Amman, Sept. 10 (Petra) — Jordan’s contracting sector is poised for
a new phase of activity, with projects in vital sectors worth
approximately JD12 billion expected to be implemented over the coming
years, Jordanian Construction Contractors Association (JCCA)
President Fuad Dweiri said Thursday.

Speaking at a JCCA meeting with water and sanitation contractors,
Dweiri said the projects will cover the water, gas, railway,
sanitation and road sectors, describing the expected increase in
activity as a “qualitative shift” following years of declining
project volumes due to economic and regional conditions.

He said the Association, in coordination with the Ministry of Public
Works, plans to hold a workshop bringing together relevant
ministries, institutions and stakeholders to review projects and work
scheduled for the coming years, allowing contractors to prepare for
their implementation in advance.

Dweiri noted that the al-Risha gas pipeline project is linked to the
development of 84 gas wells and was tendered under the
Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model.

He added that the Association is continuing efforts to activate its
Water and Sanitation Committee and complete the necessary procedures
in coordination with consulting firm ECO Consult.

The JCCA Vice President Marouf Ghananim said the coming years are
expected to bring significant activity in the water, railway, and gas
sectors, among others, stressing the need to address challenges
facing contractors and streamline procedures.

He said the sector must capitalize on the expected projects by
strengthening its execution capabilities, ensuring local companies
can participate in upcoming projects, and enhancing their technical
and operational readiness.

//Petra// AJ