Aqaba, Nov. 11 (Petra) -- The Board of Commissioners of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority (ASEZA) has approved a recommendation by the Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) to allocate the Mutah floating berth for receiving vegetable oil tankers, aiming to enhance port efficiency and solidify Aqaba's status as a regional logistics hub.

ASEZA Chief Commissioner Shadi Al-Majali said in a press release on Wednesday that ADC will develop the berth's operational plan in coordination with ASEZA to ensure seamless institutional integration and high operational standards.

Al-Majali added that the Aqaba Company for Port Management and Operation will operate the berth as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade the port system, reduce vessel waiting times, improve shipping flow, and alleviate pressure on the oil port's berths.

He confirmed that all necessary environmental and traffic studies for operating the berth have been completed in coordination with relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and public safety standards. Cooperation with Maqta Ayla Digital Solutions has also been established to organize and streamline tanker traffic.

//Petra// AF

11/11/2026 21:28:16