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Investment Climate and Business Opportunities in Jordan Dr. Maen Nsour Chief Executive Officer Jordan Investment Board Presentation Agenda Jordan – Portugal Economic Relations Reforms and Macroeconomic Stability International Reports Investment Climate in Jordan Jordan’s Competitive Advantages Jordan’s Enabling Platforms Engines of Growth and Business Opportunities Jordan – Portugal Economic Relations Balance of Trade The two-way trade volume between the two countries reached $10.7 million in 2007 Portugal maintains positive trade balance with Jordan Trade Relations Jordan’s Exports to Portugal in 2007 Portugal’s Exports to Jordan in 2007 Other 2% Other 16% Fertilisers 28% Chemicals 70% Pharmaceuti cals 42% Mineral Products 7% Textiles 14% Pulp of Woods 21% Economic Agreements Agreement On Trade And Economic And Technical Cooperation Between The Government Of The Hashemite Kingdom Of Jordan And The Government Of The Republic Of Portugal (13-MAY1980). Agreement On Trade And Economic And Technical Cooperation Between The Government Of The Hashemite Kingdom Of Jordan And The Government Of The Republic Of Portugal (29-JAN1982). Jordan – EU Economic Partnership Agreement (24-NOV-1997). Portugal’s Foreign Direct Investment Portugal’s Outward FDI by Country (2003-2008) UK 2% Germany 2% Other Countries 18% Brazil 21% Morocco 3% France 4% Spain 18% Poland 9% Romania 4% USA 5% Angola 14% Destination Country Number of Investment Projects Brazil 55 Spain 48 Angola 35 Poland 23 USA 14 Romania 10 France 10 Morocco 7 Germany 6 UK 6 Other Countries 46 Overall Total 260 Source: FDI Markets, Financial Times (2009) Portugal’s Foreign Direct Investment Portugal's Outward FDI by Sector (2003-2008) Sector Number of Investment Projects Real Estate Real Estate 16% Other Sectors 29% Financial Services 13% Textiles 5% Plastics 4% Wood Products 4% Communications 4% Hotels & Tourism 4% Alternative/Rene wable energy 9% Building & Construction Materials 7% Software & IT services 5% 42 Financial Services Alternative/Renewable energy Building & Construction Materials 34 Software & IT services 14 Textiles 12 Hotels & Tourism 11 Communications 10 Wood Products 10 Plastics 9 Other Sectors 76 Overall Total Source: FDI Markets, Financial Times (2009) 24 18 260 How Jordan Matches Portugal’s Investment Needs Textiles Sector in Jordan Portugal's Outward FDI by Sector (2003-2008) $1.3 billion annual exports (around 20% annual growth in the past 5 years). QIZ’s and numerous industrial estates provide access to services, manufacturing infrastructure. Other Sectors 29% IT Sector in Jordan $200 million annual exports. Sound government Policy, advanced telecom infrastructure and growing talent. Highly competitive costs with average IT staff salaries only one fifth of Ireland and around 75% lower than in UAE Plastics 4% Wood Products 4% Hotels & Tourism 4% Communicati ons 4% Textiles 5% Real Estate 16% Financial Services 13% Building & Construction Materials 7% Alternative/R enewable Software & IT energy services 9% 5% Building and Construction Materials in Jordan Jordan possesses significant mineral resources used in the construction industry such as building and ornamental stones (including marble), cement raw materials, sand, gravel, crushed stone and natural sand and others. Renewable Energy in Jordan Jordan is blessed with an abundance of solar energy which is evident from the annual daily average solar irradiance on a horizontal surface ranges between 5-7 kWh/m2, which is one of the highest in the world. The average sunshine duration is more than 300 days per year. Reforms and Macroeconomic Stability GDP Growth 9 8.6 8.5 8.1 8 8 Percentage (%) 7.5 7 6.6 6.6 6.5 5.8 6 5.6 5.5 5 4.5 4.5 4.1 4 2001 2002 2003 3004 2005 2006 2007 2008E 2009E Gross Domestic Product 12000 11722 11000 JD (Million) 10521 10497 10000 8954 9000 8090 8000 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 (Jan - Sept) GDP Per Capita 2100 2048 2000 1879 Jordanian Dinars 1900 1803 1800 1700 1613 1600 1512 1500 1400 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 (Jan - Sept) Inflation 30% 25% 26.0% 20% 15% 14.9% 10% 8.0% 7.8% 5% 2.0% 2.3% 3.4% 5.0% 6.1% 5.4% 0% 1990 1995 2000 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009E Foreign Reserves 8500 8306 8068 8000 7705 7744 7621 7500 7566 US$ (Million) 7259 7000 7007 6871 6863 6593 6500 6059 6000 5500 5000 5951 5422 7393 External Debt as a % of GDP 200 189 180 160 Percentage (%) 140 120 105 100 84 80 77 67 59 60 52 46 40 27 20 0 1990 1995 2000 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Mar-08 Deposits in Banks 18500 18148 18103 18117 18103 18000 17852 17568 US$ (Million) 17500 17229 17063 17000 16629 16500 16317 15988 16000 15500 16437 17819 18355 Trade Balance 10000 8638 8000 8298 7275 6606 6000 5184 3690 JD (Million) 4000 2753 4064 4143 3050 Exports 2000 Imports Trade Balance 0 2004 -2000 -4000 -6000 2005 2006 -3556 -3585 2007 2008 (Jan - Sept) -4574 -4155 -2431 Amman Stock Exchange Number of Registered Companies 270 262 250 245 230 227 210 192 201 190 170 161 158 161 150 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Market Capitalization JD (Million) 40000 20000 10000 29,214.20 26667.1 30000 4476.7 5029 7772.8 21078.2 25,406.30 13033.8 0 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Amman Stock Exchange JD (Million) Number of Traded Shares 6000 5000 4000 3000 2000 1000 0 5,442.30 4104.3 4,479.40 2582.6 340.6 2001 461.8 2002 1008.6 2003 1338.7 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Value Traded 25000 20,318.00 JD (Million) 20000 16871 15000 14209.9 12,348.10 10000 5000 0 668.7 2001 950.3 2002 1855.2 2003 3793.2 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Amman Stock Exchange Percentage (%) Market Capitalization as a % of GDP 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 326.6 289 184.7 75.7 2001 116.8 80.4 2002 226.3 233.9 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Non-Jordanian Ownership of Market Capitalization 50 Percentage 45 45.5 2005 2006 48.9 49.2 2007 2008 45 41.3 40 38.5 37.4 38.8 35 2001 2002 2003 2004 International Reports The Global Competitiveness Report 2008 (GCR) An effective tool to benchmark the competitiveness of 134 countries . Jordan ranks 48th out of (134) countries in the report up from 49th out of (131) countries in the previous year GCR – Business Environment Challenges The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008 One of the world’s most comprehensive annual report on the competitiveness of 55 nations, ranking and analyzing how a nation’s environment creates and sustains the competitiveness of enterprises. Jordan ranks 34th out of (55) countries in the report up from 37th out of (55) countries in the previous year. The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2008 Education Health and Environment Scientific Infrastructure Tech. Infrastructure Basic Infrastructure Attitudes and Values Management Practices Finance Labor Market Productivity and Effeciency 56 45 31 33 39 Societal Framework 46 33 25 39 23 2008 Business Legislation 52 39 36 49 34 2007 Institutional Framework 2 43 30 22 17 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Fiscal Policy 61 14 33 28 43 Public Finances 54 16 22 13 28 Prices 48 60 28 61 25 Employment 44 24 35 54 32 International Investment 37 International Trade 34 Domestic Economy Economic Performance Domestic Economy International Trade International Investment Employment Prices Government Efficiency Public Finances Fiscal Policy Institutional Framework Business Legislation Societal Framework Business Efficiency Productivity and Efficiency Labor Market Finance Management Practices Attitudes and Values Infrastructure Basic Infrastructure Tech. Infrastructure Scientific Infrastructure Health and Environment Education 2007 Overall Performance Overall Performance 2008 The World Investment Report 2008 Country 2005 2006 2007 Hong Kong 4 2 1 Bulgaria 8 3 2 Iceland 12 4 3 Malta 10 5 4 Bahamas 21 8 5 Jordan 8 7 6 Singapore 6 6 7 Estonia 7 9 8 Georgia 16 15 9 Lebanon 9 13 10 Guyana 32 20 11 Bahrain 23 12 12 Belgium 11 10 13 100 Gambia 14 11 14 80 Panama 25 16 15 Mongolia - 19 16 Published by The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Jordan is ranked 