The Oman Corridor for the UN, New York

Proasur carried out the Oman Corridor project for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman. In this project, we were responsible for technical development, production and assembly. The exhibition, called Oman Corridor UN New York, is located on the second floor of the United Nations building. Among the pieces on display are a reconstruction of traditional boats assembled with palm and coconut lashing, ceremonial khanjar daggers and international silver coins, recycled clay incense burners, examples of aflaq diplomacy and audiovisual resources that illustrate the inclusive, innovative and sustainable spirit of the Sultanate of Oman.Of course, advance planning was essential to achieving the desired result.Each phase also required precise coordination and attention to detail, which ultimately made it possible to overcome the complex technical and logistical challenges that arose throughout the process. Thanks to this methodology, the proposed objectives were achieved.

Structural Engineering and Production of the Oman Corridor UN New York

As a first challenge, the organisation of the assembly posed a significant difficulty. Similarly, the coordination of teams and processes directly influenced the success of the project. Therefore, it is worth highlighting the most significant technical challenges we face:

• Critical engineering: One of the main milestones was to create a structure over 10.6 metres long that was completely. It should be noted that no part of it was supported by the walls, which added complexity to the process.
• Finishes: On the other hand, the Oman stone-effect cladding on the walls posed a significant production challenge and required technical precision.
• Modular production: All parts were manufactured and pre-assembled at the Proasur workshop. Thanks to a modular and lightweight design, it was possible to ship the parts by commercial air freight and direct cargo to New York, facilitating international transport.

In addition, the corridor where the Corridor was installed measures 10.6 metres long by 5 metres wide, with walls over 3 metres high. All structures are modular, designed to be lightweight and suitable for air transport, while ensuring the necessary strength for a self-supporting structure independent of the building walls.

Audiovisual Integration and Logistics of the Oman UN Corridor

In terms of technology, the successful integration of audiovisual media was crucial to the success of the installation. Four 98‘ screens were included in display cases, along with four 55’ built-in screens and 12 strategically placed speakers. Furthermore, all equipment was designed to be accessible and to facilitate future maintenance work. This feature therefore increases the efficiency and sustainability of the installed system. This optimises the experience in the exhibition space.

Thanks to the joint effort, the team managed to meet deadlines and technical objectives. Similarly, logistics posed a considerable challenge. It should be noted that the assembly was completed in just two weeks. To avoid interfering with the use of the corridor during the day, the main tasks were carried out at night. This meant that the installation was delivered on time before the 80th United Nations General Assembly.

Impact and strategic location at the UN Headquarters in New York

In short, the location gives the project special international relevance. The Oman Corridor is located on the second floor of the UN Headquarters in New York, a short distance from the General Assembly and the Security Council. It is worth mentioning that it is located directly opposite the office of the President of the General Assembly. All of this demonstrates Proasur's quality and technical rigour in demanding international environments.

We would like to express our gratitude to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman for the trust placed in Proasur. We would also like to highlight the collaboration of the Squint/Opera and Fraser Randall teams, whose involvement has been essential in achieving this result.

To learn about other noteworthy international projects, we recommend visiting our Museums and Culture section, which showcases more examples of custom manufacturing and success stories. In fact, this section reflects Proasur's commitment to innovation and quality in highly complex projects. We also provide the project's technical specifications.

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