Sohar International Strengthens Financial Connectivity as Gold Sponsor at Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East 2026
Muscat: Sohar International has taken a prominent role as a Gold Sponsor at the Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East 2026, a leading corporate and investment banking event. The conference, held at the Madinat Jumeirah Conference & Events Centre in Dubai, UAE, gathered over 2,000 senior decision-makers from more than 46 countries. Participants included sovereign issuers, institutional investors, financial institutions, regulators, corporates, and top legal and advisory firms from the regional and international debt capital markets.
Through its dedicated exhibition presence and active engagement in discussions, Sohar International reinforced its commitment to the ongoing dialogue within the industry. The event also facilitated strategic one-on-one meetings, allowing the bank to strengthen relationships within the global financial community and deepen engagement with key stakeholders in the capital markets ecosystem.
Insights on Energy Transition Opportunities
Hisham Hassan Moosa, Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Project Financing and Global Banking at Sohar International, highlighted the significance of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region’s energy transition. He stated that it presents one of the most substantial investment opportunities of our time, driven by ambitious national strategies and an increasing demand for sustainable infrastructure.
As the region accelerates its shift towards a low-carbon economy, Moosa emphasized the necessity of developing bankable renewable energy and infrastructure projects. He noted that this requires robust collaboration among governments, financial institutions, developers, and capital market participants to establish effective financing structures that promote sustainable growth.
Moosa remarked that industry forums like Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East are vital for exchanging insights, strengthening strategic partnerships, and advancing the financial ecosystem necessary to support the region’s energy transition goals. He reaffirmed Sohar International’s commitment to contributing to these discussions and fostering innovative financing solutions for long-term economic growth across the GCC.
Engaging in Key Debates on Renewable Energy
During the event, Moosa participated as a speaker in a signature Oxford-style debate titled “Renewables & the Energy Transition in the GCC: Building Bankable Capacity.” This session convened senior industry leaders to explore the evolving financing landscape that underpins the region’s energy transition. Key topics included the development of investable pipelines across solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and hydrogen, as well as the roles of utility and corporate power purchase agreements, public-private partnerships, and mini-perm financing.
The debate also addressed the increasing importance of project bonds, private credit, and institutional capital in renewable energy financing. Participants discussed critical considerations such as intermittency, energy storage, and system capacity as the sector matures. The dialogue further examined the bankability of BESS technologies, the implications of variability for grid investment and returns, and emerging strategies to mitigate construction, merchant, and refinancing risks as GCC renewable energy projects advance to their next development phase.
A Platform for Financial Collaboration
Bonds, Loans & Sukuk Middle East is recognized as one of the premier platforms for dialogue and deal-making within debt capital markets. The event plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration and market development across the financial sector. Sohar International’s participation as a Gold Sponsor underscores its ongoing commitment to enhancing regional financial connectivity and supporting the evolution of the financial landscape.
About Sohar International
Sohar International is Oman’s fastest-growing bank, driven by a clear vision to become a world-leading Omani service company that empowers customers, communities, and individuals to prosper and grow. The bank aims to deliver responsive banking solutions tailored to an ever-changing world, offering innovative services across Commercial and Investment Banking, Wealth Management, Islamic Banking, and more. With a strong digital-first approach and an expanding regional footprint, including a presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Sohar International is dedicated to creating value through strategic partnerships and a dynamic customer experience.
For more information, visit Sohar International.
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Published on 2026-06-28 16:41:00 • By the Editorial Desk