6th out (141) countries and in the top 20 in the Inward FDI Performance Index. Jordan's Rank in the WIR (UNCTAD) 140 132 120 60 Tajikistan - 18 17 40 Cyprus - 24 18 20 Moldova - 27 19 0 Egypt - 31 20 46 19 1994 2003 2004 8 7 6 2005 2006 2007 The World Investment Report 2008 Under Performers Jordan, Morocco, Sudan, Lebanon, Yemen, Below Potential India, Turkey Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Japan, Germany, Israel, Qatar, Italy 1993-1995 Syria, Lebanon, Algeria, Sudan, Turkey, India Jordan, USA, Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, 1999-2001 Syria, Algeria, Turkey, India 2001-2003 2003-2005 1988-1990 2005-2007 Latest Above Potential Front Runners Syria, Tunisia, Egypt UK, USA, Oman, Bahrain, Ireland, China, France Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Yemen UK, Bahrain, Qatar, Singapore, Ireland, China, USA, Oman, Lebanon, Japan, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Tunisia, Egypt Morocco, Sudan, Brazil, Kazakhstan Jordan, UK, Singapore, Ireland, Germany, Algeria, India, Turkey, Egypt, Yemen UK, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Korea, Russia, Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA Syria, Sudan, Morocco Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, China, France, Syria, Yemen, India, Indonesia, South Africa USA, Oman, Algeria, Libya, Kuwait, Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Japan, Germany, Ireland Egypt, Morocco, Sudan, Lebanon, Romania Bangladesh, Benin, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Syrian Arab Republic, Togo, Uzbekistan, Yemen. Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan Province of China, Tunisia, Turkey, United States and Venezuela. Angola, Benin, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Niger, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Ecuador, South Africa, Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey and Kenya. Portugal, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Kuwait, Libya, Germany, Japan Republic of Korea, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Spain, Mexico, Switzerland, Taiwan Province of China, Norway, Qatar, United States and Venezuela. Albania, Angola, Armenia, Colombia, Congo, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Republic of Moldova, Romania, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Suriname, Tajikistan, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Uruguay, Vietnam and Zambia. Colombia, Congo, Costa Rica, Egypt, Ethiopia, Lebanon, Nicaragua, Georgia Romania, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Suriname, Tajikistan, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Uruguay and Vietnam. China, France Tunisia, Germany, Ireland, Israel Jordan, UK, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, Singapore, China Jordan, Portugal, Bahrain, Belgium, Botswana, Brunei Dominican Republic, Estonia, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, Slovakia, UAE and United Kingdom. Jordan, Bahrain, Belgium, Botswana, Brunei, Estonia, Hong Kong (China), Hungary, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Netherlands, Panama, Poland, Qatar, Singapore, Slovakia, UAE and United Kingdom. Investment Climate in Jordan Foreign Direct Investments 3500 3,263 3000 US$ (Million) 2500 1,948 2000 1,772 1,771 1500 1000 500 815 443 0 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Sep-08 Average Direct Investment Distribution per Sector Investment Benefiting from Investment Promotion Law 3500 3,099 3,194 3000 2,583 US$ (Million) 2500 2000 1500 1,055 1000 589 500 424 368 2002 2003 0 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 Jordan’s Competitive Advantages Why Invest In Jordan? Advantages Political Stability, Security & Vision Description Investors’ confidence in the Kingdom's economy, political stability, good international relations and cost-competitiveness has produced a groundswell of investment from around the world. All efforts contribute to maintaining a momentum of growth and development. Strategic Location and Central Market Access to One Billion Consumers Jordan enjoys distinguished foreign trade policies built on the norms of openness and integration. Agreements include GAFTA with 17 Arab countries, US Free Trade Agreement, association agreement with the European Union and a European Free Trade Association Agreement. Similar deals are currently being negotiated with Canada, Turkey, and extending to Latin America. Growing and Robust Economy Jordan’s macro-economic fundamentals are sound and leading considered indicators to the country’s continued growth in 2008. Liberalization, careful planning, policy reforms, a strong economy, and the creation of ideal conditions for businesses led to a surge in foreign investment to Jordan. Skilled and Talented Human Capital Modern and Well Connected Infrastructure Favorable Business Environment Enabling Platforms A population of 5.9 million out of which 70% is under the age of 30 and enjoys a 2.3% annual growth rate. Literacy rates in the Kingdom are among the highest in the Middle East obtaining 91.1% in 2007 compared to 89.9% in 2004. Our infrastructure is set up to serve people, investment, trade and ideas. On one hand, Jordan’s modern transportation infrastructure helps businesses navigate the world more quickly and comfortably. On the other hand, Jordan has one of the most liberalized and competitive telecommunication markets in the Middle East and an independent regulator. Strong Banking System, Competitive costs of Doing Business , Attractive tax incentives and custom duty exemptions, Reformed and liberal legislation, Streamlined procedures, Profound and international investor protection measures. Development Areas (King Hussein Business Park, King Hussein Bin Talal Development Area, Irbid Development Area, Ma’an Development Area), Special Economic Development Zone (ASEZA), Industrial Estates, Free Zones. Oasis of Calm and Stability Decades of political stability, since 1921. According to the Global Competitiveness Report 2008-2009, issued by the World Economic Forum, Jordan ranks as follows: Prevention of Organized Crime: (11) out of (134) countries. Business costs of crime and violence (14) out of (134) countries. Reliability of Police Services: (20) out of (134) countries. Strategic Location Jordan Strategically situated on land bridge between Europe, Africa and Asia Jordan serves as a focal point for trade and investment within MENA The MENA market is comprised of 325 million consumers, 6% of world population Growth rate: 3% (vs. 0.8% in EU) Consumer market is projected to double in size in approximately 18 years International Gateway Member of WTO. Jordan-US Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Qualifying Industrial Zone (QIZ) Agreement. Greater Arab Free Trade Agreement. Euro-Jordanian Association Agreement. Aghadir Agreement. Jordan-EFTA FTA. Jordan-Singapore FTA. Access To One Billion Consumers… Customs Free and Quota Free Skilled and Talented Human Capital People are our greatest asset Well educated population. 20% of population have a degree or third level qualification Over 92% literacy rate. Ranked 39th out of (134) countries for the number of scientists and engineers. 192,000 students currently enrolled in universities. 25 universities (15 private, 10 public). 60 community colleges. 35 vocational training centers training over 10,000 people each year. Competitive wage structure. Jordan provides the Middle East with its most highly skilled workers, particularly in the professional and services sectors… Modern and Well Connected Infrastructure Jordan boasts high quality infrastructure surpassing many regional and emerging economies. 