Power infrastructure and electrical grid in Jordan (NEPCO, JEPCO) — IEC 60076 / EMRC Specifications — distribution transformers, switchgear and package substations supplied by Emirates Transformer & Switchgear

    IEC 60076 Market

    Power Infrastructure
    in Jordan.

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    Jordan's grid is managed by NEPCO with three regional distribution licensees. ETS supplies distribution and renewable-step-up transformers for utility procurement and the country's expanding solar PV pipeline including Aqaba's port-zone industrial loads.

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    Utilities
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    Market context

    Grid topology, regulation & demand drivers.

    Jordan's electricity sector is regulated by the Energy & Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC), with the National Electric Power Company (NEPCO) operating transmission and three regional licensees — JEPCO (centre), IDECO (north) and EDCO (south) — handling distribution. Voltage levels run 11/33 kV at MV and 132/400 kV at transmission, with an active 400 kV interconnection programme linking Jordan with Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and the EuroAsia Interconnector. NEPCO specifications follow IEC 60076 with 50°C ambient design and seismic class S2 for the Dead Sea fault zone. Renewable energy now exceeds 27% of generation (Mafraq, Tafila wind, Quweira solar), driving heavy demand for solar-PV step-up transformers, GSU units and grid-tie reactors with high overload capability for variable wind output. The Aqaba Special Economic Zone hosts the country's only port plus phosphate and potash export terminals, with industrial growth around the King Hussein Industrial City. ETS supplies NEPCO-approved distribution and renewable-step-up transformers from Jebel Ali with delivery to Amman via Aqaba port (12–14 days) or overland through Saudi Arabia (5–7 days expedited).

    Cities & metropolitan areas

    Where we deliver in Jordan.

    Regional standards

    IEC 60076EMRC Specifications

    Utility partners

    NEPCOJEPCOIDECOEDCO

    Product catalogue

    Recommended products for Jordan.

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions — Jordan

    For projects in Jordan, ETS quotes 8–14 weeks for distribution transformers (11–33 kV, up to 5 MVA), 16–22 weeks for power transformers (33–132 kV, up to 60 MVA) and 26–34 weeks for EHV units above 132 kV. All bands include witnessed Factory Acceptance Testing at our Jebel Ali high-voltage lab and ex-works delivery. Across the 2 cities we serve in Jordan, express slots are available for repeat utility customers — confirm at quote stage.

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    Get a regionally compliant quote with witnessed FAT, full traceability and on-site commissioning.