ADC CEO Hussein Al-Safadi emphasized the importance of the two agreements in strengthening the investment environment in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, noting that establishing a factory for Bin Al-Ameed and operating a branch at King Hussein International Airport represent a qualitative addition to industrial, commercial, and service activities in Aqaba, reflecting the diversity of available investment opportunities and the region's ability to attract leading projects and brands.
Al-Safadi stated that ADC continues its efforts to attract quality investments and strengthen partnerships with the private sector in a way that contributes to expanding the production base, developing services, and stimulating economic activity, stressing that the integration between industrial and service investments forms a fundamental pillar in enhancing Aqaba's competitiveness and consolidating its position as a regional hub for investment, trade, and services.
He added that ADC attaches importance to providing a stimulating investment environment that allows investors to establish their projects, expand their businesses, and benefit from the infrastructure and economic components enjoyed by the region, thereby contributing to job creation, achieving added economic value, and supporting sustainable development goals in Aqaba.
In turn, Chief Operating Officer of the Jordan National Real Estate Company Meshal Shiha confirmed that establishing a factory for Bin Al-Ameed in the South Aqaba Investment Complex, one of the company's projects, represents a qualitative addition to industrial investments in Aqaba and contributes to enhancing the utilization of facilities and infrastructure dedicated to production and industrial activities, supporting the expansion of food industries and the diversification of industrial investments in the region.
Al-Shiha pointed out that establishing the factory will contribute to supporting local production, providing job opportunities, and stimulating the national economy, praising the role of ADC in empowering investors and attracting quality investments, and confirming the company's aspiration to continue attracting more industrial and logistical projects that enhance Aqaba's position as a regional center for investment and business.
Managing Partner of Bin Al-Ameed Company, Basel Al-Daher, emphasized the importance of the two agreements in supporting the company's plans to expand its industrial and commercial activities, noting that choosing Aqaba to establish a new factory reflects confidence in the investment and economic components enjoyed by the region, and the opportunities it provides for growth and business development.
He added that the new factory aims to benefit from the advantages provided by the Aqaba Special Economic Zone to support export growth and enhance the company's competitiveness, contributing to the realization of its plans for expansion into global markets. The partnership is also expected to contribute to providing approximately 100 job opportunities, a move that reflects the company's commitment to supporting employment and empowering local talent.
Al-Daher explained that the industrial project constitutes a step toward enhancing the company's production capabilities, while operating coffee outlets at King Hussein International Airport allows for the expansion of its brand presence in one of the vital facilities linked to tourism and commercial traffic, and providing services that meet the needs of travelers and airport visitors.
He added that through these two projects, the company looks forward to strengthening its investment presence in Aqaba and benefiting from the opportunities available in the industrial and service sectors, which supports its expansion plans and contributes to stimulating local economic activity.
For his part, Director General of King Hussein International Airport, Dr. Mohammad Al-Saraira, confirmed that awarding the tender for operating coffee shop locations at the airport to Bin Al-Ameed Company comes within the framework of efforts aimed at developing commercial services and supporting facilities, and upgrading the level of services provided to travelers in accordance with operational requirements and quality standards adopted at airports.
Al-Saraira explained that developing commercial facilities is part of the ongoing efforts to improve the passenger experience and enhance the efficiency of services within the airport, noting the importance of attracting well-known brands and expanding the available service options to meet the needs of travelers and visitors.
He added that this step aligns with the trend toward enhancing the economic and tourism role of King Hussein International Airport and raising its service readiness level, which supports Aqaba's position as a tourism and investment destination and contributes to developing the system of services related to the air transport sector.
ADC continues its pivotal role in leading efforts to develop infrastructure and enhance the business environment in the region through the implementation of quality projects and strategic partnerships that contribute to supporting sustainable economic growth. The company is also committed to adopting global best practices in managing and developing ports, industrial zones, and logistics, which enhances Aqaba's position as an advanced regional hub for investment and logistics services.
