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Shipping Arabia, November 5, 2026 – Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) welcomed the ambassadors of the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom and Spain to Jordan during a series of diplomatic visits focused on terminal operations, future development plans and the facility’s role in regional supply chains. The engagements provided an opportunity to present ACT’s operational performance and strategic vision as Jordan’s gateway to global trade.

The visits brought together senior diplomatic representatives and ACT management to discuss the terminal’s capabilities, future priorities and contribution to international trade and logistics.

European Ambassadors Visit Aqaba Container Terminal

The diplomatic visitors included Andrea Kučerová, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Jordan; Philip Hall, British Ambassador to Jordan; and José Luis Pardo Cuerdo, Ambassador of Spain to Jordan.

During their respective visits, the ambassadors received an overview of ACT’s operations and its future vision for supporting Jordan’s international trade.

The delegations also visited the terminal’s terrace, which provided panoramic views of the facility. This offered an opportunity to observe the terminal while learning about its operations and role in regional supply chains.

The meetings reflected continued diplomatic interest in Jordan’s trade and logistics sector, particularly the role of Aqaba Container Terminal in connecting the country with global markets.

ACT CEO Outlines Terminal Performance and Strategic Vision

ACT CEO Jose Rueda Salinas delivered comprehensive briefings to the visiting ambassadors, covering the terminal’s operational performance and its contribution to regional supply chains.

The presentations also addressed ACT’s plans for the coming years and its future vision as a major gateway for Jordan’s international trade.

Through the briefings, the ambassadors gained insight into the terminal’s current operations and the priorities guiding its future development.

The discussions emphasized ACT’s role in facilitating international trade and supporting the movement of containerized cargo through Jordan’s maritime gateway.

Strengthening International Trade and Logistics Relations

Beyond the operational briefings, the diplomatic visits highlighted the importance of trade and logistics relations between Jordan and the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom and Spain.

ACT expressed appreciation for the ambassadors’ visits and their continued interest in strengthening commercial and logistics cooperation between Jordan and their respective countries.

The engagements also provided an opportunity for ACT to communicate its strategic priorities directly to international diplomatic representatives.

By presenting its operational capabilities, regional supply chain role and future development plans, the terminal reinforced its position as a key component of Jordan’s international trade infrastructure.

Source: Aqaba Container Terminal

Shipping Arabia, November 4, 2026 – Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT) handled a record 109,341 TEUs in October 2026, achieving the highest monthly container throughput in its history. The milestone also marked the fourth consecutive month in which the terminal exceeded 100,000 TEUs, extending a period of record-breaking operational performance at Jordan’s main container gateway.

The latest results follow successive monthly records since July, reflecting sustained growth in container handling activity. Over the past five months, ACT has processed more than 500,000 TEUs, highlighting continued demand for its services from local and regional customers.

Four Consecutive Months of Record Container Throughput

Aqaba Container Terminal began its latest sequence of monthly records in July 2026, handling 101,900 TEUs. Throughput then increased to more than 104,000 TEUs in August before reaching 107,803 TEUs in September.

October’s performance of 109,341 TEUs surpassed the previous month’s record, establishing a new all-time high for the terminal.

The four consecutive months above 100,000 TEUs represent a significant operational milestone for ACT. The sustained volumes also reflect what the terminal described as growing confidence among local and regional customers.

Across the five-month period ending in October, container throughput exceeded half a million TEUs. This performance underscores the terminal’s role in handling containerized trade serving Jordan, the Levant and other regional markets.

Vessel Operations and Transit Cargo Activity

Alongside its record container throughput, Aqaba Container Terminal reported significant vessel and transit cargo activity during October.

The terminal served 59 vessels during the month while handling 15,268 TEUs of transit cargo. These volumes highlighted Aqaba’s role in supporting regional cargo flows beyond Jordan’s domestic import and export markets.

Transit cargo remains an important component of the terminal’s operations, connecting regional markets through Aqaba’s maritime and landside logistics network.

The October results demonstrate the scale of activity managed across ACT’s marine operations, including container handling for vessels and cargo moving through the terminal.

Landside Operations Exceed 47,000 Truck Transactions

Aqaba Container Terminal also recorded substantial activity across its landside operations during October, processing 47,814 truck transactions.

This represented an average of more than 1,500 truck transactions per day, supporting the movement of goods to importers and exporters throughout Jordan.

The landside figures complement the terminal’s record maritime throughput, reflecting the volume of cargo movements managed between vessel operations and inland transport.

ACT highlighted the importance of efficient truck processing in maintaining cargo flows and providing dependable services to its customers, shipping lines and transport partners.

ACT CEO Highlights Operational Excellence and Customer Confidence

José Rueda, Chief Executive Officer of Aqaba Container Terminal, attributed the sustained operational milestones to the terminal’s focus on service quality, workforce performance and customer relationships.

“Achieving this milestone month after month reflects a culture of operational excellence and a constant focus on our customers,” Rueda said.

He emphasized the importance of maintaining dependable services for the different stakeholders relying on Aqaba’s container handling and logistics operations.

“Every day, our teams work to make sure that cargo owners, shipping lines and transport partners can rely on Aqaba,” Rueda added.

The CEO also highlighted the confidence that customers and partners continue to place in the terminal. He reaffirmed ACT’s commitment to raising operational standards, investing in future development and maintaining its position as a dependable gateway for Jordan and the surrounding region.

Aqaba Container Terminal expressed appreciation to its customers, shipping lines, government partners and the wider trade community for their continued support.

The terminal also reaffirmed its commitment to operational excellence, safety and sustainable growth as it builds on its recent performance.

With four consecutive months of throughput exceeding 100,000 TEUs, October’s record of 109,341 TEUs represents the latest milestone in ACT’s sustained operational growth. The results further highlight the terminal’s importance in supporting Jordanian trade and regional logistics activity through the Port of Aqaba.

Source: Aqaba Container Terminal