Ministry of Transport and Al Hussein Technical University Sign MoU to Develop Jordan’s National Transport Data Warehouse

Amman — Minister of Transport Dr. Nidal Al-Qatamin and President of Al Hussein Technical University (HTU) Prof. Ismael Al-Hinti signed on Thursday a Memorandum of Understanding for scientific and technical cooperation in the development of Jordan’s National Transport Data Warehouse, in a step aimed at advancing digital transformation in the transport sector and supporting data-driven planning and decision-making.The MoU establishes a joint framework for cooperation between the Ministry and the University to provide scientific, technical, and advisory support for the design and development of the National Transport Data Warehouse. The platform is envisioned as a central national facility that will collect and unify transport data distributed across 22 partner entities in the land, maritime, and air transport sectors, creating an integrated knowledge base to support public policy development and enhance the efficiency of Jordan’s transport system.The agreement comes as part of the Ministry of Transport’s efforts to strengthen the use of data and digital technologies in managing and developing the transport sector, in line with Jordan’s Economic Modernization Vision and national digital transformation priorities. It also supports the development of a modern data ecosystem that contributes to improved planning, needs assessment, and the design of services and programmes based on accurate scientific foundations.Under the MoU, HTU will provide its academic and research expertise in computer science, data science, data engineering, and cybersecurity. This includes offering technical and scientific support in developing data warehouse models, reviewing data models, analytical layers, and data quality methodologies, in addition to supporting the development of analytical and experimental models related to key challenges in the transport sector.The cooperation will also include the development of applied research models in areas such as forecasting, classification, clustering, and advanced statistical analysis, while ensuring adherence to high standards of data governance, protection, and responsible use. It will also support the use of advanced analytics and applied artificial intelligence tools to enhance decision-making within the transport sector.Minister Al-Qatamin said that the signing of the MoU represents an important step toward building an advanced national system for transport data, noting that the Ministry of Transport is working to strengthen the use of data as a key tool for improving performance, increasing operational efficiency, and enhancing the quality of services provided.He added that establishing the National Transport Data Warehouse will mark a qualitative shift in the ability of the Ministry and its partner entities to access accurate and integrated information that supports strategic planning, priority setting, and the development of knowledge-based policies and programmes. This, he noted, will enable better use of national capacities and resources.The Minister also emphasized that the cooperation with Al Hussein Technical University reflects the importance of partnerships between the public sector and specialized national academic institutions, and the value of leveraging scientific and technical expertise to develop innovative solutions that serve the transport sector and respond to the requirements of digital transformation.He noted that the coming phase will include continued discussions and coordination between the Ministry and the University to develop cooperation mechanisms, including the formation of a joint working team to follow up on the development phases of the National Transport Data Warehouse, identify technical and scientific priorities, and ensure that the project achieves its intended national objectives.For his part, Prof. Al-Hinti said that the partnership reflects HTU’s role in applying technical education and applied research to serve national priorities. He noted that the transport sector is one of the vital sectors where data and advanced analytics can create tangible impact in planning, efficiency, and sustainability.Prof. Al-Hinti added that HTU believes in connecting technical knowledge with real national challenges. Through this MoU, the University will employ its academic and research expertise in data science, data engineering, and cybersecurity to support the Ministry of Transport’s efforts in developing a national transport data warehouse. This, he said, will contribute to enhancing the accuracy and effectiveness of decision-making, while also providing applied learning opportunities for HTU students that strengthen their professional readiness and connect educational outcomes with labour market needs and national projects.The MoU also includes cooperation in knowledge transfer and institutional capacity building through joint workshops and technical sessions, specialized lectures, and the exchange of expertise on best practices in data warehouses, advanced analytics, applied artificial intelligence in transport, and technical data governance.This partnership underscores the importance of building a national data-driven ecosystem that brings together government expertise, academic knowledge, and practical application. It contributes to the development of Jordan’s transport sector, strengthens the readiness of national institutions for digital transformation, and prepares young talent capable of contributing to strategic projects that serve sustainable development in Jordan.