Irbid, July 5 (Petra) – Industrial exports from Irbid rose 8.9%
during the first half of 2026 to $590.1 million, up from $541.9
million in the same period last year, according to the Irbid Chamber
of Industry.

Chamber President Hani Abu Hassan said the Chamber issued 7,630
certificates of origin between January and the end of June.

The leather and garment sector remained the largest contributor to
exports at $518 million, followed by food, agricultural and livestock
industries ($34 million) and pharmaceutical and medical supplies
(more than $17 million).

The United States remained the largest export market, importing goods
worth more than $592 million, followed by the Netherlands ($27.3
million), Germany ($21.2 million), Saudi Arabia ($16.4 million) and
Canada ($14.4 million).

Al Hassan Industrial City accounted for the largest share of exports
at $568 million, followed by Cyber City with more than $19.3 million
and the Chamber’s main office with over $4.4 million.

Abu Hassan said the sector’s continued growth, despite regional and
global economic challenges, reflects the resilience of Jordanian
industry, supported by efforts to improve competitiveness, expand
into new markets and diversify exports.

//Petra// AK