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Investment Climate and Business Investment Climate and Business Opportunities in JordanOpportunities in Jordan
Dr. Maen NsourChief Executive Officer
Jordan Investment Board
Presentation Agenda
Jordan – Portugal Economic Relations
Reforms and Macroeconomic Stability
International Reports
Investment Climate in Jordan
Jordan’s Competitive Advantages
Jordan’s Enabling Platforms
Engines of Growth and Business Opportunities
Jordan – Portugal Economic RelationsJordan – Portugal Economic Relations
Balance of Trade
Portugal maintains positive trade balance with Jordan
The two-way trade volume between the two countries reached $10.7 million in 2007
Trade Relations
Economic Agreements
Agreement On Trade And Economic And Technical Cooperation Between The Government Of The Hashemite Kingdom Of Jordan And The Government Of The Republic Of Portugal (13-MAY-1980).
Agreement On Trade And Economic And Technical Cooperation Between The Government Of The Hashemite Kingdom Of Jordan And The Government Of The Republic Of Portugal (29-JAN-1982).
Jordan – EU Economic Partnership Agreement (24-NOV-1997).
Portugal’s Foreign Direct Investment
Destination Country Number of Investment Projects
Brazil 55Spain 48
Angola 35Poland 23
USA 14Romania 10France 10
Morocco 7Germany 6
UK 6 Other Countries 46
Overall Total 260Source: FDI Markets, Financial Times (2009)
Portugal’s Foreign Direct Investment
Source: FDI Markets, Financial Times (2009)
Sector Number of Investment Projects
Real Estate 42 Financial Services 34 Alternative/Renewable energy 24 Building & Construction Materials 18 Software & IT services 14 Textiles 12 Hotels & Tourism 11 Communications 10 Wood Products 10 Plastics 9 Other Sectors 76Overall Total 260
How Jordan Matches Portugal’s Investment Needs
Textiles Sector in Jordan
$1.3 billion annual exports (around 20% annual growth in the past 5 years).
QIZ’s and numerous industrial estates provide access to services, manufacturing infrastructure.
IT Sector in Jordan
$200 million annual exports.
Sound government Policy, advanced telecom infrastructure and growing talent.
Highly competitive costs with average IT staff salaries only one fifth of Ireland and around 75% lower than in UAE
Building and Construction Materials in Jordan
Jordan possesses significant mineral resources used in the construction industry such as building and ornamental stones (including marble), cement raw materials, sand, gravel, crushed stone and natural sand and others.
Renewable Energy in Jordan
Jordan is blessed with an abundance of solar energy which is evident from the annual daily average solar irradiance on a horizontal surface ranges between 5-7 kWh/m2, which is one of the highest in the world. The average sunshine duration is more than 300 days per year.
Reforms and Macroeconomic StabilityReforms and Macroeconomic Stability
GDP Growth
Gross Domestic Product
GDP Per Capita
Inflation
Foreign Reserves
External Debt as a % of GDP
Deposits in Banks
Trade Balance
Amman Stock Exchange
Amman Stock Exchange
Amman Stock Exchange
Percentage
International ReportsInternational Reports
The Global Competitiveness Report 2008 (GCR)
An effective tool to benchmark the competitiveness of 134 countries .
Jordan ranks 48th out of (134) countries in the report up from 49th out of (131) countries in the previous year
GCR – Business Environment Challenges
The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008
One of the world’s most comprehensive annual report on the competitiveness of 55 nations, ranking and analyzing how a nation’s environment creates and sustains the competitiveness of enterprises.
Jordan ranks 34th out of (55) countries in the report up from 37th out of (55) countries in the previous year.
The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008
2008 2007Overall Performance 34 37Economic PerformanceDomestic Economy 44 48International Trade 24 60International Investment 35 28Employment 54 61Prices 32 25Government EfficiencyPublic Finances 54 61Fiscal Policy 16 14Institutional Framework 22 33Business Legislation 13 28Societal Framework 28 43Business EfficiencyProductivity and Efficiency 2 52Labor Market 43 39Finance 30 36Management Practices 22 49Attitudes and Values 17 34InfrastructureBasic Infrastructure 46 56Tech. Infrastructure 33 45Scientific Infrastructure 25 31Health and Environment 39 33Education 23 39
2007
The World Investment Report 2008
Country 2005 2006 2007Hong Kong 4 2 1
Bulgaria 8 3 2
Iceland 12 4 3
Malta 10 5 4Bahamas 21 8 5
Jordan 8 7 6Singapore 6 6 7
Estonia 7 9 8
Georgia 16 15 9
Lebanon 9 13 10
Guyana 32 20 11
Bahrain 23 12 12
Belgium 11 10 13
Gambia 14 11 14
Panama 25 16 15
Mongolia - 19 16Tajikistan - 18 17
Cyprus - 24 18
Moldova - 27 19
Egypt - 31 20
Published by The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Jordan is ranked 6th out (141) countries and in the top 20 in the Inward FDI Performance Index.
The World Investment Report 2008
Under Performers Below Potential Above Potential Front Runners
1988-1990 Jordan, Morocco, Sudan, Lebanon, Yemen, India, Turkey
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Japan, Germany, Israel, Qatar, Italy
Syria, Tunisia, Egypt UK, USA, Oman, Bahrain, Ireland, China, France
1993-1995 Syria, Lebanon, Algeria, Sudan, Turkey, India Jordan, USA, Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, Kuwait, Libya, Germany, Japan
Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen UK, Bahrain, Qatar, Singapore, Ireland, China,
1999-2001 Syria, Algeria, Turkey, India USA, Oman, Lebanon, Japan, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Tunisia, Egypt
Morocco, Sudan, Brazil, Kazakhstan Jordan, UK, Singapore, Ireland, Germany, China, France
2001-2003 Algeria, India, Turkey, Egypt, Yemen UK, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Korea, Russia, Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA
Syria, Sudan, Morocco Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, China, France, Tunisia, Germany, Ireland, Israel
2003-2005 Syria, Yemen, India, Indonesia, South Africa USA, Oman, Algeria, Libya, Kuwait, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Japan, Germany, Ireland
Egypt, Morocco, Sudan, Lebanon, Romania
Jordan, UK, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, Singapore, China
2005-2007
Bangladesh, Benin, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Syrian Arab Republic, Togo, Uzbekistan, Yemen.
Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan Province of China, Tunisia, Turkey, United States and Venezuela.
Albania, Angola, Armenia, Colombia, Congo, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Suriname, Tajikistan, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Uruguay, Vietnam and Zambia.
