Explore Ma'an
Approximately 16.75 km² of interconnected development clusters supporting industrial growth, renewable energy, residential communities, tourism, and workforce development, all planned as one continuous flow of economic activity.
≈16.75 km² Development Area
5 Interconnected Clusters
100 km from Aqaba Port
Interactive Master Plan
The master plan creates a continuous flow of economic activity between its core components. Hover to highlight a cluster, then click to explore it in full.
Strategically Located at the Heart of Regional Trade
Ma’an Development Area enjoys a strategic location in southern Jordan, providing direct access to regional and international markets through an extensive transportation network.
Distances to Major Cities
Aqaba
100 km
Amman
210 km
Distances to Regional Borders
Saudi Arabia
125 km
Egypt
130 km
Syria
300 km
Lebanon
430 km
Iraq
490 km
Infrastructure is one of Ma’an Development Area's strongest competitive advantages. The development area is supported by a fully integrated infrastructure network, including internal and external roads, electricity and water networks, ICT infrastructure, natural gas availability, and dedicated logistics and service facilities. Located just 100 km from Aqaba, the area provides efficient access to the Kingdom's only seaport and regional export markets.
Internal & External Roads
Directly connected to Jordan's primary transport corridors.
Electricity Networks
Essential utilities needed to establish and scale successful businesses.
Water Networks
Essential utilities needed to establish and scale successful businesses.
ICT Infrastructure
Part of the fully integrated infrastructure network supporting the development area.
Natural Gas Availability
Part of the fully integrated infrastructure network supporting the development area.
Logistics & Service Facilities
Dedicated logistics and service facilities supporting the development area.
Expansion Capacity
Allowing businesses to grow alongside future development.
100 km from Aqaba
Efficient access to the Kingdom's only seaport and regional export markets.
Future infrastructure projects expected to enhance cargo movement:
Ma'an Dry Port — Planned
Railway Connection — Planned
Enhanced Cargo Movement
Connected to Jordan's Key Economic Drivers
Ma’an Development Area is strategically positioned within an ecosystem of nationally significant economic assets that strengthen its competitiveness and create long-term value for investors.
Approximately 100 km
Aqaba Port
Located approximately 100 km from Ma’an, Jordan's only seaport serves as the country's primary gateway for international trade, providing efficient import and export access to global markets while supporting industrial and logistics operations.
Higher Education
Al-Hussein Bin Talal University
The university plays an important role in developing local talent and supporting workforce availability across engineering, technology, tourism, and applied sciences, contributing to the long-term sustainability of investments in the region.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Petra
Home to one of the world's most renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Petra attracts visitors from across the globe, creating opportunities for tourism, hospitality, commercial services, and supporting industries throughout the governorate.
Southern Jordan
Natural Mineral Resources
Southern Jordan is rich in high-value natural resources, including silica sand, phosphate, kaolin, basalt, and other industrial minerals. These resources provide a strong foundation for manufacturing and downstream industries, reinforcing Ma’an's position as a strategic destination for industrial investment.
Regional Markets
Regional Transport Network
Ma’an sits at the crossroads of Jordan's major transportation corridors, connecting investors to Amman, Aqaba, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and other regional markets. The planned Dry Port and railway connection are expected to further strengthen the area's role as a national logistics hub and improve the movement of goods across the region.
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