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Zawya
08-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jordan: CARC introduces amendments for drone use, operation
AMMAN — In a move to modernise airspace regulations and foster technological advancement, the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) has introduced amended guidelines for the use and operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, effective in 2025. These new rules, based on the Civil Aviation Law of 2007, aim to streamline the licensing, manufacturing and operation of drones, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Amendments aim to create a "robust" legal and security framework that both protects national security and unlocks the economic potential of drone technology. The amended regulations will allow drones to be used in various sectors, including tourism marketing, agricultural monitoring, delivery services and logistics. Licenses will also be available for drone manufacturing, sales, and maintenance, opening up "significant" investment opportunities for local and international businesses. Experts see this as a "key" step in the Kingdom's push towards a digital economy, with the ICT sector playing a "crucial" role in job creation and economic growth. This initiative reflects HRH Crown Prince Hussein's vision for a digitally transformed Jordan, enhances public services and aligns with the Economic Modernisation Vision's targets to increase the revenues of the ICT sector to JD3.9 billion, create 101,000 new IT jobs, and raise the volume of exports to JD4.5 billion by 2033. CARC highlighted that these regulations will boost the national economy by creating jobs in manufacturing, maintenance, training, and logistics, and will also foster a dynamic digital and startup environment in the Kingdom. The integration of drones into agriculture and industry is expected to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs, particularly in large infrastructure projects and surveying and monitoring. These regulatory amendments are expected to transform Jordan's drone sector, creating an attractive investment climate and establishing secure and flexible operational standards for businesses and individuals, ultimately contributing to the Kingdom's economic and digital development goals. © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Jordan Times
07-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
CARC introduces amendments for drone use, operation
These new rules, based on the Civil Aviation Law of 2007, aim to streamline the licensing, manufacturing and operation of drones (Petra photo) AMMAN — In a move to modernise airspace regulations and foster technological advancement, the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) has introduced amended guidelines for the use and operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, effective in 2025. These new rules, based on the Civil Aviation Law of 2007, aim to streamline the licensing, manufacturing and operation of drones, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. Amendments aim to create a "robust" legal and security framework that both protects national security and unlocks the economic potential of drone technology. The amended regulations will allow drones to be used in various sectors, including tourism marketing, agricultural monitoring, delivery services and logistics. Licenses will also be available for drone manufacturing, sales, and maintenance, opening up "significant" investment opportunities for local and international businesses. Experts see this as a "key" step in the Kingdom's push towards a digital economy, with the ICT sector playing a "crucial" role in job creation and economic growth. This initiative reflects HRH Crown Prince Hussein's vision for a digitally transformed Jordan, enhances public services and aligns with the Economic Modernisation Vision's targets to increase the revenues of the ICT sector to JD3.9 billion, create 101,000 new IT jobs, and raise the volume of exports to JD4.5 billion by 2033. CARC highlighted that these regulations will boost the national economy by creating jobs in manufacturing, maintenance, training, and logistics, and will also foster a dynamic digital and startup environment in the Kingdom. The integration of drones into agriculture and industry is expected to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs, particularly in large infrastructure projects and surveying and monitoring. These regulatory amendments are expected to transform Jordan's drone sector, creating an attractive investment climate and establishing secure and flexible operational standards for businesses and individuals, ultimately contributing to the Kingdom's economic and digital development goals.
Roya News
07-04-2025
- Business
- Roya News
Aviation authority modifies drone usage regulations
The Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) announced a sweeping update to its drone regulations, set to take effect in 2025, as part of a broader national push to modernize airspace governance and embrace emerging technologies. The revised framework, grounded in the Civil Aviation Law of 2007, introduces new protocols for licensing, manufacturing, and operating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The changes aim to strike a balance between national security and the growing economic opportunities presented by drone technology. The regulations open the door for expanded drone applications across a wide range of industries, including tourism promotion, agricultural surveillance, logistics, and delivery services. CARC will also begin issuing licenses for drone-related commercial activities such as production, sales, and maintenance—laying the groundwork for increased domestic and foreign investment. Experts view this development as a significant stride toward building a digitally driven economy in Jordan. With the information and communication technology (ICT) sector identified as a critical engine for job creation and economic resilience, the drone industry is expected to become a key contributor. "This initiative advances the Crown Prince's vision for a digitally transformed Jordan, enhancing public services and aligning with the Economic Modernization Vision's targets: JD3.9 billion in IT and communications revenue, 101,000 new IT jobs, and JD4.5 billion in exports by 2033," the CARC noted in a statement. The commission also emphasized the broader economic benefits of the policy overhaul, highlighting job creation in areas such as logistics, maintenance, training, and drone manufacturing. It further noted that drone integration into industrial and agricultural sectors is expected to boost operational efficiency and reduce costs—especially in infrastructure development and aerial surveying. Industry analysts anticipate that the updated regulations will position Jordan as a regional hub for drone innovation, providing a secure and investor-friendly environment while supporting the Kingdom's long-term goals for digital and economic transformation.
