Aqaba, July 30 (Petra)– Aqaba Marine Services Company has welcomed
the historic inscription of the Aqaba Marine Reserve on the UNESCO
World Heritage List, describing the achievement as a landmark
national milestone that reinforces Aqaba’s strategic global standing
and strengthens the competitiveness and sustainability of Jordan’s
maritime sector.

The company’s General Manager, Frederik Rutgers, said the prestigious
international recognition marks a significant turning point, placing
all sectors operating in the Gulf of Aqaba under new responsibilities
and commitments. He noted that operating within waters recognized as
a World Heritage Site adds substantial value to the company and its
workforce while demonstrating that efficient maritime transport can
successfully coexist with the sustainable management of natural
resources.

Rutgers said the reserve’s designation as a World Heritage Site
aligns closely with the company’s strategic vision, which places
marine environmental protection at the core of its priorities. He
added that the achievement serves as a strong incentive to continue
pursuing excellence and underscores the company’s responsibility to
operate in a marine environment of outstanding global significance.

He stressed that Aqaba Marine Services Company remains fully
committed to conducting its daily operations including ship towage,
pilotage, and a range of marine services in accordance with the
highest international environmental standards. The company, he said,
adopts safe and environmentally responsible maritime practices that
ensure the smooth flow of trade and supply chains while safeguarding
the Gulf of Aqaba’s sensitive ecosystems and unique coral reefs.

Rutgers reaffirmed the company’s commitment to working closely with
the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority and other strategic
partners to support Jordan’s national vision for advancing the blue
economy and ensuring the long-term sustainability of this national
achievement, made possible through the Royal vision. He added that
the company aims to help maintain Aqaba Port’s position as a leading
global model for maritime excellence and environmental stewardship.