Amman:Jordan Investment Group (JIG) and subsidiaries of the Jordan Design and Development Bureau (JODDB) have signed several agreements and memorandums of understanding with defense and technology firms on the second day of the Special Operations Forces Exhibition and Conference (SOFEX 2026).
According to Jordan News Agency, the agreements include a partnership between JIG and MSI to establish a Center of Excellence and Support, focusing on knowledge transfer, technical cooperation, and operational support.
Further, JIG has established agreements with FUSE to collaborate on electric vehicle propulsion systems and with LPP to explore drone manufacturing, jet engines, and the conversion of the "Al-Barq" (Lightning) vehicle into an unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). Additionally, Aselsan Middle East has signed a contract with Jordan Light Vehicle Manufacturing (JLVM), a JODDB company, to supply SARP Remote Controlled Weapon Stations and driver vision systems for light tactical vehicles.
JODDB has also executed a non-disclosure agreement with Jordan Aeronautical-Systems Company (JAC) to lay the groundwork for joint aerospace initiatives. These strategic deals demonstrate the continuous efforts by JIG and JODDB to drive technology transfer, build defense industrial capacity, and expand commercial partnerships with international specialized firms.