Jordan Commercial Bank Selects Aqaba Digital Hub for Disaster Recovery Colocation

In a strategic move to ensure uninterrupted banking operations and bolster its business continuity plans, Jordan Commercial Bank has chosen Aqaba Digital Hub to host its disaster recovery data center. This step underscores the bank’s commitment to providing secure, reliable services while leveraging advanced digital infrastructure to meet evolving industry demands.
The agreement was signed by Eng. Eyad Abu Khorma, CEO of Aqaba Digital Hub Group, and Mr. Sezar Kulagan, General Manager of Jordan Commercial Bank. The collaboration grants the bank access to a facility renowned for its robust infrastructure, advanced security measures, and high availability, ensuring operational continuity under all circumstances.
Commenting on the agreement, Mr. Kulagan stated: “Hosting our disaster recovery site at Aqaba Digital Hub reflects our focus on building a resilient operational framework that safeguards our services and delivers consistent services to our customers. This step aligns with our vision to strengthen risk management in the banking sector and integrate advanced technologies into our operations, ensuring efficiency, security, and adaptability to future challenges.”
Eng. Abu Khorma emphasized the significance of this collaboration: “Aqaba Digital Hub is dedicated to supporting critical sectors by providing dependable digital solutions designed to meet their unique needs. The colocation of Jordan Commercial Bank’s disaster recovery site at our facility reinforces our role as a trusted partner in ensuring business continuity for organizations across the region.”
This development positions Jordan Commercial Bank to maintain uninterrupted service delivery, strengthen its risk management strategies, and enhance its digital transformation journey. It also solidifies Aqaba Digital Hub’s reputation as a key player in the region’s digital ecosystem, offering solutions that empower businesses to operate seamlessly and securely.
About Jordan Commercial Bank:
Established in 1977 as Jordan Gulf Bank (JGB), Jordan Commercial Bank (JCB) has come a long way to reach its current position. Believing in change and adapting to the world around it, JCB continuously strives to provide advanced, efficient, and user-friendly services and solutions to its customers. With 37 strategically located branches across Jordan, JCB is committed to providing high-quality and competitive financial solutions to corporate, retail, and investment customers, meeting their diverse needs. Additionally, JCB has a network of 10 "Tejari Express" branches throughout Jordan, offering convenient and quick services for individual and SME customers.
Furthermore, JCB provides a network of 85 ATMs across Jordan, facilitating easy access to self-service banking for customers.
As the world becomes increasingly digital and technology-dependent, JCB is investing heavily in technology, starting with the "Tejari Mobile" app, which offers customers a wide range of services such as easy balance checking, transfers, bill payments, and many other features.
About Aqaba Digital Hub: Jordan’s Digital Gateway to the World
Aqaba Digital Hub is home to Jordan’s largest carrier-neutral data center and one of the largest data centers in the region. The facility offers a broad range of services, including colocation services, an open-access submarine cable landing station, high-speed internet capacities, multiple cloud platforms, and an internet exchange point. Built to Tier III global standards, the data center has a 6 MW capacity and a suite of certifications that guarantee top-tier security, reliability, and sustainability. Aqaba Digital Hub is the preferred choice for organizations seeking robust solutions to safeguard their operations and drive innovation.
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