‏Bank Muscat and Oman Airports Form Partnership for Direct Payment Link System

Bank Muscat, the leading financial services in the Sultanate of Oman, continues to reinforce its role as a driving force in digital innovation and technological transformation within the banking sector. By consistently investing in smart technologies, artificial intelligence, and automation, the Bank is elevating service quality, simplifying operations, and ensuring a seamless and comprehensive banking experience for customers across all channels.
The Bank continues to advance its innovation agenda by adopting an integrated approach that supports the development of next-generation financial solutions. The Bank consistently explores emerging technologies and global best practices with ongoing investments in its digital infrastructure and enhanced data-driven capabilities, aiming to respond to the rapidly evolving financial landscape and meet customer expectations through creative, future-focused solutions.
Underscoring its leadership in delivering innovative corporate banking solutions, Bank Muscat, has announced a strategic partnership with Oman Airport to implement a state-of-the-art Host-to-Host (H2H) payment integration using the Bank’s API Banking services. The agreement was signed by Ahmed bin Said Al Amry, Chief Executive Officer, Oman Airport and Ahmed Faqir Al Bulushi Deputy CEO–Banking at Bank Muscat.
Through this collaboration, Oman Airport will be able to initiate and manage payments directly from its enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, seamlessly connected to the Bank’s platform. This direct integration eliminates the need for manual file uploads and enables secure, automated, and real-time payment processing; enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and operational control.
The new solution establishes a secure communication channel between the Bank’s core payment systems and Oman Airport’s internal financial management platform. By leveraging H2H integration through API banking, the system automates payment initiation and reconciliation processes, ensures real-time updates on payment status, and provides instant visibility on cash flow and account balances. The result is a more agile and transparent financial operation that strengthens governance, reduces manual intervention, and supports faster decision-making.
Oman Airports continues to strengthen its position as one of the nation’s leading institutions in adopting advanced digital solutions, through ongoing investments in enhancing its technical systems and improving the efficiency of its operational processes. This collaboration with Bank Muscat builds on the company’s efforts to automate its operations and reinforce financial governance, in line with its vision to develop an intelligent ecosystem, enhance technological readiness, and achieve the highest levels of efficiency and transparency in managing its resources.
It is also another step forward in Oman’s journey toward financial digitalization. For Oman Airport, the implementation of this advanced payment solution will significantly enhance operational control, streamline approval workflows, and reinforce data security and compliance in alignment with regulatory standards.
Commenting on the collaboration, Ahmed Faqir Al Bulushi Deputy CEO–Banking, Bank Muscat, said: “We are delighted to announce this partnership with Oman Airports and integrate our payment ecosystem directly with Oman Airport’s ERP through our API Banking services. we are redefining the way corporate payments are managed. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to helping businesses in Oman achieve greater efficiency, security, and transparency in their financial operations.”
From Oman Airport’s side, Ahmed bin Said Al Amry, Chief Executive Officer, Oman Airport, stated: “This partnership with Bank Muscat represents a significant milestone in our digital transformation journey. The automation and real-time connectivity offered by the Bank’s API platform will enhance our ability to manage cash flow, improve accuracy, and strengthen financial control—allowing us to focus on supporting Oman’s aviation growth and strategic vision.”
This collaboration builds on Bank Muscat’s track record of working closely with leading organizations across various sectors to provide tailored digital banking solutions. It further reinforces the Bank’s position as a trusted partner in enabling Oman’s corporate sector to embrace innovation and efficiency through cutting-edge financial technology.
This collaboration with Oman Airport builds upon Bank Muscat’s growing portfolio of strategic partnerships that are transforming the corporate banking landscape in Oman. The Bank has previously worked with key institutions such asOmantel, Muscat Finance, and Taageer Finance, enabling them to integrate advanced Host-to-Host and API-based solutions that streamline payment operations, enhance liquidity management, and strengthen financial governance. Through these collaborations, Bank Muscat continues to drive digital innovation across sectors, reaffirming its leadership in providing secure, efficient, and technology-driven banking solutions that empower businesses to operate with greater agility and confidence.
As result, the Bank has earned the trust of the local, regional, and international community, winning several prestigious awards in various business fields, including leadership in the digital domain. The Bank received the Best Bank for Digital Solutions Award at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards 2025, the Best Digital Bank Award in Oman at the Euromoney Excellence Awards 2025, and the Best Bank for Communications and Digital Marketing Award from The Banker, as well as the Gold Award for Innovation in Digital Channels at the Infosys Innovation Awards 2025. It also named the Best Brand in Customer Experience – Retail Banking by Muscat Media Group (MMG).