Social & Economic Benefits

MDA presents investors and developers with numerous other benefits and advantages that comprise:

• Strategic Location:
  • MDA located at the heart of the Middle East, MDA is within a close proximity of the regions’ developing markets of Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia and the rest of the GCC is located within proximity of the regions’ developing markets of Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia and the rest of the GCC.
  • The booming construction in each of these locations has led to a growing demand for construction materials, which MDA’s industries will cater to.
  • MDA is within close vicinity of the Aqaba port, facilitating trade and export.
• Low Real Estate Cost:
  • Ma’an has one of the most competitive real estate costs in Jordan and the region.
• Developed Infrastructure:
  • MDA will have access to reliable utilities through high quality distribution networks, and basic utilities adapted to the different clusters which include electricity, telecommunications, water, waste-water treatment, and waste disposal.
  • MDA benefits from an existing network of roads, which will be upgraded to meet future needs, as well as access to the old King’s Highway and the modern Desert Highway.
• Competitive Workforce:
  • Jordan has a competitive and readily available workforce both in terms of executives and skilled workers, who will be living and learning at the Skill Development Center.
• Pleasant Living Environment
  • MDA will offer a pleasant living environment thanks to its open spaces, religious landmarks, greenery and parks, entertainment facilities, retail outlets, and an urban architecture that is in-tune with the culture of Ma’an and its surroundings.
  • MDA will also enjoy a thriving and bustling atmosphere due to its proximity to the Al-Hussein Bin Talal University and the presence of the many students of the Skill Development Center.
  • MDA’s pleasant living environment will translate into an increase in the number of visitors to the area, in turn benefiting businesses and investors and raising the profile of the Area as a whole.
• Cluster Synergy:
  • The four clusters of MDA will complement each other, creating synergy that will benefit all areas of MDA.
  • The cluster synergy will guarantee for MDA a constant flow of activity between each part of the Development Area; the Skill Development Center will provide the Industrial Park with a qualified workforce, the Industrial Park will create a large influx of residents into the Residential Community as will the Al-Hussein Bin Talal University staff and students, the Skill Development Center will share resources with the University, while the Hajj Oasis will serve as the Area’s religious center for all.