3 airports and 1 port (Aqaba) 55 directly served destinations and 700 served by alliance airlines. Expanding airport to serve 9 millions passengers annually Road network: 8,000 km of modern highway system. Railway master plan to develop an extensive rail network. Deregulated telecommunication market since 2005 High Quality of Living Ave. summer temp 95F (35C); ave. winter temp is 50 F (10C) Very low crime rate; Jordan is a noticeably clean country Excellent education facilities for all ages; 21 universities and accredited international schools including American, British, and French Major tourist attractions: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Jerash Serviced by major hotels: Marriott, Inter-Continental, Le Meridian, Sheraton, Radisson, Four Seasons, Hyatt Range of social opportunities: sports (horse riding, scuba diving, swimming, etc.); social clubs; restaurants, coffee shops and small cafes for day/evening outings Many cultural activities: plays, cinemas, concerts and folklore Jordan’s Enabling Platforms Jordan’s Enabling Platforms Development Areas and Zones King Hussein Business Park (KHBP) King Hussein Bin Talal Development Area KHBTDA (Mafraq) Irbid Development Area Ma’an Development Area (MDA) Aqaba Special Economic Zone Industrial Estates Free Zones Development Areas Law The Government of Jordan (GOJ) enacted a Development Areas Law in 2008. This law aims to provides further streamlining and enhance quality-of-service in the delivery of licensing, permits and the ongoing procedures necessary for the operations of site manufacturers and exporters. Under the Development Areas Law Income Tax[1] 5 % On all taxable income from activities within the Area Sales Tax 0 % On goods sold into (or within) the Development Area for use in economic activities Import Duties 0 % On all materials, instruments, machines, etc to be used in establishing, constructing and equipping an enterprise in the Area Social Tax 0 % On all income accrued within the Area or outside the Kingdom 0 % On all income accrued within the Area or outside the Kingdom Services Dividends Tax 1 No income tax on profits from exports Development Areas Locations Irbid Development King Hussein Bin Talal Area (IDA) Development Area KHBTDA (Mafraq) ICT, Healthcare Middle & Back Offices, and Research and Development. King Hussein Business Park (KHBP) Services at the heart of the capital Industrial Production, transportation hub, plenty of opportunities for industrial and logistics tenants to master developers and operators Ma’an Development Area (MDA) Industries: Manufacturing of building and construction material Exploitation of renewable energy (solar and wind) R&D Development Center for renewable energies Exploitation and marketing of minerals and natural resources Specialized educational programs in sciences and engineering King Hussain Bin Talal Development Area (Mafraq) Location 60 km northeast of the capital. Modern highway network connecting Jordan, Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. Closest access to regional ports. Adjacent mixed use airport planned by 2010. Opportunity Industrial production. A transportation hub. Irbid Development Area Location Located 80 km north of the capital 4 locally established universities offering world class engineering programs of study. Irbid hosts is on the main highway linking Amman to Syria with an impressive array of healthcare expertise and service offerings. Opportunity: Information and Communication Technology Health Care Research and Development Ma’an Development Area Location Ma’an is 125 km to Saudi Arabia, 200 km to Amman, and 400 to Iraq. Direct access to specialized cargo highway that directly connects Jordan to both Saudi Arabia and Iraq. Opportunity: Area is rich with Silica, Kaolin, Zeolite, Clay and many other natural resources MDA spans over 8.75 km² in the vicinity of the city of Ma’an and is comprised of the following clusters: Industrial Park Residential Community Skill Development Center Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) The Achievements Exceeded The Master Plan Target By 133% $6 Billion $8 Billion The Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZ) is a private sector-driven development initiative that maximizes private sector participation in a duty free, tax-advantaged, and flexible regulatory operations environment providing a model approach to environmentally sustainable development and governance. ASEZ Favorable Business Environment Multi-sectoral Development Zone Attractive Incentives offered in ASEZ A flat 5% income tax on the net profit Exemption from annual land and building taxes on utilized property. Exemption from taxes on distributed dividends and profits. Duty-free import of goods in commercial quantities from the National Customs Territory No foreign equity restrictions on investments. No foreign currency restrictions. Full repatriation of profits and capital. Streamlined labor and immigration procedures. Up to 70% foreign labor 100% foreign ownership Availability of land for lease or sale. Full guarantees on rights and ownership Master Planning Industrial Estates Offering: Cost effective land and factory buildings Reasonable cost of utilities Comprehensive network of roads and infrastructure 2 year exemption from income and social service tax Target Industries: Food Manufacturing Metal Modeling Pharmaceutical Production and Cosmetics Plastic Products Furniture Medical Equipment Engineering, Machinery and Electronics Construction and Building Materials Free Zones Exemptions in Free Zones Exemption of project profits from income taxes for goods exported outside the Kingdom as well as transit trade, in addition to profits accruing from the selling or transferring of goods inside the borders of the free zones. Exemptions for salaries and allowances of nonJordanian employees in projects established in the free zone from income and social service tax. Exempting buildings and real estate constructions built in the free zones from the licensing fees as well as building and land taxes. Jordan Investment Board One stop shop for setting up your business> Tax and Custom Duties Incentives: Projects exempted from income & social services taxes by 25%, 50%, or 75% for 10 years, depending on the location and sector of project Imported fixed assets are exempted from customs duties/taxes Additional exemption from customs duties and income tax is granted for the expansion, modernization, or development of existing projects Ease of licensing and registration procedures Free repatriation of capital, profits and salaries Main Development Projects Main Development Projects Upgrading & Expansion New Electricity of Jordan Petroleum Generation Plants Refinery Jordan ‘s Railway Master Plan Red Sea to Dead Sea Aqaba Railway Project Aqaba Port Re-location Conveyance Project Red Sea – Dead Sea Canal Phase 1: Water transfer from Red Sea to Dead Sea At a cost of US$1 billion. Distance : 180 km. Annual water transfer: 1,900 mcm/yr. Phase 2: Hydropower and freshwater production At a cost of US$1-1.5 billion. Hydroelectric generation capacity. Reverse osmosis desalination facility. Freshwater production capacity – 850 mcm/yr. Phase 3: Freshwater and excess electricity distribution Cost to be determined. Freshwater distribution system to demand centers. Transmission system for sale of energy. Red Sea – Dead Sea Canal The World Bank has been commissioned to prepare principles for the Terms of Reference (TOR) for the project Feasibility Study. The feasibility study and the environmental impact study will start in March 2008 and will be completed in March 2010. Implementation is due to start in 2011. Aqaba Port Relocation & Development Estimated Cost: $3 billion. Objective: Provide an effective and efficient port services. Description: Relocation of the main port area, including the phosphate terminal to the southern industrial zone of Aqaba. Development of the cleared-up main port area for commercial use. Construction of a multi-purpose general cargo terminal in the southern industrial zone. Al Ma’bar Company (UAE) has obtained rights concession to phase two. Cost: $500 million. Upgrading & Expansion of Jordan Petroleum Refinery Estimated Cost: $700 million. Objective: Expand the existing refinery to meet the projected demand for light and intermediate cleaner oil products. Longterm concession ends February 2008. Description: Increasing crude distillation capacity to increase production. New reformer and Isomerization units for production of unleaded gasoline. Increasing storage capacity. Adding a sulphur plant, a hydrogen plant and solvent deasphalter units. Timeframe: 2006-2008. New Electricity Generation Plants Estimated Cost: $4.3 – 5.3 billion. Objective: to generate 3740MW to meet the growing local and regional demand (average