of various options, including solar energy and the ISO 50001 global energy management standard.

According to Adil Al Sabqi, Innovation Manager at OFM, Eniscope stood out for its real-time analytics and precise operational data that support informed energy decisions without the need for major infrastructure adjustments.

A pilot phase of the system at one of OFM’s milling sites led to a 12% reduction in electricity usage, highlighting the potential for substantial efficiency gains.

 “The pilot implementation resulted in an immediate electricity consumption reduction of up to 12%,” said Al Sabqi.

He noted that the system also heightened employee awareness of energy conservation and helped foster a corporate culture centred on efficiency and environmental consciousness.

Eniscope’s dashboard delivers instant reports and advanced analytics that help identify inefficiencies such as unnecessary equipment usage and underperforming systems. Additional features include voltage fluctuation protection and alerts that empower operations teams to respond swiftly to anomalies, ensuring continuous optimisation.

As part of the rollout strategy, OFM plans to expand the system across all its production facilities. The initiative will be accompanied by tailored training programmes for staff, aiming to maximise data-driven decision-making in plant operations.

Furthermore, the company plans to integrate the system with its future solar energy projects and implement it in line with ISO 50001 standards.

Oman Flour Mills reports strong Q2 performance

Meanwhile, Oman Flour Mills has reported a solid performance for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025.

The company posted sales of OMR 68.53 million (US$178 million), a 3.25% increase compared to OMR 66.38 million (US$172.4 million) in the same period in 2024.

Net income rose to OMR 4.32 million (US$11.2 million), up 22% from OMR 3.53 million (US$9.1 million) a year earlier. This improvement in profitability reflects better cost management and operational efficiency.

According to the company, despite ongoing volatility in global commodity markets, including grain and wheat prices, OFM has maintained supply chain stability and sustained production.

The company’s performance was further supported by steady demand in both domestic and export markets across its core product lines, which include flour, feed, and bakery products. The animal feed division continues to play a central role in supporting Oman’s poultry and livestock sectors.

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