Jordan, Portugal, Bahrain, Belgium, Botswana, Brunei Dominican Republic, Estonia, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, Slovakia, UAE and United Kingdom.
Latest
Angola, Benin, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Ecuador, South Africa, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey and Kenya.
Portugal, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Spain, Mexico, Switzerland, Taiwan Province of China, Norway, Qatar, United States and Venezuela.
Colombia, Congo, Costa Rica, Egypt, Ethiopia, Lebanon, Nicaragua, Georgia Romania, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Suriname, Tajikistan, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Uruguay and Vietnam.
Jordan, Bahrain, Belgium, Botswana, Brunei, Estonia, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Qatar, Singapore, Slovakia, UAE and United Kingdom.
Investment Climate in JordanInvestment Climate in Jordan
Foreign Direct Investments
Average Direct Investment Distribution per Sector
Investment Benefiting from Investment Promotion Law
Jordan’s Competitive AdvantagesJordan’s Competitive Advantages
Why Invest In Jordan?
Advantages Description
Political Stability, Security & VisionPolitical Stability, Security & Vision
Strategic Location and Central Market Access to One Billion
Consumers
Strategic Location and Central Market Access to One Billion
Consumers
Growing and Robust EconomyGrowing and Robust Economy
Skilled and Talented Human CapitalSkilled and Talented Human Capital
Modern and Well Connected Infrastructure
Modern and Well Connected Infrastructure
Investors’ confidence in the Kingdom's economy, political stability, good international relations and cost-competitiveness has produced a groundswell of investment from around the world. All efforts contribute to maintaining a momentum of growth and development.
Jordan enjoys distinguished foreign trade policies built on the norms of openness and integration. Agreements include GAFTA with 17 Arab countries, US Free Trade Agreement, association agreement with the European Union and a European Free Trade Association Agreement. Similar deals are currently being negotiated with Canada, Turkey, and extending to Latin America.
Jordan’s macro-economic fundamentals are sound and leading considered indicators to the country’s continued growth in 2008. Liberalization, careful planning, policy reforms, a strong economy, and the creation of ideal conditions for businesses led to a surge in foreign investment to Jordan.
A population of 5.9 million out of which 70% is under the age of 30 and enjoys a 2.3% annual growth rate. Literacy rates in the Kingdom are among the highest in the Middle East obtaining 91.1% in 2007 compared to 89.9% in 2004.
Our infrastructure is set up to serve people, investment, trade and ideas. On one hand, Jordan’s modern transportation infrastructure helps businesses navigate the world more quickly and comfortably. On the other hand, Jordan has one of the most liberalized and competitive telecommunication markets in the Middle East and an independent regulator.
Favorable Business Environment Favorable Business Environment
Strong Banking System, Competitive costs of Doing Business , Attractive tax incentives and custom duty exemptions, Reformed and liberal legislation, Streamlined procedures, Profound and international investor protection measures.
Enabling PlatformsEnabling Platforms
Development Areas (King Hussein Business Park, King Hussein Bin Talal Development Area, Irbid Development Area, Ma’an Development Area), Special Economic Development Zone (ASEZA), Industrial Estates, Free Zones.
Decades of political stability, since 1921.
According to the Global Competitiveness Report 2008-2009, issued by the World Economic Forum, Jordan ranks as follows:
Prevention of Organized Crime: (11) out of (134) countries.
Business costs of crime and violence (14) out of (134) countries.
Reliability of Police Services: (20) out of (134) countries.
Oasis of Calm and Stability
Strategically situated on land bridge between Europe, Africa and AsiaJordan serves as a focal point for trade and investment within MENAThe MENA market is comprised of 325 million consumers, 6% of world population
Growth rate: 3% (vs. 0.8% in EU)Consumer market is projected to double in size in approximately 18 years
Strategic Location
Jordan
Member of WTO.Jordan-US Free Trade Agreement (FTA).Qualifying Industrial Zone (QIZ) Agreement. Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement.Euro-Jordanian Association Agreement.Aghadir Agreement. Jordan-EFTA FTA.Jordan-Singapore FTA.
Access To One Billion Consumers…Customs Free and Quota Free
International Gateway
People are our greatest asset
Well educated population.20% of population have a degree or third level qualificationOver 92% literacy rate. Ranked 39th out of (134) countries for the number of scientists and engineers.192,000 students currently enrolled in universities.25 universities (15 private, 10 public).60 community colleges.35 vocational training centers training over 10,000 people each year.Competitive wage structure.
Jordan provides the Middle East with its most highly skilled workers, particularly in the professional and services sectors…
Skilled and Talented Human Capital
Jordan boasts high quality infrastructure surpassing many regional and emerging economies.
3 airports and 1 port (Aqaba)
55 directly served destinations and 700 served by alliance airlines.
Expanding airport to serve 9 millions passengers annually
Road network: 8,000 km of modern highway system.
Railway master plan to develop an extensive rail network. Deregulated telecommunication market since 2005
Modern and Well Connected Infrastructure
Ave. summer temp 95F (35C); ave. winter temp is 50 F (10C)Very low crime rate; Jordan is a noticeably clean countryExcellent education facilities for all ages; 21 universities and accredited international schools including American, British, and FrenchMajor tourist attractions: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, JerashServiced by major hotels: Marriott, Inter-Continental, Le Meridian, Sheraton, Radisson, Four Seasons, HyattRange of social opportunities: sports (horse riding, scuba diving, swimming, etc.); social clubs; restaurants, coffee shops and small cafes for day/evening outingsMany cultural activities: plays, cinemas, concerts and folklore
High Quality of Living
Jordan’s Enabling PlatformsJordan’s Enabling Platforms
Jordan’s Enabling Platforms
Development Areas and Zones
King Hussein Business Park (KHBP)
King Hussein Bin Talal Development Area KHBTDA (Mafraq)
Irbid Development Area
Ma’an Development Area (MDA)
Aqaba Special Economic Zone
Industrial Estates
Free Zones
Development Areas Law
The Government of Jordan (GOJ) enacted a Development Areas Law in 2008.
This law aims to provides further streamlining and enhance quality-of-service in the delivery of licensing, permits and the ongoing procedures necessary for the operations of site manufacturers and exporters.
Under the Development Areas Law
Income Tax[1] 5%
On all taxable income from activities within the
Area
Sales Tax 0%
On goods sold into (or within) the Development Area for use in economic
activities
Import Duties 0%
On all materials, instruments, machines,
etc to be used in establishing, constructing
and equipping an enterprise in the Area
Social Services Tax
0%
On all income accrued within the Area or
outside the Kingdom
Dividends Tax 0%
On all income accrued within the Area or
outside the Kingdom
1 No income tax on profits from exports
Development Areas Locations
King Hussein Business
Park (KHBP)
Ma’an Development Area (MDA)
Irbid Development
Area (IDA)
ICT, Healthcare Middle & Back Offices, and Research and Development.