annual local demand growth on electricity is 4.6% annually). Description: will be built as an IPP (an electricity production company independent of public sector control). the project will be awarded as BOO (Build, Operate, Own) Timeframe: 2008 - 2020 Jordan’s Railway Master Plan Iraq Border SYRIA East-West Lines = 518km Syria Border KHD Jordan Z Mafr Valley aq Zarqa Irbid Amman Customs Juweida House Q Alia Airport Potential Potash Link Saudi Arabia Border Al Qatrana North-South Line = 564km Al Hasa JORDAN Shidiya Network total ≈ 1086km SAUDI ARABIA Aqaba New Port The railway network would comprise a “core” standard-gauge network consisting of: North - South Railway (NSR) Syrian Border-Aqaba East - West Railway (EWR) Iraqi Border to Saudi Arabia. This “core railway” might be supplemented by other domestic rail lines. Ma’an Aqaba IRAQ Potential Saudi Link Rail will provide a net benefit to Jordan. It should be developed as BOT, with government subsidy, to begin operation within 4 years Aqaba Railway Project Description: Aqaba Railway Corporation (ARC), a public corporation presently operates railway services for the transport of phosphate rock from the various mines to Aqaba port for export purposes. Objective: transport phosphate and other goods from Jordan Phosphate Mines Company (JPMC) to Aqaba port for export. Privatization Steps: Preparing a new law for the abolition of ARC. Evaluating all ARC assets and liabilities. Preparing a Draft transport agreement between JPMC and the new company. Finalizing necessary documentation required for the establishment and registration of the new company. Engines of Growth & Business Engines of Growth & Business Industry Pharmaceuticals Mineral and Mining Cosmetics Agro-Food Textiles Building and Construction Materials Electrical and Engineering Goods Automotive Services Tourism Health Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure, Utilities & PPP Energy Private- Public Partnerships (PPP) Pharmaceuticals Renowned Jordanian Pharmaceutical Products are exported to more than 66 countries around the world Investment volume of $700 million. Exports increased by 42% from 2006 to 2007 to reach around 500 m. USD (target 1 b. in 2012). Largest Arab exporter. 18 major investments employing 8,000 high caliber employees. Compliant with intellectual property rights protection. Available supporting infrastructure: 11 universities in para-medical subjects, 8 pharmaceutical colleges, 4 clinical research organizations, and 101 hospitals. Increased investment in R&D (Clinical Trial Law). Minerals and Processing Industries Jordan is rich in minerals resources that are viable for many downstream industries from phosphate, potash, silica, uranium, copper and many others. Jordan phosphate reserves, estimated at 4% of total world reserves, are predicted to last about 300 years at current extraction levels. Mineral Extraction Revenues (JD) 2006 250,000,000 200,000,000 150,000,000 100,000,000 50,000,000 po ta sh ph at e ph os in e m Br o at e um lci ca D im en sio ca r n bo n st on e bl e ar M Ag gr e ga te 0 Export Local Mining Sector output reached 926 m. USD in 2006. Exports grow at an average of 5% annually comprising 28% of Jordanian exports. Large pool of skilled labour of more than 7000 employees. 60,000 Engineers Minerals extractions industries average annual growth rate (AAGR) was 13.4% during 2002-2006. Foreigners can invest in mineral resources under special agreements and own up to 100% of mining projects. Dead Sea Cosmetics The Dead Sea offers a tranquil natural environment, world-renowned mineral water and therapeutic black mud. Unique products of Dead Sea which have more than 35 minerals. There are 20 producing companies exporting to more than 65 countries. Jordan has its share of dead sea product manufacturers, which are achieving recognition as these products begin to filter onto European high streets. Opportunity lies in marketing dead sea products to consumers in Europe, e.g. OEM. Construction & Building Materials Growing Population and booming construction Infrastructure and industrial development projects are currently estimated to be a value of USD 1 trillion. Jordan possesses significant mineral resources used in the construction industry such as building and ornamental stones (including marble), cement raw materials, sand, gravel, crushed stone and natural sand and others. Jordan is reputable with working with metal and producing metal. Existing industry cluster of around 5,000 facilities. Availability of large and skilled labour fore including 60,000 engineers. Jordanian universities graduate 5,000 engineers annually. Electrical and Engineering Goods Industry Electronic appliances and machinery exports reached 720 m. USD in 2007, representing a 51% increase from 2006. Jordan adopted the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards in August 2005. Sector employs more than 50,000. Products: Television Sets, Refrigerators, Freezers, Microwave Ovens, Washing Machines, Room Air Conditioners, Vacuum Cleaners, Small Home Appliances. Opportunities: Assembly plants, R&D and partnership opportunities for niche technologies. Agro-Food The Jordan Valley offers rich and fertile soil with unique climate to the entire region. Jordan is the 8th producer of Olive oil worldwide. Absolute demand is driven by rapid population growth and growing number of tourists in Jordan and the region. Food and Beverage annual production reached 1.7 b. USD in 2006 representing a 13% increase from 2005. Opportunities Production of water efficient crops Production for the Middle East Grading, packing, cooling and fumigation of high value crops such as medical and aromatic plants, fruits, and trees. Organic farming Expansion of flower and ornamental plant production for global markets Production of animal feed Utilization of by products of date palms in the manufacture of containers. Textiles & Apparels Sector Textile, leather and jewellery exports reached $1.8 billion in 2006, compared to $0.2 billion in 2000 achieving a net growth of over 200% in export levels in the past several years. Sector employs over 24,000 people. Products have duty-free access to major markets especially the US market. GAP, Liz Claiborne, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, New York Laundry, and many more chose to take advantage of Jordan’s manufacturing privileges… Automotive Industry The Automotive and automotive components industry is a dynamic industry active since 1970s. There are 17 companies that manufacture vehicles and their parts; 14 out of which export at least %75 of their production. Investment opportunities in the automotive aftermarket with car park growth rates averaging 10% per annum. Partnership opportunities with local players operating in niche segments of the market (buses, trailers, CAD-CAM, etc) Cost manufacturing platform for car components/car assembly serving rapidly growing Middle East market. Highly competitive costs with average manufacturing staff salaries around 60% lower than GCC. Tourism Sector Unique Destination Advantages : Home for one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, 6World Heritage Sites, Biblical and Holy Land, Land of Adventure, and much more… Real Demand growth is at an increasing rate of 5.5%-7.5% (0.01% of total world demand). 6.5 million tourists visited Jordan in 2007 (3.4 are over-night tourists) Soaring sector revenues, recorded growth of 120% in the past 5 years, reaching revenues of USD 2.3 billion (2007). Tourism sector composes 11.5% of GDP. The sector employed more than 24,000 people in 2007 Growing capital investments in sector, 19.6% of total investments (2006) Available and growing tourism services Information & Communication Technology Since 2002, Jordan’s ICT industry ranks amongst the top 3 for the highest annual FDI achieved Sector revenues for telecom and IT have more than doubled over the last five years going from $450 million in 2000 to $1.2 billion in 2006. Forecasts for the next five years suggest similar growth rates. IT workforce currently stands at around 18,000 and is poised to grow at more than 15% annually. Wages are considered to be one of the most competitive in the region. Size of industry: 12% of GDP. The ICT industry has been given a high priority by the Government and has the personal support of His Majesty King Abdullah II Export growth: $200 million in 2007 increase of 174% on 2003 figures. IT Specialization: Software development, e-learning, Arabization, System integration, Networking systems and management. Healthcare Medical Tourism Center for the region. More than 130,000 medical tourists in 2006. Annual revenues from incoming foreign patients $650 million. According to the Arab World Competitiveness Report 2007, Jordan scored 6.4 out of 7 in terms of health care and primary education. Expenditure of health sector: 6.1% of the government budget. 