Noticias sobre Jordan
Workdry Group acquires France’s DMTP
The Workdry Group, a UK-based provider of mission-critical water solutions, has completed the acquisition of French pumping and dewatering specialist DMTP, extending its presence into the French market.
Jordan to launch wastewater treatment O&M tenders by 2027
Jordan has begun inviting expressions of interest and prequalifying private companies to operate and manage the country's wastewater infrastructure, according to documents released by the International Monetary Fund.
Jordan and Germany sign €127 million agreement for National Water Carrier Project
Jordan's Water and Irrigation Minister Raed Abu Saud and KfW Development Bank Country Director Matthias Schmidt-Rosen signed an agreement linked to previously approved grant and project funding for Jordan's National Water Carrier Project.
Moody’s: water scarcity matters, but unpreparedness is the real credit risk
A new Moody's Ratings report draws a direct line between water system reliability and sovereign and corporate creditworthiness, arguing that infrastructure readiness and governance quality now shape financial outcomes as much as physical water scarcity does.
One in three groundwater wells is running dry, global study finds
For decades, groundwater overexploitation has outpaced the data needed to quantify it at a global scale.
Unsafe drinking water: mirror and magnifier of inequality in developing nations, finds UN report
A new UN University study of 138 countries finds that water insecurity, poverty and gender inequality overlap in 61% of developing nations, affecting an estimated 2 billion people — with 30% trapped in all three.
Jordan launches $125 million metal pipe factory for water infrastructure
The Ministry of Water and Irrigation announced the launch of a $125 million investment from US and Indian partners to construct a metal pipe manufacturing facility, intended to support the National Water Carrier Project and other infrastructure initiatives.
Jordan signs final agreement for $4.3 billion National Water Carrier, targets July financial close
Jordan has taken a decisive step toward advancing its flagship National Water Carrier project, with the signing of the final technical and legal agreement in Amman.
Jordan secures $203 million U.S. grant to advance landmark water desalination project
Jordan's Council of Ministers has approved a $203 million grant from the United States for the Aqaba-Amman Water Desalination and Conveyance (AAWDC) Project, also referred to as the National Water Carrier, according to Zawya.
Islamic Development Bank approves $2.41 billion in new financing, including water sector
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Board of Executive Directors approved about US $2.41 billion in new financing for development projects at its 364th meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, officials said.
Veolia appointed to manage Yarmouk Water Company in Jordan under performance-based contract
Jordan’s Ministry of Water and Irrigation has signed a four-year management contract appointing Veolia to operate Yarmouk Water Company, the public utility serving the country’s northern governorates.
Jordan and Arab Fund sign $189 million agreement to support National Water Carrier Project
The Government of Jordan has formalised a financing agreement with the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development (AFESD) to support the National Water Carrier Project, strengthening international support for one of the country’s most significant water initiatives.
IsDB approves US$1.365 billion financing package with strong focus on water security
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has approved a new package of development financing totaling approximately US$1.365 billion, with several projects directly addressing water security, sanitation, irrigation, and water-related livelihoods across its member countries.
“The future of water is scrappy, smart, and full of heart. And it’s already here”
With a global perspective on water innovation, Mallak Bani Mustafa explores how creativity, collaboration, and bold experimentation can help utilities turn new technologies into smarter, more sustainable ways of delivering water — and real impact for the people they serve.
“ACWUA ensures Arab utilities’ voices shape global water sector policies and partnerships”
Khaldon Khashman, Secretary General of the Arab Countries Water Utilities Association (ACWUA), shares insights on the association’s origins, growth, and impact in advancing professional standards, digital innovation, and regional collaboration among Arab water and wastewater utilities.
“The benefits of joint water-climate action span human, economic, and planetary dimensions”
As climate and water challenges grow more urgent, Jennifer Sara draws on decades of global experience to share insights on financing resilient utilities, mobilising investment, and ensuring water takes its rightful place at the centre of climate action.
The Green Climate Fund supports $6 billion Jordan water project with its largest-ever investment
The Green Climate Fund (GCF), the world’s largest multilateral climate finance body, has announced its biggest commitment yet — a $295 million package to support Jordan’s $6 billion Aqaba-Amman Water Desalination and Conveyance Project, one of the largest desalination initiatives in the world.
Jordan opens prequalification for Wadi Zarqa wastewater treatment plant project
The Water Authority of Jordan (WAJ) has launched the prequalification process for the Design, Build and Operate (DBO) contract of the Wadi Zarqa Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Phase 1, a key project aimed at expanding wastewater treatment capacity and improving environmental management in the Zarqa and Mafraq governorates.
Groundbreaking water treatment research advances potable reuse technologies
WRF-funded study validates treatment performance for safer, more sustainable potable reuse systems.
Groundbreaking water treatment research advances potable reuse technologies
WRF-funded study validates treatment performance for safer, more sustainable potable reuse systems.