Services at the heart of the capital
Industries: Manufacturing of building and
construction material Exploitation of renewable
energy (solar and wind) R&D Development Center for
renewable energies Exploitation and marketing of
minerals and natural resources Specialized educational
programs in sciences and engineering
King Hussein Bin Talal
Development Area
KHBTDA (Mafraq)
Industrial Production, transportation hub, plenty of opportunities for industrial and logistics tenants to master developers and operators
King Hussain Bin Talal Development Area (Mafraq)
Location
60 km northeast of the capital.Modern highway network connecting
Jordan, Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia.Closest access to regional ports. Adjacent mixed use airport planned by
2010.
Opportunity
Industrial production.A transportation hub.
Irbid Development Area
Location
Located 80 km north of the capital 4 locally established universities offering
world class engineering programs of study.Irbid hosts is on the main highway linking
Amman to Syria with an impressive array of healthcare expertise and service offerings.
Opportunity:
Information and Communication Technology Health Care Research and Development
Ma’an Development Area
Location
Ma’an is 125 km to Saudi Arabia, 200 km to Amman, and 400 to Iraq.
Direct access to specialized cargo highway that directly connects Jordan to both Saudi Arabia and Iraq.
Opportunity:
Area is rich with Silica, Kaolin, Zeolite, Clay and many other natural resources
MDA spans over 8.75 km² in the vicinity of the city of Ma’an and is comprised of the following clusters:
Industrial Park Residential Community Skill Development Center
Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ)
The Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) is a private sector-driven development initiative that maximizes private sector participation in a duty free, tax-advantaged, and flexible regulatory operations environment providing a model approach to environmentally sustainable development and governance.
$8 Billion
$6 Billion
The Achievements Exceeded The Master Plan Target By 133%
ASEZ Favorable Business Environment
Attractive Incentives offered in ASEZ
A flat 5% income tax on the net profit
Exemption from annual land and building taxes on utilized property.
Exemption from taxes on distributed dividends and profits.
Duty-free import of goods in commercial quantities from the National Customs
Territory
No foreign equity restrictions on investments.
No foreign currency restrictions.
Full repatriation of profits and capital.
Streamlined labor and immigration procedures.
Up to 70% foreign labor
100% foreign ownership
Availability of land for lease or sale.
Full guarantees on rights and ownership
Multi-sectoral Development Zone
Master Planning
Industrial Estates
Offering:
Cost effective land and factory buildingsReasonable cost of utilitiesComprehensive network of roads and infrastructure2 year exemption from income and social service tax
Target Industries:
Food ManufacturingMetal ModelingPharmaceutical Production and CosmeticsPlastic ProductsFurnitureMedical EquipmentEngineering, Machinery and ElectronicsConstruction and Building Materials
Free Zones
Exemptions in Free Zones
Exemption of project profits from income taxes for goods exported outside the Kingdom as well as transit trade, in addition to profits accruing from the selling or transferring of goods inside the borders of the free zones.
Exemptions for salaries and allowances of non-Jordanian employees in projects established in the free zone from income and social service tax.
Exempting buildings and real estate constructions built in the free zones from the licensing fees as well as building and land taxes.
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Tax and Custom Duties Incentives:Projects exempted from income & social services taxes by 25%, 50%, or 75% for 10 years, depending on the location and sector of project Imported fixed assets are exempted from customs duties/taxes Additional exemption from customs duties and income tax is granted for the expansion, modernization, or development of existing projects Ease of licensing and registration procedures Free repatriation of capital, profits and salaries
Main Development ProjectsMain Development Projects
Main Development Projects
Upgrading & Expansion
of Jordan Petroleum
Refinery
Aqaba Port Re-location
Red Sea to Dead Sea
Conveyance ProjectAqaba Railway Project
New Electricity
Generation Plants
Jordan ‘s Railway Master
Plan
Red Sea – Dead Sea Canal
Phase 1: Water transfer from Red Sea to Dead SeaAt a cost of US$1 billion. Distance : 180 km.Annual water transfer: 1,900 mcm/yr.
Phase 2: Hydropower and freshwater productionAt a cost of US$1-1.5 billion. Hydroelectric generation capacity.Reverse osmosis desalination facility.Freshwater production capacity – 850 mcm/yr.
Phase 3: Freshwater and excess electricity distributionCost to be determined. Freshwater distribution system to demand centers.Transmission system for sale of energy.
Red Sea – Dead Sea Canal
The World Bank has been commissioned to prepare principles for the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project Feasibility Study.
The feasibility study and the environmental impact study will start in March 2008 and will be completed in March 2010.
Implementation is due to start in 2011.
Aqaba Port Relocation & Development
Estimated Cost: $3 billion.Objective: Provide an effective and efficient port services.Description:
Relocation of the main port area, including the phosphate terminal to the southern industrial zone of Aqaba. Development of the cleared-up main port area for commercial use. Construction of a multi-purpose general cargo terminal in the southern industrial zone.
Al Ma’bar Company (UAE) has obtained rights concession to phase two. Cost: $500 million.
Upgrading & Expansion of Jordan Petroleum Refinery
Estimated Cost: $700 million.
Objective: Expand the existing refinery to meet the projected demand for light and intermediate cleaner oil products. Long-term concession ends February 2008.
Description:
Increasing crude distillation capacity to increase production.
New reformer and Isomerization units for production of unleaded gasoline.
Increasing storage capacity.
Adding a sulphur plant, a hydrogen plant and solvent deasphalter units.
Timeframe: 2006-2008.
New Electricity Generation Plants
Estimated Cost: $4.3 – 5.3 billion.
Objective: to generate 3740MW to meet the growing local and regional demand (average annual local demand growth on electricity is 4.6% annually).
Description: will be built as an IPP (an electricity production company independent of public sector control). the project will be awarded as BOO (Build, Operate, Own)
Timeframe: 2008 - 2020
Jordan’s Railway Master Plan
Shidiya
Aqaba
Ma’an
Al Hasa
Q Alia Airport
AmmanZarqa
Al Qatrana
Mafraq
Syria Border
SYRIAIRAQ
JORDAN
SAUDI ARABIA
Iraq Border
Saudi Arabia Border
Irbid
CustomsHouse
Network total ≈ 1086km
North-South Line = 564km
East-West Lines = 518km
Aqaba New Port
JordanValley
KHDZ
Potential Potash Link
Juweida
Potential Saudi Link
The railway network would comprise a “core” standard-gauge network consisting of:
North - South Railway (NSR) Syrian Border-AqabaEast - West Railway (EWR) Iraqi Border to Saudi Arabia.