101 hospitals and 24.5 physicians per 10,000 population. Unique spas and health resorts: Dead Sea and natural hot springs in Ma’in, Himme and Zara. Energy Sector Jordan’s currently has no indigenous sources of energy, in order to achieve security of supply the government developed the Energy Master Plan 2007- 2020. The dependency on imported oil will be reduced by: Enhancing renewable energy projects. Implementing intensive energy efficiency programs. Utilizing oil shale to generate electricity and produce oil. Generating electricity from nuclear energy. Developing local sources of Natural Gas Infrastructure, Utilities->Energy- Privatization and PPP Energy Sector According to the Master Plan the required investment in the energy sector is around $14-18 billion over the period (2007-2020) Energy Sector – Renewable Energy Solar Energy Abundance of sunshine of 300 days a year. Horizontal surfaces ranging from 5-7 Kwh/m sq. Desert terrain famous for sandstorms and strong solar energy radiation levels. Cost competitive research and environmental development opportunity and land values. Wind Energy Jordan retains a high potential of wind energy generation with ideal locations possessing wind speed of more than 7 mps, compared to the 4.5 mps for effective wind power generation. Energy Sector - Oil Shale The 3rd Largest Deposit in the World… Oil Shale reserves in Jordan (deep and shallow) are estimated at more than 40 billion metric tons. The Government of Jordan and Shell Company signed a Concession Agreement to explore and produce deep oil shale over the next 12-18 years. Brazilian Petrobras and the Jordanian partner Kawar Group signed an MOU with the government of Jordan to explore, appraise and exploit Oil Shale in Jordan. The project is estimated at a value of USD 3.5 Billion and is expected to produce up to a 100,000 barrels per day . Energy Sector – Nuclear Power Areas of Uranium Deposits Central Jordan Source: Jordan Atomic Energy Commission 5% of the World’s Total Estimated Reserves of Uranium Jordan possesses an estimate of 140,000 tons of uranium. There are numerous indicators for deposits but much is still unexplored. Only Central Jordan has been somewhat explored with estimates of nearly 70,000 metric tonnes. Jordan is currently working forward to build its first nuclear plant by 2015. Energy Sector – Nuclear Cooperation Engaged the following countries and explored with them opportunities of nuclear cooperation for peaceful purposes: USA Canada France Russia China UK South Korea Romania Spain Argentina Japan Signed NCA with France, China, South Korea and Canada Expected to sign NCAs with Russia and UK in Q2-2009 Ongoing negotiations with USA , Japan, Argentina and Romania Energy Sector - Opportunities Oil: Oil Exploration. Crude Oil Transportation Infrastructure. Oil Refining. Distribution of Refined Products. Gas: Gas Exploration. Development of Risha Gas Field and infrastructure. Development of Gas Distribution Networks. Electricity: Electricity Generation Plants. Electricity Distribution. JIB Investment Map Pre- feasibility studies available: Concentrated Solar Power Generation Project District Energy Company Turnkey Solar Equipment Packager Quality Solar Water Heating Systems Thermochemical Energy Storage Wind Powered Electricity Facility Wadi Araba Infrastructure Projects Jordan’s expected overall infrastructure spending averages around $750 million to $1.1 billion a year through 2015. At least $100-200 million is we forecasted to come from private investors. Infrastructure Projects in: Waste Water and Sanitation Energy Transport Municipal Services Education and Health Tourism Water Recycling and management Jordan Investment Map – Chemical Sector Chemicals Project Name Polysilicon Production Plant Silicon Metal Production Project Plate Glass Factory Packaged Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plants Disinfectant Production Automated Solar cell production project Value JOD 225M JOD 86M JOD 80M JOD 1015M JOD11M JOD 10M Description Design, installation and operation of a silicon manufacturing plant (up to 3,000 tons per year capacity) – to supply silicon for manufacture of PV panels and silicon chips. Silicon fume is a by product that is used in ready mix concrete. There are different proprietary production technologies that could be used in the production process. A silicon metal production plant situated at Ras Al-Naqab, 65km from Aqaba Port in the southern part of Jordan, which has one of the world’s best-known sources for high quality silica sand deposits, with a modern silica production plant with annual capacity of 530,000 metric tons, close proximity to the main natural gas transit pipeline, and access to a prime source of water supply. Development and implementation of 700 tons per day factory. Based on experience elsewhere, the factory would cost approximately JOD 80 million and enable production of high quality float glass for export to the Middle East and elsewhere. A joint venture or direct investment in turnkey water technology plant fabrication and assembly unit specifically targeting Jordanian industrial waste water conditions with a focus on providing membrane based water treatment Chemical Disinfectant related business involving the potential production and mixing of chemicals, wholesale marketing and representation of a large global branded disinfectant producer. The level of investment may vary significantly depending on the outcome of the pre-feasibility study. Attracting a major solar panel manufacturer to set up an advanced automated assembly and production unit in Jordan in the range of one 25-50MWp production line. Such a facility will offer a comprehensive range of PV modules for grid connected as well off-grid applications and allow for custom modules Jordan Investment Map – ICT Sector Information Technology Project Name Value Jordan Digital Oasis JOD 500M Yellow Pages Investment Project JOD100M ICT Technical Solutions Provider Fixed Wireless WiMAX Provider Virtual Reality Shows for Heritage Sites Software R&D and Product Test House Description Commercial Development (BTO) Authority with the ability to manage a large business development park for the ICT industry. The site may also provide incubation units for start-up companies. This could be subject to an agreement with the MoICT. The initial investment, as part of a multi-phase approach, will be procurement of land, building construction, and supporting infrastructure. Working capital will be needed to market and develop operations. Sale of the yellow pages directory together with non-compete clause to a specialist operator for development of internet based services from the traditional yellow and white pages telephone directories, including telephone number inquiries service. JOD 10M Hardware solutions and technical services provider. Similar international scale as Cisco with a full range of hardware options, training and technical support services to back up their hardware equipment. JOD 12M Set up a service provider business dedicated to certain region and (similar to MenaTelecom project for Bahrain). Business model is a service integrator organization providing turnkey WiMax package to Operators in Jordan. JOD10M Development and installation of a state of the art virtual reality facility adjacent to the ancient Roman ruins of Jerash, to take advantage of the enormous scale and variety of activities that were undertaken on this site. The facility will be geared to service the tourist market and would be similar to the VR facility developed for the Agora in Athens. JOD 2-10M The business will undertake contract