Jordan, 22 March 2023: Under its data centre arm, UAE-based business conglomerate, Edgnex has signed a long-term agreement with the King Hussein Business Park to develop a new facility in Amman, Jordan.

This announcement is part of the Edgnex’s strategy to expand its footprint in the MENA region. Comprehensive investment detail will be announced shortly.

“Jordan holds a unique position with accessibility spreading across the Middle East and Africa, with clear aspirations for foreign investment and digital growth. The country also has a young population and a lot to offer in terms of technological innovation. We are excited to be investing in Jordan, and we look forward to supporting the growth of its digital economy,” said Hussain Sajwani, Founder and Chairman of Edgnex Data Centres by DAMAC.

Mansour Al-Jobour, Chairman of King Hussein Business Park, said: “We are delighted to welcome Edgnex to the King Hussein Business Park to develop a new data centre. Edgnex has a track record of success in the region and worldwide and this investment will offer a range of services to support businesses and government organisations in our country. It will also create job opportunities in the technology sector, which will contribute to the development of the country’s economy.”

King Hussein Business Park was founded in 2010 in Amman and is home to regional offices of global brands such as Microsoft, Oracle, IATA, SITA, Samsung, Cisco amongst others.