AMMAN — Chief Commissioner of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) Shadi Majali on Saturday said that the ports are currently witnessing increased maritime activity and handling volumes, reflecting Aqaba's role as a strategic logistical hub in the region.

 

In a statement to the Jordan News Agency, Petra, Majali said that the total number of ships received by Aqaba ports during March reached around 267 vessels, including 115 ships via the passenger terminal.

 

The total handling volume amounted to about 2.2 million tonnes, in addition to 74,221 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs).

 

The ports also received 8,174 vehicles, which he described as a clear indicator of operational efficiency and the port’s capacity to handle various types of cargo.

 

The Chief Commissioner added that the ports welcomed around 37,808 passengers, alongside the handling of around 132,000 tonnes of cargo, reflecting the growing tourism movement and maritime transport for individuals and vehicles through Aqaba.

 

Majali noted that the ports are expected to receive 64 ships in the coming days, including 28 via the passenger terminal.

 

Expected handling volumes are projected to reach 699,000 tonnes, in addition to 16,511 TEUs and the movement of 2,197 vehicles.

 

He further clarified that the passenger terminal will deal with around 10,000 passengers and handle 17,500 tonnes during the same period, confirming the sustained momentum in maritime and tourism activity at Aqaba's ports.

 

Majali emphasised that these indicators do not only reflect the readiness of Aqaba's port system but also confirm the effectiveness of operational planning and its ability to absorb the rapid growth in ship and cargo traffic.

 

He pointed out that this performance is supported by a package of continuous developments aimed at consolidating Aqaba's position as an advanced regional centre for transport and logistics, driving the national economy in line with the Kingdom's Economic Modernisation Vision, Petra reported.