This “core railway” might be supplemented by other domestic rail lines.
Rail will provide a net benefit to Jordan. It should be developed as BOT, with government subsidy, to begin operation within 4 years
Aqaba Railway Project
Description: Aqaba Railway Corporation (ARC), a public corporation presently operates railway services for the transport of phosphate rock from the various mines to Aqaba port for export purposes.
Objective: transport phosphate and other goods from Jordan Phosphate Mines Company (JPMC) to Aqaba port for export.
Privatization Steps:Preparing a new law for the abolition of ARC.Evaluating all ARC assets and liabilities.Preparing a Draft transport agreement between JPMC and the new company.Finalizing necessary documentation required for the establishment and registration of the new company.
Engines of Growth & BusinessEngines of Growth & Business
Engines of Growth & Business
Industry
PharmaceuticalsMineral and MiningCosmeticsAgro-FoodTextilesBuilding and Construction MaterialsElectrical and Engineering GoodsAutomotive
Services
TourismHealthInformation and Communication Technology
Infrastructure, Utilities & PPP
EnergyPrivate- Public Partnerships (PPP)
Pharmaceuticals
Investment volume of $700 million.Exports increased by 42% from 2006 to 2007 to reach around 500 m. USD (target 1 b. in 2012).Largest Arab exporter.18 major investments employing 8,000 high caliber employees. Compliant with intellectual property rights protection. Available supporting infrastructure: 11 universities in para-medical subjects, 8 pharmaceutical colleges, 4 clinical research organizations, and 101 hospitals.Increased investment in R&D (Clinical Trial Law).
Renowned Jordanian Pharmaceutical Products are exported to more than 66 countries around the world
Minerals and Processing Industries
Mining Sector output reached 926 m. USD in 2006. Exports grow at an average of 5% annually comprising 28% of Jordanian exports.Large pool of skilled labour of more than 7000 employees.60,000 EngineersMinerals extractions industries average annual growth rate (AAGR) was 13.4% during 2002-2006.Foreigners can invest in mineral resources under special agreements and own up to 100% of mining projects.
Jordan phosphate reserves, estimated at 4% of total world reserves, are predicted to last about 300 years at current extraction levels.
Mineral Extraction Revenues (JD) 2006
0
50,000,000
100,000,000
150,000,000
200,000,000
250,000,000
Export Local
Jordan is rich in minerals resources that are viable for many downstream industries from phosphate, potash, silica, uranium, copper and many others.
Dead Sea Cosmetics
Construction & Building Materials
Growing Population and booming constructionInfrastructure and industrial development projects are currently estimated to be a value of USD 1 trillion.Jordan possesses significant mineral resources used in the construction industry such as building and ornamental stones (including marble), cement raw materials, sand, gravel, crushed stone and natural sand and others. Jordan is reputable with working with metal and producing metal.Existing industry cluster of around 5,000 facilities. Availability of large and skilled labour fore including 60,000 engineers. Jordanian universities graduate 5,000 engineers annually.
Electrical and Engineering Goods Industry
Electronic appliances and machinery exports reached 720 m. USD in 2007, representing a 51% increase from 2006.Jordan adopted the International Electro- technical Commission (IEC) standards in August 2005.Sector employs more than 50,000.Products: Television Sets, Refrigerators, Freezers, Microwave Ovens, Washing Machines, Room Air Conditioners, Vacuum Cleaners, Small Home Appliances.Opportunities:
Assembly plants, R&D and partnership opportunities for niche technologies.
Agro-Food
Absolute demand is driven by rapid population growth and growing number of tourists in Jordan and the region.Food and Beverage annual production reached 1.7 b. USD in 2006 representing a 13% increase from 2005.
OpportunitiesProduction of water efficient cropsProduction for the Middle East Grading, packing, cooling and fumigation of high value crops such as medical and aromatic plants, fruits, and trees. Organic farmingExpansion of flower and ornamental plant production for global marketsProduction of animal feed Utilization of by products of date palms in the manufacture of containers.
The Jordan Valley offers rich and fertile soil with unique climate to the entire region.Jordan is the 8th producer of Olive oil worldwide.
Textiles & Apparels Sector
GAP, Liz Claiborne, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, New York Laundry, and many more chose to take advantage of Jordan’s manufacturing privileges…
Textile, leather and jewellery exports reached $1.8 billion in 2006, compared to $0.2 billion in 2000 achieving a net growth of over 200% in export levels in the past several years.
Sector employs over 24,000 people.
Products have duty-free access to major markets especially the US market.
Automotive Industry
The Automotive and automotive components industry is a dynamic industry active since 1970s.
There are 17 companies that manufacture vehicles and their parts; 14 out of which export at least %75 of their production.
Investment opportunities in the automotive aftermarket with car park growth rates averaging 10% per annum.
Partnership opportunities with local players operating in niche segments of the market (buses, trailers, CAD-CAM, etc)
Cost manufacturing platform for car components/car assembly serving rapidly growing Middle East market.
Highly competitive costs with average manufacturing staff salaries around 60% lower than GCC.
Tourism Sector
Real Demand growth is at an increasing rate of 5.5%-7.5% (0.01% of total world demand).6.5 million tourists visited Jordan in 2007 (3.4 are over-night tourists)Soaring sector revenues, recorded growth of 120% in the past 5 years, reaching revenues of USD 2.3 billion (2007).Tourism sector composes 11.5% of GDP.The sector employed more than 24,000 people in 2007Growing capital investments in sector, 19.6% of total investments (2006)Available and growing tourism services
Unique Destination Advantages : Home for one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, 6World Heritage Sites, Biblical and Holy Land, Land of Adventure, and much more…
Information & Communication Technology
Since 2002, Jordan’s ICT industry ranks amongst the top 3 for the highest annual FDI achievedSector revenues for telecom and IT have more than doubled over the last five years going from $450 million in 2000 to $1.2 billion in 2006. Forecasts for the next five years suggest similar growth rates.IT workforce currently stands at around 18,000 and is poised to grow at more than 15% annually. Wages are considered to be one of the most competitive in the region.Size of industry: 12% of GDP.The ICT industry has been given a high priority by the Government and has the personal support of His Majesty King Abdullah II Export growth: $200 million in 2007 increase of 174% on 2003 figures.IT Specialization: Software development, e-learning, Arabization, System integration, Networking systems and management.
