Aqaba Transport Company Reports Record Public Transport Figures

(MENAFN- Jordan Times) AMMAN - The Aqaba company for transport and logistic recorded an unprecedented figure of 416,000 commuters in the first quarter of 2026, compared with 277,000 in the same period of 2025, with a growth rate of 51 per cent.

The company also reported 202,000 commuters in April, the highest monthly figure in its history, bringing the total during the first four months of the year to 619,000, according to the Jordan News Agency, Petra.

This indicates accelerating growth and expanded user base that reinforces public transport as a "primary" option for getting around the city, according to the Aqaba company.

Commissioner for Economic Affairs and Investment, Mohammad Abu Omar, said the record-breaking figures achieved by the Aqaba Transport Company, particularly during the first four months of the year, is "a qualitative leap" in its operational efficiency.

This progress builds upon the company's last year achievement, when it served over 1.5 million people, further bolstering public confidence in Aqaba's public transport services, Abu Omar added.

He attributed the results to a series of projects adopted by the company as part of its strategic plans, in alignment with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority's (ASEZA) strategy to enhance the quality of life and achieve green economy objectives.

Abu Omar emphasised ASEZA's support for the company and its commitment to enabling the implementation of its development programmes.

He also stated that the next phase will involve the introduction of 14 new buses to modernise the fleet, as well as the restructuring of public transport routes in Aqaba to enhance operational efficiency and improve service standards.

For his part, CEO of Aqaba Company for Transport and Logistics, Khaled Abu Abdullah, stated that the record commuter figures in such a short period reflect a high level of operational efficiency and underscore the success of plans focused on the comprehensive development of the transport system.

This includes fleet modernisation, expanding coverage, improving service quality and punctuality, and introducing electronic payment and smart tracking systems, which have supported to increase reliability and enhance commuter confidence, Petra reported.

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