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Jordan News
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Jordan News
Standards Institution: E-Mobility Accreditation Project Supports Modernization and Sustainability Vision - Jordan News
Standards Institution: E-Mobility Accreditation Project Supports Modernization and Sustainability Vision The Director General of the Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO), Engineer Abeer Al-Zuheir, stated that the organization plays a pivotal role in the newly approved E-Mobility Accreditation Project, which was recently endorsed by the Cabinet. The project is implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and the Jordan Country Office of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI). اضافة اعلان In a statement issued Tuesday, Al-Zuheir emphasized that the JSMO is responsible for developing and publishing national standards in line with best regional and international practices in this vital sector. This effort is aimed at promoting sustainable transport and supporting the green economy. She confirmed that the organization is executing its tasks under the agreement by working to develop technical standards. She explained that preparing and improving Jordanian standards related to electric vehicle safety, charging systems, and other technical areas will enhance the regulatory and legislative infrastructure in the Kingdom. It will also help unify technical references nationwide, directly supporting the shift toward more sustainable modes of transportation. Al-Zuheir noted that this initiative aligns with Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision, which places a strong emphasis on institutional development in the transport and logistics sectors, particularly by improving the standards system and overall quality infrastructure. She also highlighted the JSMO's recent efforts in this area, including hosting last week's meetings of the ISO/TC 204 Technical Committee on Intelligent Transport Systems, in cooperation with Princess Sumaya University for Technology. This demonstrates international trust in Jordan's capabilities and affirms its status as a key contributor to developing regional and global standards in this dynamic field. The project includes a series of technical workshops and specialized training courses aimed at building the technical capacity of relevant government bodies. It will also feature the development of a dedicated online platform for disseminating training materials. The main objectives of the project include: Enhancing regulatory frameworks in the electric transport sector Increasing the efficiency of relevant regulatory agencies Attracting greater investment in EV infrastructure Boosting consumer confidence by providing reliable standards that comply with international safety benchmarks —(Petra)
Ammon
21-04-2025
- Business
- Ammon
JSMO issues 3 closure orders, 32 warnings and refers 53 to Public Prosecutor
Ammon News - The Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (JSMO) dealt with 47,801 customs declarations and conducted 1,368 inspections across the Kingdom during the first quarter of the year to ensure products meet technical regulations, specifications and valid legislation. According to JSMO data, the organization issued 170 destruction orders for products that were found in violation and affect public health, including detergents, wet wipes, children's toys, electrical appliances and tires. During the first three months of the year, the JSMO issued three closure orders against factories and shops and 32 warnings, referred 53 violating entities to the Public Prosecutor and reviewed 208 complaints and referred violators to the judiciary for legal action, the data showed. By the middle of this month, the organization checked and stamped 5,400 kilograms of manufactured gold and silver jewelry, both local and imported, and 7,000 kilograms of imported gold and silver bullion, according to the data. It also showed that the organization performed 26,650 laboratory tests, checked 4,675 fuel flow meters at stations and tankers, the weight of 3,150 gas cylinders, 4,220 taxi meters, 615 types of pre-filled containers, and 590 weights, scales, and weighing scales. The organization indicated that it verified 2,689 conformity assessment documents to ensure validity, and inspected 1,200 elevators to ensure safety for public use. It also granted 147 products the Jordanian quality mark and conformity certificates, such as "halal" and "organic", and launched the "commitment of trader" program, which facilitates procedures for traders who adhere to technical regulations and standard specifications and expedites transactions for 36 companies. Petra