software development and testing and will require suitable infrastructure, equipment and accommodation to house a number of analysts and programmers. The target market for the finished product will be the MENA region for existing English language software converted for Arabic Use. Jordan Investment Map – Energy Sector Energy Project Name Value Wind powered Electricity JOD 1754M Generation Wadi Araba Environment Waste Management company JOD35M CSP Power Generation JOD 30M Gas Station Franchise JOD 20M Packaged Industrial Waste Water Treatment Plants JOD1015M Thermo-Chemical Energy JOD 10M Storage Company Description The development and operation of a wind farm [25 - 30 MW] at [Site Wadi Araba] that generates and supplies electricity to the national grid. The Project would readily fit into the existing electricity supply chain as an Independent Power Producer (IPP) or Public Private Partnership (PPP). The Wadi Araba site could be implemented with [30] MW at estimated capital cost of [US$800 to US$1,000] / kW (Total Cost JD 17+ million) and eventually expand to 100 MW. Environmental Waste Management Company, with the technical knowledge and potential to develop into a regional company, managing Jordan’s waste management and environmental needs. The investment will be in; office and vehicle premises, capital equipment, building of recycling facilities, compression techniques, laboratory facilities for testing, transport and handling equipment, personnel and training. This is a design and build venture that is sited on desert land that has little alternative use. The facility produces DC electricity that can either be used in DC electric processes (eg electrolysis) or transformed to AC for grid supply. A business capable of maintaining and improving the existing gas station asset base and further develop the retail outlet opportunities to their maximum potential. Introducing a more competitive alternative to the existing market by procuring products and services from the most competitive source. The total downstream investment is anticipated at $100M. A joint venture or direct investment in turnkey water technology plant fabrication and assembly unit specifically targeting Jordanian industrial waste water conditions with a focus on providing membrane based water treatment Thermochemical Energy Storage Company to identify and produce cost effective energy storage projects and products, initially within Jordan, and in the longer term to exploit know how and expertise for exports to other MENA countries. ZAE Bayer (Germany) is not necessarily a competitor but one of a number of potential collaborators. They have known how and experience to look at a suitable joint venture or knowledge transfer partnership. Jordan Investment Map – Construction Sector Construction Project Name Modular Building Material producer and supplier DIY and Trade Warehouse Steel Structure Supplier Value JOD 50M JOD35M JOD 15M Description A composite panel manufacturing facility and provider of structural building materials to facilitate prefabrication of commercial, retails and industrial buildings. The business will also provide resources and expertise to support use of building panels by the construction sector. This facility will require capital investment in automated equipment, storage and distribution facilities estimated to be in the region of JoD50M to JoD75M depending on capacity. The opportunity exists for a DIY Warehouse company, with the ability to design, build and operate a large warehouse facility and control and manage the logistical needs of the supply chain. The initial investment will be in warehouse stores, infrastructure, recruitment, training and working capital. A steel fabrication and installation business, capable of design and fabricating steel poles and barriers. The poles will need to have a number of lighting accessories which could be proprietary or imported items but the installation capability will need to be bespoke. The investment will be in industrial premises for a design office, material storage facilities, fabrication shop requiring presses and welding equipment, transport and handling equipment. Recruitment will be needed for design, installation and welding personnel. The Jordan Investment Map – Construction Sector Construction Project Name Value Insulated Building Panel Manufacture JOD 7.5M High Density Insulation JOD 7.5M Concrete Steel Reinforcement and Accessories JOD 3M Description Composite low cost panel manufacturing facility to the industrial sector. The business will provide the basic resources and expertise to support the construction sector. This will be a relatively low capital investment in automated proprietary equipment, with limited storage and distribution facilities. Initial investment is likely to be in the region of JoD5M to JoD7.5M depending on the range of products selected, and housing of the equipment A continuous thermal manufacturing facility, conveying systems, ingredient mixing, heating and curing process Development and operation of a concrete steel mesh fabrication plant and supplier of pre-fabricated reinforcing material to the construction industry. The business will require some investment in terms of bending and spot welding equipment and knowledge of the construction industry in Jordan. Welding equipment costs some JoD75k from Europe. The business could be replicated in other regions. The Jordan Investment Map – Tourism Sector Tourism Project Name Amman Leisure Company Value JOD 100M Mountain Forest Resort JOD 100M Complex in North Jordan Safari Park Desert Highway Motel and Mixed Retail Southern Region JOD 2575M JOD 25M Description National or International Theme Park Business, with a wealth of experience and the ability to design, construct and manage a large theme park. The business will already have sponsorship partners to assist in funding the project. The park will have accommodation and hotel themes to suit families at an economic price. The level of investment could be endless but mostly associated with capital equipment and real estate The planned development of a mountain-style resort comprised of individual units, motel units and condominium-style multi-units. (Target 300 rentable rooms, villas and apartments). The resort would need to leverage Jordan’s forests, cooler summer climate and natural surroundings in a managed community setting. The investment would have a heavy real estate component however; the product is more a quality of life and quality of experience. Features common in many managed communities (like those in Saudi Arabia and UAE) would need to be present at an appropriate price point. Entertainment options for families and children should also be present and should be included in all of the marketing and promotion materials. Safari park, with a 200 hectare estate, operated on the same basis as a zoo, selection of species suited to the habitat with suitable containment, zoological facilities, qualified and trained staff, and a mixture of retail and entertainment facilities. The investment is likely to be in distinct phases. If the concept is fully developed the investment is likely to significant. Building and operation of a 3 star accommodation, rest area, mixed retail and automotive servicing area along the desert highway between Aqaba and Ma’an. Initially with 100 rooms and the capacity to expand, this tourism investment needs to cater to the needs primarily focus on catering to the needs MENA / GCC residents and their families. What would be critical is the combination of well-planned retailing (along the lines of outlet malls in the US) and suitably-priced accommodations that would be appropriate for transit travelers throughout the year. During the off-season, the retailing operations would need to act as a draw to maintain occupancy rates. The Jordan Investment Map – Tourism Sector Tourism Project Name Value Jerash Historic Site, Museum & Lodge JOD 20M Ajloun Castle JOD 20M Description This is the identification and implementation of the most creative and rewarding plan for upgrading and maintaining Jerash as a key heritage site (potential PPP). Step 1: is to conduct an international competition to develop a theme and long term vision for Jerash; Step 2: is to structure