Healthcare
Medical Tourism Center for the region. More than 130,000 medical tourists in 2006.Annual revenues from incoming foreign patients $650 million.According to the Arab World Competitiveness Report 2007, Jordan scored 6.4 out of 7 in terms of health care and primary education. Expenditure of health sector: 6.1% of the government budget. 101 hospitals and 24.5 physicians per 10,000 population. Unique spas and health resorts: Dead Sea and natural hot springs in Ma’in, Himme and Zara.
Energy Sector
Infrastructure, Utilities->Energy- Privatization and PPP
Jordan’s currently has no indigenous sources of energy, in order to achieve security of supply the government developed the Energy Master Plan 2007- 2020.
The dependency on imported oil will be reduced by: Enhancing renewable energy projects. Implementing intensive energy efficiency programs. Utilizing oil shale to generate electricity and produce oil. Generating electricity from nuclear energy. Developing local sources of Natural Gas
Energy Sector
According to the Master Plan the required investment in the energy sector is around $14-18 billion over the period (2007-2020)
Energy Sector – Renewable Energy
Solar EnergyAbundance of sunshine of 300 days a year.Horizontal surfaces ranging from 5-7 Kwh/m sq.Desert terrain famous for sandstorms and strong solar energy radiation levels.Cost competitive research and environmental development opportunity and land values.
Wind EnergyJordan retains a high potential of wind energy generation with ideal locations possessing wind speed of more than 7 mps, compared to the 4.5 mps for effective wind power generation.
Energy Sector - Oil Shale
The 3rd Largest Deposit in the World…
Oil Shale reserves in Jordan (deep and shallow) are estimated at more than 40 billion metric tons.
The Government of Jordan and Shell Company signed a Concession Agreement to explore and produce deep oil shale over the next 12-18 years.Brazilian Petrobras and the Jordanian partner Kawar Group signed an MOU with the government of Jordan to explore, appraise and exploit Oil Shale in Jordan. The project is estimated at a value of USD 3.5 Billion and is expected to produce up to
a 100,000 barrels per day.
Energy Sector – Nuclear Power
5% of the World’s Total Estimated Reserves of Uranium Jordan possesses an estimate of
140,000 tons of uranium.There are numerous indicators for
deposits but much is still unexplored. Only Central Jordan has been
somewhat explored with estimates of nearly 70,000 metric tonnes.Jordan is currently working forward
to build its first nuclear plant by 2015.
Areas of Uranium Deposits
Source: Jordan Atomic Energy Commission
Central Jordan
Energy Sector – Nuclear Cooperation
Engaged the following countries and explored with them opportunities of nuclear cooperation for peaceful purposes: USA Canada France Russia China UK South Korea Romania Spain Argentina Japan
Signed NCA with France, China, South Korea and Canada Expected to sign NCAs with Russia and UK in Q2-2009Ongoing negotiations with USA , Japan, Argentina and Romania
Energy Sector - Opportunities
Oil:Oil Exploration.Crude Oil Transportation Infrastructure.Oil Refining. Distribution of Refined Products.
Gas:Gas Exploration.Development of Risha Gas Field and infrastructure.Development of Gas Distribution Networks.
Electricity:Electricity Generation Plants.Electricity Distribution.
JIB Investment Map Pre- feasibility studies available:
Concentrated Solar Power Generation Project
District Energy CompanyTurnkey Solar Equipment PackagerQuality Solar Water Heating SystemsThermochemical Energy StorageWind Powered Electricity Facility Wadi
Araba
Infrastructure Projects
Jordan’s expected overall infrastructure spending averages around $750 million to $1.1 billion a year through 2015.At least $100-200 million is we forecasted to come from private investors.
Infrastructure Projects in:Waste Water and SanitationEnergyTransportMunicipal ServicesEducation and HealthTourismWater Recycling andmanagement
Jordan Investment Map – Chemical Sector
ChemicalsProject Name Value Description
Polysilicon Production Plant
JOD 225M
Design, installation and operation of a silicon manufacturing plant (up to 3,000 tons per year capacity) – to supply silicon for manufacture of PV panels and silicon chips. Silicon fume is a by product that is used in ready mix concrete. There are different proprietary production technologies that could be used in the production process.
Silicon Metal Production Project
JOD 86M
A silicon metal production plant situated at Ras Al-Naqab, 65km from Aqaba Port in the southern part of Jordan, which has one of the world’s best-known sources for high quality silica sand deposits, with a modern silica production plant with annual capacity of 530,000 metric tons, close proximity to the main natural gas transit pipeline, and access to a prime source of water supply.
Plate Glass Factory JOD 80M
Development and implementation of 700 tons per day factory. Based on experience elsewhere, the factory would cost approximately JOD 80 million and enable production of high quality float glass for export to the Middle East and elsewhere.
Packaged Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plants
JOD 10-15M
A joint venture or direct investment in turnkey water technology plant fabrication and assembly unit specifically targeting Jordanian industrial waste water conditions with a focus on providing membrane based water treatment
Disinfectant Production JOD11MChemical Disinfectant related business involving the potential production and mixing of chemicals, wholesale marketing and representation of a large global branded disinfectant producer. The level of investment may vary significantly depending on the outcome of the pre-feasibility study.
Automated Solar cell production project
JOD 10M
Attracting a major solar panel manufacturer to set up an advanced automated assembly and production unit in Jordan in the range of one 25-50MWp production line. Such a facility will offer a comprehensive range of PV modules for grid connected as well off-grid applications and allow for custom modules
Jordan Investment Map – ICT Sector
Information TechnologyProject Name Value Description
Jordan Digital Oasis JOD 500M
Commercial Development (BTO) Authority with the ability to manage a large business development park for the ICT industry. The site may also provide incubation units for start-up companies. This could be subject to an agreement with the MoICT. The initial investment, as part of a multi-phase approach, will be procurement of land, building construction, and supporting infrastructure. Working capital will be needed to market and develop operations.
Yellow Pages Investment Project JOD100M
Sale of the yellow pages directory together with non-compete clause to a specialist operator for development of internet based services from the traditional yellow and white pages telephone directories, including telephone number inquiries service.
ICT Technical Solutions Provider
JOD 10MHardware solutions and technical services provider. Similar international scale as Cisco with a full range of hardware options, training and technical support services to back up their hardware equipment.
