Enhancing Safety, Efficiency, and Environmental Sustainability in Container Handling at Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT), Jordan: Insights and Strategic Directions

Abstract

Abstract

This study investigates the operations of the Aqaba Container Terminal (ACT), a vital maritime hub in Jordan. The article explores the intricate relationship between the safety of cargo handling, the efficiency of ports, and the sustainability of the environment.

  The study utilizes a mixed-method approach, integrating primary data obtained from detailed surveys and interviews with ACT stakeholders, such as port officials and workers, along with secondary data sourced from academic literature, official records, and substantial industry reports. The results emphasize the substantial influence of giving priority to safety in cargo handling on both the effectiveness of operations and the responsible management of the environment. The examination focuses on crucial aspects such as the safety of infrastructure, the integration of technology, comprehensive training, and adherence to regulations. The report demonstrates how ACT has played a commendable role in improving operational efficiency and promoting environmental sustainability in the Red Sea region. The statement emphasizes how ACT's dedication to a culture that prioritizes safety not only guarantees effective handling of cargo but also safeguards the environment, placing ACT as a potential exemplar for international maritime trading centres.