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Launch of Irbid-Amman and Jerash-Amman Bus Lines Marks Significant Milestone in Jordan's Public Transport Project

Strategic Insights

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The Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with the Land Transport Regulatory Commission (LTRC) and the Greater Amman Municipality, has made significant strides in its ambitious initiative to modernize Jordan's public transportation sector. The launch of the Irbid-Amman and Jerash-Amman bus lines marks a major milestone in the first phase of the inter-governorate public transport project, which aims to connect Amman with key regional centers. Minister of Transport Wissam Tahtamouni, during an inspection visit, emphasized the importance of upholding high standards of efficiency, reliability, and transparency in public transport operations.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Irbid-Amman bus service has been launched along two main routes: one from the Northern Complex via Jordan Street, and another from Irbid-Sweileh to the University of Jordan.
  • All buses are equipped with GPS tracking systems and automated fare collection systems to ensure compliance with fixed schedules and service standards.
  • The Ministry of Transport, LTRC, and the Greater Amman Municipality are jointly implementing the intercity bus initiative, which seeks to create a modern, efficient, and monitored public transport network connecting Amman with Irbid, Jerash, Salt, and Karak.
  • The project forms part of a broader five-year national plan to transform Jordan's public transport sector, offering safe, integrated, and reliable mobility solutions across governorates to meet citizens' growing transportation needs.
  • Director General of the LTRC Riyad Kharabsheh, Chairman of the Board of the Integrated Multi-Transport Company Salah Louzi, and the company's General Manager Mu'ayyad Abu Fardeh were present during the inspection visit to discuss operational mechanisms and the use of supervisory systems.

Statistics:

  • 2 - The number of main routes for the Irbid-Amman bus service.
  • 2 - The number of buses equipped with GPS tracking systems and automated fare collection systems.
  • July-August - The expected full-scale operation period for the Irbid line and Jerash-Amman route.
  • 5 years - The duration of the national plan to transform Jordan's public transport sector.

Sources:

  • Jordan News Agency, 22 Jun 2025

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