Fixed Wireless WiMAX Provider
JOD 12M
Set up a service provider business dedicated to certain region and (similar to MenaTelecom project for Bahrain). Business model is a service integrator organization providing turnkey WiMax package to Operators in Jordan.
Virtual Reality Shows for Heritage Sites JOD10M
Development and installation of a state of the art virtual reality facility adjacent to the ancient Roman ruins of Jerash, to take advantage of the enormous scale and variety of activities that were undertaken on this site. The facility will be geared to service the tourist market and would be similar to the VR facility developed for the Agora in Athens.
Software R&D and Product Test House
JOD 2-10M
The business will undertake contract software development and testing and will require suitable infrastructure, equipment and accommodation to house a number of analysts and programmers. The target market for the finished product will be the MENA region for existing English language software converted for Arabic Use.
Jordan Investment Map – Energy Sector
EnergyProject Name Value Description
Wind powered Electricity Generation Wadi Araba
JOD 17-54M
The development and operation of a wind farm [25 - 30 MW] at [Site Wadi Araba] that generates and supplies electricity to the national grid. The Project would readily fit into the existing electricity supply chain as an Independent Power Producer (IPP) or Public Private Partnership (PPP). The Wadi Araba site could be implemented with [30] MW at estimated capital cost of [US$800 to US$1,000] / kW (Total Cost JD 17+ million) and eventually expand to 100 MW.
Environment Waste Management company JOD35M
Environmental Waste Management Company, with the technical knowledge and potential to develop into a regional company, managing Jordan’s waste management and environmental needs. The investment will be in; office and vehicle premises, capital equipment, building of recycling facilities, compression techniques, laboratory facilities for testing, transport and handling equipment, personnel and training.
CSP Power Generation JOD 30MThis is a design and build venture that is sited on desert land that has little alternative use. The facility produces DC electricity that can either be used in DC electric processes (eg electrolysis) or transformed to AC for grid supply.
Gas Station Franchise JOD 20M
A business capable of maintaining and improving the existing gas station asset base and further develop the retail outlet opportunities to their maximum potential. Introducing a more competitive alternative to the existing market by procuring products and services from the most competitive source. The total downstream investment is anticipated at $100M.
Packaged Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plants
JOD10-15M
A joint venture or direct investment in turnkey water technology plant fabrication and assembly unit specifically targeting Jordanian industrial waste water conditions with a focus on providing membrane based water treatment
Thermo-Chemical Energy Storage Company
JOD 10M
Thermochemical Energy Storage Company to identify and produce cost effective energy storage projects and products, initially within Jordan, and in the longer term to exploit know how and expertise for exports to other MENA countries. ZAE Bayer (Germany) is not necessarily a competitor but one of a number of potential collaborators. They have known how and experience to look at a suitable joint venture or knowledge transfer partnership.
Jordan Investment Map – Construction Sector
ConstructionProject Name Value Description
Modular Building Material producer and supplier
JOD 50M
A composite panel manufacturing facility and provider of structural building materials to facilitate pre-fabrication of commercial, retails and industrial buildings. The business will also provide resources and expertise to support use of building panels by the construction sector. This facility will require capital investment in automated equipment, storage and distribution facilities estimated to be in the region of JoD50M to JoD75M depending on capacity.
DIY and Trade Warehouse JOD35M
The opportunity exists for a DIY Warehouse company, with the ability to design, build and operate a large warehouse facility and control and manage the logistical needs of the supply chain. The initial investment will be in warehouse stores, infrastructure, recruitment, training and working capital.
Steel Structure Supplier JOD 15M
A steel fabrication and installation business, capable of design and fabricating steel poles and barriers. The poles will need to have a number of lighting accessories which could be proprietary or imported items but the installation capability will need to be bespoke. The investment will be in industrial premises for a design office, material storage facilities, fabrication shop requiring presses and welding equipment, transport and handling equipment. Recruitment will be needed for design, installation and welding personnel.
The Jordan Investment Map – Construction Sector
ConstructionProject Name Value Description
Insulated Building Panel Manufacture
JOD 7.5M
Composite low cost panel manufacturing facility to the industrial sector. The business will provide the basic resources and expertise to support the construction sector. This will be a relatively low capital investment in automated proprietary equipment, with limited storage and distribution facilities. Initial investment is likely to be in the region of JoD5M to JoD7.5M depending on the range of products selected, and housing of the equipment
High Density Insulation JOD 7.5MA continuous thermal manufacturing facility, conveying systems, ingredient mixing, heating and curing process
Concrete Steel Reinforcement and Accessories
JOD 3M
Development and operation of a concrete steel mesh fabrication plant and supplier of pre-fabricated reinforcing material to the construction industry. The business will require some investment in terms of bending and spot welding equipment and knowledge of the construction industry in Jordan. Welding equipment costs some JoD75k from Europe. The business could be replicated in other regions.
The Jordan Investment Map – Tourism Sector
TourismProject Name Value Description
Amman Leisure Company
JOD 100M
National or International Theme Park Business, with a wealth of experience and the ability to design, construct and manage a large theme park. The business will already have sponsorship partners to assist in funding the project. The park will have accommodation and hotel themes to suit families at an economic price. The level of investment could be endless but mostly associated with capital equipment and real estate
Mountain Forest Resort Complex in North Jordan JOD 100M
The planned development of a mountain-style resort comprised of individual units, motel units and condominium-style multi-units. (Target 300 rentable rooms, villas and apartments). The resort would need to leverage Jordan’s forests, cooler summer climate and natural surroundings in a managed community setting. The investment would have a heavy real estate component however; the product is more a quality of life and quality of experience. Features common in many managed communities (like those in Saudi Arabia and UAE) would need to be present at an appropriate price point. Entertainment options for families and children should also be present and should be included in all of the marketing and promotion materials.
Safari Park JOD 25-75M
Safari park, with a 200 hectare estate, operated on the same basis as a zoo, selection of species suited to the habitat with suitable containment, zoological facilities, qualified and trained staff, and a mixture of retail and entertainment facilities. The investment is likely to be in distinct phases. If the concept is fully developed the investment is likely to significant.
Desert Highway Motel and Mixed Retail Southern Region
JOD 25M
Building and operation of a 3 star accommodation, rest area, mixed retail and automotive servicing area along the desert highway between Aqaba and Ma’an. Initially with 100 rooms and the capacity to expand, this tourism investment needs to cater to the needs primarily focus on catering to the needs MENA / GCC residents and their families. What would be critical is the combination of well-planned retailing (along the lines of outlet malls in the US) and suitably-priced accommodations that would be appropriate for transit travelers throughout the year. During the off-season, the retailing operations would need to act as a draw to maintain occupancy rates.
