Aqaba Digital Hub
MENA’S HUB FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION BASED IN AQABA

JCIF has acquired a significant minority stake in ADH, with the investment funds allocated to bolster ADH’s flagship project. This project involves serving as the primary landing point, hosting Google’s forthcoming Blue-Raman cable, connecting Europe to Asia via the Red Sea rather than the Suez Canal. Moreover, the project encompasses the first mega-scale carrier-neutral data center in Jordan and stands as one of the MENA region’s largest.

Date of Transaction
August 17, 2023
Ownership Percentage
30.0%
Sub-sector
Telecommunications and Information Services
Aqaba Digital Hub provides a range of services, which include:
1
Data Center

The first mega-scale, carrier-neutral data center with uptime certification, offering colocation and cloud services and disaster recovery solutions.

2
Fiber Network and Wholesale Connectivity

Enabling regional connectivity and internet services for both households and businesses.

3
Internet Exchange Point (AqabaIX)

A neutral interconnection platform facilitating direct peering with cloud providers for network connectivity.

Significance of The Transaction:

This deal aligns with JCIF’s strategy to play a central role in the Jordanian economy by creating jobs, attracting new businesses, and bringing cutting-edge technologies to local communities. Furthermore, this project will help serve the growing demand for modern digital services in Jordan and the MENA region, enhancing solutions for digital transformation and developing hubs for companies and organizations of all sizes.