a commercial framework for site improvement / commercialization in return for the rights for management in a way that aligns the interests of the stake-holders: a high quality experience for customers, site development and protection for posterity, and returns for the operator with spin-off benefits for the local community and the Government. The competition to be for ideas to improve the tourist experience with guaranteed levels of investment and site protection in return for rights to comprehensively manage the site for 30 years. Operation of all commercial visitor services on the site, including the building and operation of lodge-styled accommodations (off-site) and leases for several small restaurants / cafes and an events venue (within the castle grounds near the promontory itself). The services include a basic array of interpretation services, interpretative displays, retailing of Jordan-produced merchandise, entertainment and the staging of regular thematic events for local, regional and international tourists. Revenue enhancing services including the renting of appropriate portions of the castle for special events can be incorporated into the business plan. The Ajloun Castle should be operated as a showpiece and focal point for several types of thematic tours – crusader, religious, and cultural-heritage. The area should also serve as an alternative summering location point for GCC residents. Jordan Investment Map – Education Sector Education Project Name Value Medical School and Educational Hospital JOD 7090M International Prestigious Business School JOD 25M Teacher Training College JOD 25M Children's Educational Materials Supplier JOD 11M Description An accredited and internationally affiliated medical school associated with an educational hospital and offering Medical Bachelor and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) as well as Higher speciality and M.D degrees. The school and hospital would be located within a complex with a capacity of around 1,000 students in all programs. The school is estimated to employ around 200 academic staff. The educational hospital is estimated to have a 150 rooms with clinical staff estimated to include approximately 170 active medical and dental staff, as well as 140 residents and fellows, 200 nursing and patient personnel as well as 900 other full and part-time employees. Development of a prestigious Business School affiliated with an international school such as Harvard Business School (HBS). The school will provide the setting and quality of education sought by professionals, executives, and CEOs planning to move forward with their education and acquire the understanding and tools needed to improve their business skills. The investment will be in suitable premises, infrastructure, and acquisition of teaching staff National Teaching Colleague accredited to an approved authority. The colleague would provide the students with class room experience and methods of teaching and management for a professional future. The colleague would need suitable premises and by well equipped to cover the necessary subjects and national curriculum A developer / publisher of children’s educational material focused on requirements of children aged 4 years to 10 years. The business will develop, produce and sell educational books, teachers’ resources, study programs, course designs etc in various media: books, inter-active DVDs, CDs and the internet. The products will be aimed at the regional market for products that meet Arab students’ needs, including modules for study of other languages. Production will be outsourced to Jordan’s existing publishing and printing industry. The investment requirement is for recruiting accomplished educators to prepare content, and business managers for marketing, acquiring premises, implementation of business systems, and in establishing sales and distribution channels. The Jordan Investment Map – Health Sector Health Project Name Value Surgical Transplant Center JOD 50M Orthopedic Specialty Hospital JOD 4550M Cardiac Surgical Hospital JOD 40M Description An accredited, progressive and multidisciplinary surgical transplant center which provides both medical and surgical care to its patients. The center will provide a comprehensive program for patients in need of complex surgical transplant surgeries which may include cornea transplants, bone marrow, kidney, liver, heart, and lung transplants…etc. The center will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities in the operating rooms and transplant intensive care units. The centre will also contain a consultation unit with examination and consultation suites, minor procedure rooms, an outpatient pharmacy, faculty physician offices, and multi-level parking areas. The development and operation of an orthopedic hospital providing routine and specialist orthopedic, rheumatologic and rehabilitation care services. Trained professionals and specialists will use the latest procedures including pre-surgery consultation and customized treatments. The services may include computer assisted surgery and microsurgery for hip & knee replacement, hand and upper extremity, shoulder & elbow, spine, foot & ankle surgeries; sports medicine, trauma & fracture, pediatrics, limb reconstruction, physical medicine and general orthopedics. The establishment would spread over (80,000 – 100,000) square meters of land, and 2-3 story buildings in addition to residential accommodation for staff and parking for 300 cars. This is the development and construction of a private cardiac surgery hospital at an estimated cost of $40M. The facility would be dedicated to care for cardiac patients and their families and be part of a network of dedicated surgical facilities or stand on its own right. All surgical facilities are currently embedded in traditional hospitals, so the current supply chain already exists together with the skills to support a niche medical sector wishing to move in this direction. There are good relationships between Jordan’s Healthcare sector and other International Medical Centers. Jordan remains the leader in Cardiological Screening and treatment in the region. The Jordan Investment Map – Health Sector Medical Project Name Value Rehabilitation Center JOD 35M Children's Hospital JOD 25M Biotechnology Components for Clinical Diagnostic Kits JOD 20M Description Development of a rehabilitation center which provides treatment of alcohol, and other drug, addictions to those in need of rehabilitation. The center will have a non-institutional, home-like atmosphere combined with individualized treatment to make the patients' experience exceptional. Each of the facilities shall provide gender and age specific programs to assist patients in the management of specific life problems. The center shall provide its patients with unique offerings specific to their individual cases. The establishment of a world class children's hospital with good value medical expertise. The hospital will hire physicians and nurses providing everything from routine well-baby exams to pediatric specialists in all medical disciplines. The hospital will be readily equipped to accommodate the children and their caretakers. The hospital is estimated to have 100 rooms with clinical staff estimated to include approximately 150 active medical and dental staff, 120 residents and fellows, 200 nursing and patient personnel and 900 other full and part-time employees. The concept is similar to that of the Children's Hospital in Boston (http://www.childrenshospital.org/ ). The current business is the supply of patented test kits that are protected by more than 20 patents at various stages of approval. The new business is the backward integration by the diagnostic test kit manufacturers into production of antibodies and antigens using biotechnology. The antibodies and antigens are raw materials that represent the largest single cost in the production of diagnostic test kits. These raw materials are currently all imported and their production in Jordan will involve investment in new production line facilities. The ability to produce these materials will reduce manufacturing costs by approximately one half and strengthen the companies’ ability to export their test kits. Jordan