The Jordan Investment Map – Tourism Sector
TourismProject Name Value Description
Jerash Historic Site, Museum & Lodge JOD 20M
This is the identification and implementation of the most creative and rewarding plan for upgrading and maintaining Jerash as a key heritage site (potential PPP). Step 1: is to conduct an international competition to develop a theme and long term vision for Jerash; Step 2: is to structure a commercial framework for site improvement / commercialization in return for the rights for management in a way that aligns the interests of the stake-holders: a high quality experience for customers, site development and protection for posterity, and returns for the operator with spin-off benefits for the local community and the Government. The competition to be for ideas to improve the tourist experience with guaranteed levels of investment and site protection in return for rights to comprehensively manage the site for 30 years.
Ajloun Castle JOD 20M
Operation of all commercial visitor services on the site, including the building and operation of lodge-styled accommodations (off-site) and leases for several small restaurants / cafes and an events venue (within the castle grounds near the promontory itself). The services include a basic array of interpretation services, interpretative displays, retailing of Jordan-produced merchandise, entertainment and the staging of regular thematic events for local, regional and international tourists. Revenue enhancing services including the renting of appropriate portions of the castle for special events can be incorporated into the business plan. The Ajloun Castle should be operated as a showpiece and focal point for several types of thematic tours – crusader, religious, and cultural-heritage. The area should also serve as an alternative summering location point for GCC residents.
Jordan Investment Map – Education Sector
EducationProject Name Value Description
Medical School and Educational Hospital
JOD 70-90M
An accredited and internationally affiliated medical school associated with an educational hospital and offering Medical Bachelor and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) as well as Higher speciality and M.D degrees. The school and hospital would be located within a complex with a capacity of around 1,000 students in all programs. The school is estimated to employ around 200 academic staff. The educational hospital is estimated to have a 150 rooms with clinical staff estimated to include approximately 170 active medical and dental staff, as well as 140 residents and fellows, 200 nursing and patient personnel as well as 900 other full and part-time employees.
International Prestigious Business School JOD 25M
Development of a prestigious Business School affiliated with an international school such as Harvard Business School (HBS). The school will provide the setting and quality of education sought by professionals, executives, and CEOs planning to move forward with their education and acquire the understanding and tools needed to improve their business skills. The investment will be in suitable premises, infrastructure, and acquisition of teaching staff
Teacher Training College JOD 25M
National Teaching Colleague accredited to an approved authority. The colleague would provide the students with class room experience and methods of teaching and management for a professional future. The colleague would need suitable premises and by well equipped to cover the necessary subjects and national curriculum
Children's Educational Materials Supplier
JOD 11M
A developer / publisher of children’s educational material focused on requirements of children aged 4 years to 10 years. The business will develop, produce and sell educational books, teachers’ resources, study programs, course designs etc in various media: books, inter-active DVDs, CDs and the internet. The products will be aimed at the regional market for products that meet Arab students’ needs, including modules for study of other languages. Production will be outsourced to Jordan’s existing publishing and printing industry. The investment requirement is for recruiting accomplished educators to prepare content, and business managers for marketing, acquiring premises, implementation of business systems, and in establishing sales and distribution channels.
The Jordan Investment Map – Health Sector
HealthProject Name Value Description
Surgical Transplant Center
JOD 50M
An accredited, progressive and multidisciplinary surgical transplant center which provides both medical and surgical care to its patients. The center will provide a comprehensive program for patients in need of complex surgical transplant surgeries which may include cornea transplants, bone marrow, kidney, liver, heart, and lung transplants…etc. The center will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the operating rooms and transplant intensive care units. The centre will also contain a consultation unit with examination and consultation suites, minor procedure rooms, an outpatient pharmacy, faculty physician offices, and multi-level parking areas.
Orthopedic Specialty Hospital
JOD 45-50M
The development and operation of an orthopedic hospital providing routine and specialist orthopedic, rheumatologic and rehabilitation care services. Trained professionals and specialists will use the latest procedures including pre-surgery consultation and customized treatments. The services may include computer assisted surgery and microsurgery for hip & knee replacement, hand and upper extremity, shoulder & elbow, spine, foot & ankle surgeries; sports medicine, trauma & fracture, pediatrics, limb reconstruction, physical medicine and general orthopedics. The establishment would spread over (80,000 – 100,000) square meters of land, and 2-3 story buildings in addition to residential accommodation for staff and parking for 300 cars.
Cardiac Surgical Hospital JOD 40M
This is the development and construction of a private cardiac surgery hospital at an estimated cost of $40M. The facility would be dedicated to care for cardiac patients and their families and be part of a network of dedicated surgical facilities or stand on its own right. All surgical facilities are currently embedded in traditional hospitals, so the current supply chain already exists together with the skills to support a niche medical sector wishing to move in this direction. There are good relationships between Jordan’s Healthcare sector and other International Medical Centers. Jordan remains the leader in Cardiological Screening and treatment in the region.
The Jordan Investment Map – Health Sector
MedicalProject Name Value Description
Rehabilitation Center JOD 35M
Development of a rehabilitation center which provides treatment of alcohol, and other drug, addictions to those in need of rehabilitation. The center will have a non-institutional, home-like atmosphere combined with individualized treatment to make the patients' experience exceptional. Each of the facilities shall provide gender and age specific programs to assist patients in the management of specific life problems. The center shall provide its patients with unique offerings specific to their individual cases.
Children's Hospital JOD 25M
The establishment of a world class children's hospital with good value medical expertise. The hospital will hire physicians and nurses providing everything from routine well-baby exams to pediatric specialists in all medical disciplines. The hospital will be readily equipped to accommodate the children and their caretakers. The hospital is estimated to have 100 rooms with clinical staff estimated to include approximately 150 active medical and dental staff, 120 residents and fellows, 200 nursing and patient personnel and 900 other full and part-time employees. The concept is similar to that of the Children's Hospital in Boston (http://www.childrenshospital.org/ ).
Biotechnology Components for Clinical Diagnostic Kits
JOD 20M
The current business is the supply of patented test kits that are protected by more than 20 patents at various stages of approval. The new business is the backward integration by the diagnostic test kit manufacturers into production of antibodies and antigens using biotechnology. The antibodies and antigens are raw materials that represent the largest single cost in the production of diagnostic test kits. These raw materials are currently all imported and their production in Jordan will involve investment in new production line facilities. The ability to produce these materials will reduce manufacturing costs by approximately one half and strengthen the companies’ ability to export their test kits.
