OFO was constituted in 1995 and commenced cable production in early 1999. Situated in Muscat , the capital of the Sultanate of Oman, OFO uses state of the art technology to draw fiber and manufacture world class fiber cable products. OFO manufactures cables for long haul backbone communication links, LAN networks, video transmission & Cable TV, traffic signaling, FTTH solutions, security systems, defence and specialty applications.

OFO is a public listed company traded in the Muscat Securities Market. The prime share holders include Oman Telecommunications Company S.A.O.C, Gulf
Investment Corporation of Kuwait, Dr. Omar AI-Zawawi establishment, Oman & Emirates Investment Holding Company and the General Public


Oman Fiber Optic Company was formed in 1996 by a group of Omani & Emirati (UAE) investors. The major shareholders include the Telecom Service Provider Oman Telecommunications Company S.A.O.C, Gulf Investment Company of Kuwait, Oman & Emirates Investment Holding Company and H.E.Dr. Omar Zawawi & Associates. OFO is a joint stock company and the shares are listed at Muscat Securities Market. 

At OFO, the commitment to high quality, in every sphere of activity is total. We have ISO 9001-2000 Certification by RWTUV of Germany. The plant is equipped with comprehensive mechanical and optical test equipment both for optical fiber & optical fiber cable measurements. Products are manufactured to meet and exceed international specifications and conforming to ITU-T, IEC, EN, Bellcore GR 20 & other recognized standards. OFO processing systems, adherence to quality standards and cable performance has successfully passed audits by reputed firms viz. Bureau Veritas, SGS & Siemens AG of Germany. With a view to maintaining consistent quality standards, raw materials are sourced from reputed manufacturers under long-term contract. The prime cabling material, Optical Fiber, is drawn in-house on modern draw towers under controlled conditions. The OFO design team engineers cable designs to suit custom applications in close interaction with end users and project consultants, providing a much needed technical assistance to utilities, municipalities and in small and medium enterprises.

A sharp customer focus has been a major factor in our achievements. Through concerted efforts, high quality standards, competitive pricing and efficient services, OFO has built up a reputation amongst discerning customers like Siemens AG, Marconi Communications International Limited, Ericsson, Nexans, Anixter, leading PTTs in the Middle East, reputed Telecom Consulting firms and cable laying contractors. Today we meet the needs of Fixed and Mobile Telecommunication providers, System Integrators, Regional Municipalities, Oil & Gas companies, Power & Water Utility entities and Cable laying contractors. 

The driving force at Oman Fiber Optic Company is its people. OFO employs people of various nationalities and provides the ideal environment for the blending of cultures as well as an atmosphere where people can share experiences, discuss ideas and grow together. Avenues are provided for enhancement of technical skills, keeping abreast with changes in world markets and for bringing innovative ideas to the workplace.


The highest recognition for OFO has been repeat business and an impeccable track record of successful cable supplies to a wide range of customers. Oman Fiber Optic Company received the “Flame of Excellence” Award for the year 2001. Keeping with general expectations, OFO was chosen as one among the best five factories within the Sultanate of Oman and received “His Majesty's Cup” for the year "2002" "2007"
and " 2008"