Overview

Ma’an Development Company was established in 2008 in implementation of the directives of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein to serve as the master developer of the Ma’an Development Area. The company was founded through a partnership between the King Abdullah II Fund for Development (KAFD), the Jordan Industrial Estates Company (JIEC), and Al Hussein Bin Talal University.

The company works to develop an integrated investment and development environment that builds on the competitive advantages of Ma’an Governorate, with the aim of attracting investment, stimulating economic growth, creating employment opportunities, and contributing to balanced regional development across Jordan.

Covering an area of approximately 17 km² within the vicinity of Ma’an City, the Ma’an Development Area comprises four integrated economic and development zones:

• Al Rawdah Industrial Park.
• Solar Power Complexes.
• Residential Community.
• Pilgrims Oasis.

Areas of Focus

The company’s activities focus on:

• Developing the infrastructure and superstructure of the Development Area.
• Attracting industrial and renewable energy investments.
• Providing a secure and investment-friendly business environment.
• Developing integrated residential and service-oriented projects.
• Preserving the religious and historical heritage of Ma’an Governorate.

Key Achievements

Al Rawdah Industrial Park

The company has implemented extensive infrastructure and superstructure development works both within and surrounding the industrial area, including:

• Development of the first phase of Al Rawdah Industrial Park, covering an area of 791,000 square meters.
• Construction of model industrial facilities with a total built-up area of 51,000 square meters.
• Hosting approximately 29 factories.
• Attracting investments valued at JOD 80 million.

Student Housing Project

The company developed the Female Students’ Housing Project under the Royal Initiative for the benefit of Al Hussein Bin Talal University. The project accommodates 1,460 students and was implemented at a cost of JOD 15.5 million.

Pilgrims Oasis

The company developed the first phase of the Pilgrims Oasis project to enhance services provided to pilgrims and visitors while preserving the historical and religious heritage of Ma’an Governorate.

Solar Power Complexes

• Development of the first solar complex spanning 5 million square meters, with a generation capacity of 165 MW of electricity through solar photovoltaic systems connected to the national power grid.
• Successfully positioning Ma’an as a regional hub for renewable energy and related industries, while attracting investments valued at JOD 350 million in the first solar complex.

Development Impact

The company’s projects have contributed to:

• Creating 622 direct employment opportunities.
• Generating approximately 1,500 temporary jobs during project implementation phases.
• Supporting economic and social development in Ma’an Governorate.

Royal Recognition

In 2024, the Ma’an Development Area, the Pilgrims Oasis, and the First Solar Complex were honored by His Majesty King Abdullah II through the award of the Silver Jubilee Medal, in recognition of their contributions to economic and social development, renewable energy advancement, and job creation in Ma’an Governorate.