Investment Map – Pharmaceuticals Sector Pharmaceuticals Project Name Value Insulin Non Injectables JOD 1220M Intravenous Fluid producer JOD 15M Freeze Dry Biological Drug producer JOD 10M Intravenous and Urine bag producer JOD 5-8M Contract Research Organization JOD 5M Description Pharmaceutical company with the expertise and ability to manage a production facility for the filling and finishing of non injectable drugs for the medical sector. Investment will be needed in premises, infrastructure, clean room environment and process equipment. Potential diversification opportunity for a Jordanian Pharmaceutical Company or a new entrant into Jordan. The technology is well understood, uses local water sources, and blow/fill/seal (BSF) aseptic packaging. The business will seek to obtain technology transfer and knowledge from an existing producer. A typical company to approach would be SBT Technology. Inc. part of World Development Group. The facility will ideally be designed having capacity to produce IV solutions for a wide variety of therapies, anti-biotic, anti-inflammatory and others. Investment in freeze drying facilities will require JD10 – 15M based upon a Y2005 facility in Germany for a Follicle Stimulated Hormone (FSH) product. Ideally this business will be a joint Jordanian venture company wishing to acquire freeze dry technology and extend from pharma into the biotechnology field. The freeze drying technology itself is commercially available and therefore the key is identifying a suitable drug application and market. This facility could also be used for contract product development. A possible joint venture between an existing medical equipment provider and a plastics producer. The producer will need the capability and necessary understanding and management commitment to move into the medical sector and produce a quality product for a clinical environment. The investment is likely to be based on creating clean manufacturing conditions and production equipment. Large volume plastic bag production machines can cost up to US$2.5M Although this opportunity is open to new entrants into Jordan, the business would ideally be formulated by developing and adding value to an existing research facility in order to save costs. The necessary investment would be in infrastructure, ICT, training and working capital. Approximately JD5M over a five year period. A collaborative agreement or JV maybe more attractive in providing access to the broader geographical markets. Jordan Investment Map – Agriculture Sector Agriculture Project Name Value Tractor Assembly Plant JOD 20M Range and Land sheep J0D 5M Post Harvest Activities Seawater Greenhouse JOD 8M JOD 2M Description Tractor assembly facility designed to produce (within 5 years) 3,000 tractors per annum, will include a test and demonstration site - roughly 50 acres, initial building requirements 120,000 sq ft for assembly and painting of the vehicles, plus ‘cranage’ of up to 5 tons capacity. Office space and infrastructure requirements plus recruitment, training of personnel, and working capital. This is the establishment of a 2,000 (minimum) breeding ewes sheep farm on range land. The farm would be structured along the lines of best performing sheep farms elsewhere – such as in the UK, Australia or New Zealand. The entire project will be developed in close consultation with affected stakeholders in the area, as their current activities will be affected and their support by ensuring equitable settlements and results will be critical. Fruit packing and marketing business that is fully integrated with on farm (orchard) activities of participating farmers. The business will manage and own the necessary post harvest facilities needed to process, store, package and market produce internationally. A market garden business based on horticultural crops grown in seawater greenhouses. The technology and ‘know how’ used to operate the irrigation systems will need to be acquired from the licensor. A full feasibility study will cost JoD140K for a 1,000m2 greenhouse. The second phase is likely to be in access of 400 hectors (1 hector = 10,000m2) and involve investment of JD 2m The Jordan Investment Map – Food & Beverage Sector Food and Beverages Project Name Value Description Sugar Refinery JOD 40100M Sun Dried Tomato Processing Company JD8-12M Sugar refinery, using centrifuge separation techniques, with solutions of phosphoric acid and calcium hydroxide, together with boiling and distillation equipment. A capital intensive business, the investment will be subject to plant size, minimum JD40M Sun dried tomato producing and bottling factory, capital intensive, requiring marketing and sales capability. Supply chain will be required for the raw materials and support services. Slaughter and Meat Processor JOD 2050M An animal slaughter house and food processing facility that would be combine automated and manual processes. The business would be a capital intensive operation located close to the supply of animals and having access to the national road network for distribution Frozen and chilled ready meals JOD 1520M Cool store Facility JD10M Warehouse Freezing Facility JOD 10M The establishment of a ready meal food processing company which will produce, package and freeze Arabic food for reheating. Selection will cover various popular traditional meals from the MENA region and will be presented in convenient microwave safe packaging. Recipes will include local produce and traditional spices, with all the goodness and taste of homemade cooking. All meals will meet FDA international standards. Arabic cuisine ‘ready meals’ will be targeted to the international and domestic market. Investment will be needed for premises, infrastructure, processing equipment, freezing and packaging facilities. Construction and operation of a chilled warehouse, storage, and distribution facility, with refrigeration plant, storage, handling, and ERP capability. In addition, the warehouse will own and operate a small fleet of haulage trailers with refrigerated equipment. Maintenance could be handled in house and/or outsourced, depending on scale. A joint venture or entrepreneur with a freezing factory and a distribution point for frozen vegetables, meat and potential to progress into production of ready meals. Subject to skilled development this could develop into a large frozen retail opportunity. Jordan Investment Map – Textiles & Apparels Sector Textile /Apparel Project Name Value Healthcare Clothing Manufacturer JOD 15 Geotextiles Material Manufacturer JD15M Textile Recycling and processing JOD 5-1015M Garment and Apparel Market JOD 1M Description Setting up a reliable and innovative manufacturer of protective clothing for the Healthcare sector in Al Hassan Industrial City. The facility will produce a range of clothing and accessories aimed at the Nursing/Care sector, including doctors, opticians, veterinarians, laboratory technicians and other similar occupations. All garments are to be manufactured using high quality fabrics such as Nonwoven materials, Plastics, Paper, Polyester, Rubber...etc and are to be availed for customers in a wide range of colours. Special anti-bacterial fabric and technical fabrics are to be utilized in the manufacturing process as well. Specialising in disposables such as Head Wears, Face Wears, Body Wears, Hand Wears, Foot Wears, Beddings, and Accessories. Geotextiles manufacturer, with the know how to set up a manufacturing facility in Jordan. This will be a capital intensive investment, requiring the support of the engineering sector supply chain. A collection, transport, sorting, and processing facility. Requires investment in property infrastructure, computer aided sorting and processing equipment, haulage, transport and personnel costs Apparel retail organisation with the ability to organise and development a combined indoor and outdoor market. The investment will be in the property development and facilities management. Thank you for taking the time to view the presentation. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any further information or any clarification. Jordan Investment Board P. O. Box: 893 Amman-11821-Jordan Tel: 962 6 5608400 Fax: 962 6 5608427 www.jordaninvestment.com [email protected]