The Jordan Maritime Commission (JMC) signed 16 authorization agreements in 2024, enabling the issuance of international classification certificates that comply with International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards for ship safety. This marks a significant step in improving maritime operations in the country.
JMC Director General Omar Dabbas confirmed that the maritime sector regulations were thoroughly reviewed last year. Several legislative amendments were approved by the JMC’s Board of Directors and enacted after publication in the Official Gazette. As part of its ongoing digital transformation strategy, the JMC launched seven pilot electronic services and plans to automate 24 more. These initiatives are designed to streamline maritime operations and improve service efficiency.
A key operational improvement highlighted by Dabbas is the reduction in the processing time for ship entry permits at Jordanian ports. What used to take around one hour now takes just ten minutes, provided that all required documents are complete and compliant.
Additionally, the Ministry of Transport in Jordan and the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure have signed a preliminary memorandum of understanding to renew their agreement on the mutual recognition of maritime certificates for navigators, with finalization expected through diplomatic channels.
In 2024, the JMC issued 181 health certificates for vessels docking at Aqaba’s ports and granted 416 boat driving licenses for operations in Jordanian territorial waters and beyond. The JMC also continues to provide a wide range of maritime services, including technical inspections, vessel maintenance, fuel supply, potable water, and environmental services.
Previously, it was reported that Jordan also signed 12 agreements to support solar installations for households.
