Aqaba, April 13 (Petra) – The Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) announced that it will host the 21st edition of the Middle East Transport Exhibition and Conference 2025, in cooperation with the Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) and with the support of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) and APM Terminals International Container Terminals.

The region’s premier annual event for the modern and sustainable ports, transport, and logistics sector will be held from April 15 to 17. The event will open with an exclusive tour of the Aqaba Container Terminal, offering participants an opportunity to explore the terminal's advanced logistics infrastructure and gain insight into its role and that of Aqaba as a key hub in global trade.

More than 300 leaders and experts from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa are expected to participate, with the conference serving as a vital platform for examining the latest trends influencing global trade and logistics.

Aqaba Development Corporation CEO Hussein Safadi underlined the significance of hosting the event in reinforcing Jordan’s position as a regional center for logistics and maritime transport. He said Aqaba is rapidly evolving into a global trade and logistics hub, strategically located on the Red Sea as a gateway to Jordan and the Levant, and situated along one of the world’s busiest trade corridors. He stressed that hosting the conference highlights Aqaba’s growing stature and contributes to attracting investments and fostering international cooperation.

CEO of Aqaba Container Terminal Harald Nijhof echoed the importance of the event, noting that it further strengthens Aqaba’s role in the regional supply chain. He pointed out that the strategic location of the terminal enhances its value as an emerging logistics hub.

Nijhof said the conference presents a unique opportunity for industry leaders to exchange expertise, establish partnerships, and shape the future of transport and trade. He highlighted ACT’s commitment to innovation and operational efficiency and noted that the event will provide a platform for addressing challenges and identifying sustainable solutions in the transport and logistics sector.

//Petra// AJ

13/04/2025 15:43:18