Omani travel-tech startup Pinch has achieved significant international recognition, earning a place among the top 100 startups in the Entrepreneurship World Cup “Biban 2025”. The company was selected from a highly competitive pool of over 10,300 applicants from 169 countries, highlighting the growing prowess of Omani innovation on the global stage.
A Spotlight on Omani Innovation
The selection of Pinch in such a prestigious global competition underscores the Sultanate’s burgeoning startup ecosystem. By outperforming thousands of international contenders, the Omani company demonstrates the potential of local technology to create world-class solutions that address specific market needs, in this case, the enhancement of the tourism sector. This achievement serves as a key milestone for both Pinch and the wider Omani tech community.
Redefining Tourism in Oman
Pinch aims to activate and streamline domestic tourism in Oman through its comprehensive digital platform. The application functions as an electronic tour guide, providing users with detailed maps that pinpoint historical landmarks and key tourist sites across the Sultanate. It offers curated routes and pathways to help visitors and residents alike discover destinations such as wadis, castles, and ancient forts. The app features intuitive icons for different attraction types, supplemented with essential details and photos, and includes options for activities like sea tours, fishing, mountain climbing, swimming, and cycling.
About Pinch
Pinch is a digital tourist guide application designed to enhance the travel experience within the Sultanate of Oman. The platform provides users with detailed, map-based guidance to the country’s historical and natural attractions, aiming to simplify exploration and promote domestic tourism by offering curated information on sites and recreational activities.
Source: Oman Daily