Jordan Investment Map – Pharmaceuticals Sector
Pharmaceuticals Project Name Value Description
Insulin Non Injectables JOD 12-20M
Pharmaceutical company with the expertise and ability to manage a production facility for the filling and finishing of non injectable drugs for the medical sector. Investment will be needed in premises, infrastructure, clean room environment and process equipment.
Intravenous Fluid producer JOD 15M
Potential diversification opportunity for a Jordanian Pharmaceutical Company or a new entrant into Jordan. The technology is well understood, uses local water sources, and blow/fill/seal (BSF) aseptic packaging. The business will seek to obtain technology transfer and knowledge from an existing producer. A typical company to approach would be SBT Technology. Inc. part of World Development Group. The facility will ideally be designed having capacity to produce IV solutions for a wide variety of therapies, anti-biotic, anti-inflammatory and others.
Freeze Dry Biological Drug producer
JOD 10M
Investment in freeze drying facilities will require JD10 – 15M based upon a Y2005 facility in Germany for a Follicle Stimulated Hormone (FSH) product. Ideally this business will be a joint Jordanian venture company wishing to acquire freeze dry technology and extend from pharma into the biotechnology field. The freeze drying technology itself is commercially available and therefore the key is identifying a suitable drug application and market. This facility could also be used for contract product development.
Intravenous and Urine bag producer
JOD 5-8M
A possible joint venture between an existing medical equipment provider and a plastics producer. The producer will need the capability and necessary understanding and management commitment to move into the medical sector and produce a quality product for a clinical environment. The investment is likely to be based on creating clean manufacturing conditions and production equipment. Large volume plastic bag production machines can cost up to US$2.5M
Contract Research Organization JOD 5M
Although this opportunity is open to new entrants into Jordan, the business would ideally be formulated by developing and adding value to an existing research facility in order to save costs. The necessary investment would be in infrastructure, ICT, training and working capital. Approximately JD5M over a five year period. A collaborative agreement or JV maybe more attractive in providing access to the broader geographical markets.
Jordan Investment Map – Agriculture Sector
Agriculture Project Name Value Description
Tractor Assembly Plant JOD 20M
Tractor assembly facility designed to produce (within 5 years) 3,000 tractors per annum, will include a test and demonstration site - roughly 50 acres, initial building requirements 120,000 sq ft for assembly and painting of the vehicles, plus ‘cranage’ of up to 5 tons capacity. Office space and infrastructure requirements plus recruitment, training of personnel, and working capital.
Range and Land sheep J0D 5M
This is the establishment of a 2,000 (minimum) breeding ewes sheep farm on range land. The farm would be structured along the lines of best performing sheep farms elsewhere – such as in the UK, Australia or New Zealand. The entire project will be developed in close consultation with affected stakeholders in the area, as their current activities will be affected and their support by ensuring equitable settlements and results will be critical.
Post Harvest Activities JOD 8M
Fruit packing and marketing business that is fully integrated with on farm (orchard) activities of participating farmers. The business will manage and own the necessary post harvest facilities needed to process, store, package and market produce internationally.
Seawater Greenhouse JOD 2M
A market garden business based on horticultural crops grown in seawater greenhouses. The technology and ‘know how’ used to operate the irrigation systems will need to be acquired from the licensor. A full feasibility study will cost JoD140K for a 1,000m2 greenhouse. The second phase is likely to be in access of 400 hectors (1 hector = 10,000m2) and involve investment of JD 2m
The Jordan Investment Map – Food & Beverage Sector
Food and Beverages Project Name Value Description
Sugar Refinery JOD 40-100M
Sugar refinery, using centrifuge separation techniques, with solutions of phosphoric acid and calcium hydroxide, together with boiling and distillation equipment. A capital intensive business, the investment will be subject to plant size, minimum JD40M
Sun Dried Tomato Processing Company JD8-12M
Sun dried tomato producing and bottling factory, capital intensive, requiring marketing and sales capability. Supply chain will be required for the raw materials and support services.
Slaughter and Meat Processor
JOD 20-50M
An animal slaughter house and food processing facility that would be combine automated and manual processes. The business would be a capital intensive operation located close to the supply of animals and having access to the national road network for distribution
Frozen and chilled ready meals
JOD 15-20M
The establishment of a ready meal food processing company which will produce, package and freeze Arabic food for reheating. Selection will cover various popular traditional meals from the MENA region and will be presented in convenient microwave safe packaging. Recipes will include local produce and traditional spices, with all the goodness and taste of homemade cooking. All meals will meet FDA international standards. Arabic cuisine ‘ready meals’ will be targeted to the international and domestic market. Investment will be needed for premises, infrastructure, processing equipment, freezing and packaging facilities.
Cool store Facility JD10M
Construction and operation of a chilled warehouse, storage, and distribution facility, with refrigeration plant, storage, handling, and ERP capability. In addition, the warehouse will own and operate a small fleet of haulage trailers with refrigerated equipment. Maintenance could be handled in house and/or outsourced, depending on scale.
Warehouse Freezing Facility JOD 10M
A joint venture or entrepreneur with a freezing factory and a distribution point for frozen vegetables, meat and potential to progress into production of ready meals. Subject to skilled development this could develop into a large frozen retail opportunity.
Jordan Investment Map – Textiles & Apparels Sector
Textile /Apparel Project Name Value Description
Healthcare Clothing Manufacturer
JOD 15
Setting up a reliable and innovative manufacturer of protective clothing for the Healthcare sector in Al Hassan Industrial City. The facility will produce a range of clothing and accessories aimed at the Nursing/Care sector, including doctors, opticians, veterinarians, laboratory technicians and other similar occupations. All garments are to be manufactured using high quality fabrics such as Nonwoven materials, Plastics, Paper, Polyester, Rubber...etc and are to be availed for customers in a wide range of colours. Special anti-bacterial fabric and technical fabrics are to be utilized in the manufacturing process as well. Specialising in disposables such as Head Wears, Face Wears, Body Wears, Hand Wears, Foot Wears, Beddings, and Accessories.
Geotextiles Material Manufacturer JD15M
Geotextiles manufacturer, with the know how to set up a manufacturing facility in Jordan. This will be a capital intensive investment, requiring the support of the engineering sector supply chain.
Textile Recycling and processing
JOD 5-10-15M
A collection, transport, sorting, and processing facility. Requires investment in property infrastructure, computer aided sorting and processing equipment, haulage, transport and personnel costs
Garment and Apparel Market
JOD 1MApparel retail organisation with the ability to organise and development a combined indoor and outdoor market. The investment will be in the property development and facilities management.
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