Ammon
07-04-2025
- Business
- Ammon
Jordan's aviation authority updates drone rules to boost tech innovation and economic growth
Ammon News - In an effort to modernise its airspace framework and accelerate technological progress, Jordan's Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) has announced updated regulations for the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones. The new rules, effective from 2025, are designed to support both innovation and economic development across various sectors. Building on the Civil Aviation Law of 2007, the revised guidelines aim to streamline licensing, manufacturing, and operational processes for drones, establishing a clear legal and security structure that safeguards national interests while enabling economic opportunities. The updated framework permits drone usage in diverse fields such as tourism promotion, agricultural surveillance, logistics, and delivery services. It also introduces licensing pathways for drone production, sales, and maintenance — creating new investment prospects for both domestic and international stakeholders. Industry experts view this development as a significant stride toward realising Jordan's ambition of a digitally advanced economy. The ICT sector is expected to be a central driver of employment and economic expansion. This initiative aligns with the Crown Prince's vision for digital transformation and the broader goals of the Economic Modernisation Vision, which aims to generate JD3.9 billion in ICT revenue, create 101,000 new tech jobs, and reach JD4.5 billion in exports by 2033. CARC emphasised that the new regulations will stimulate job creation in manufacturing, logistics, maintenance, and training, while nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem. Integrating drones into sectors such as agriculture and infrastructure is also anticipated to improve operational efficiency and cut costs, especially in large-scale monitoring and surveying projects. Overall, the new policy is expected to reshape Jordan's drone industry, attract investment, and offer safe and flexible operating standards — ultimately contributing to the Kingdom's economic resilience and digital evolution.
Jordan Times
22-03-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
Crown Prince's efforts drive Jordan's IT sector development — JCC
Representative of the Jordan Chamber of Commerce praises HRH Crown Prince efforts and continuous follow-up and support for the ICT sector, which will contribute in the national economy (Petra photo) AMMAN — Representative of the ICT sector at the Jordan Chamber of Commerce (JCC) Haitham Rawajbeh, praised His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah efforts and his continuous follow-up and support for the Kingdom's information technology (IT) sector, as a "key" pillar of the Economic Modernization Vision (EMV). In a statement on Saturday, he said the Crown Prince's interest in the sector provides a "strong" incentive for businesses and confidence to continue achieving "rapid" growth locally and exporting their services to foreign markets, which would contribute to attracting "new" investments and companies to operate in the Kingdom and creating job opportunities. Rawajbeh noted His Highness's remarks on the National Data Programme, affiliated with the National Council for Future Technology, constitute an "important" call to improve data use across various government institutions and develop the institutional culture necessary to manage this data "effectively." Rawajbeh also stated unified databases would enhance "accuracy" of available information and facilitate government procedures, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. This effort would contribute to improving the e-services provided to citizens and facilitating their access to digital government services by improving data quality and organization to contribute to accelerating procedures and saving time and effort, he pointed out. On its goals, Rawajbeh added that this strategy would help create an "integrated" digital environment that enables government sectors to provide "high-quality" services and meet citizens' needs "more efficiently." Noting the importance of developing the digital infrastructure that supports this transformation, he underlined the "vital" role played by the ICT sector in providing "appropriate" technical solutions and developing systems that drive this process. Jordan, he noted, is placing "remarkable" emphasis on the annual growth of the ICT sector, which would provide more job opportunities for youth, support the national economy through the transition to a digital economy, and improve services provided to citizens, which is a top goal of the EMV. Rawajbeh stated the EMV has set "ambitious" goals for the ICT sector, including steps to increase its revenues to JD3.9 billion by 2033, raising employment to 101,000, and surging exports to JD4.5 billion. Rawajbeh said Jordan's 1,000 IT companies across the Kingdom now export many of their software services to numerous Arab and foreign countries, in addition to their specialized competencies and expertise. The sector has "rich and promising" opportunities, given Jordan's infrastructure, resources, "trained and qualified" human resources, and technical expertise that have contributed to the development of the technology system in many Arab countries, according to Rawajbeh. In this context, he said the National Council for Future Technology reflects the "ambitious" royal vision to transform Jordan into a "leading" country in technology and digitization, which would contribute to building a "thriving" digital society and economy and enhance innovation, especially in light of global competitiveness in modern technology fields.
