Royal Jordanian Geographical Center

Name

Royal Jordanian Geographical Center

Legal name

Royal Jordanian Geographical Center

Website

https://rjgc.gov.jo

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Geospatial and Surveying Services

NAICS

Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (541370), Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services (54137), Space Research and Technology (92711)

akta.pro primary industry

GIS & Spatial Data Management Platforms (BPAMANAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Remote Sensing & Imaging (Satellite, UAV/Drone, Aerial, Multispectral/Hyperspectral) (AFAGALAC), Location Intelligence, Analytics & Geospatial BI (BPAMANAE)

Keywords

• Geospatial services
• Topographic mapping
• Aerial photography
• Geodetic surveying
• GIS training

Headquarters

HQ city

Amman

HQ country

Jordan

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Mapping Services: Provision of maps at various scales, aerial/spatial images, and geoinformation to government sectors
2. Specialized Training Programs: GIS Pro courses, surveying training, map reading, GPS systems, and other specialized courses for public and private sector employees
3. Surveying Services: Geodetic points, coordinate determination, precise leveling, coordinate conversions, field surveys
4. Publication and Printing: Magazine Al-Miqyas publication and commercial printing services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Royal Jordanian Geographical Center produces and distributes topographic maps (printed and digital), aerial photographs and satellite imagery, digital vector layers (Shapefile) and elevation models (DSM/DEM), and geodetic surveying data including coordinate determination, precise leveling, and CORS network services for Jordanian government, military, and select private clients. It also provides specialized GIS, surveying, and remote sensing training programs, commercial printing, Qibla direction determination, and astronomy and crescent observation services for the Islamic lunar calendar, alongside publishing the Al-Miqyas scientific magazine.

Product overview

The Royal Jordanian Geographical Center offers a comprehensive portfolio of geospatial products and services. The core offerings include topographic maps at various scales (both printed and digital), aerial photography and satellite imagery production, and digital vector mapping with elevation models (Shapefile layers). Supporting services include surveying works (geodetic points, coordinate systems, field surveys), commercial printing, Qibla direction determination, and specialized training courses in GIS, remote sensing, and surveying. The center also publishes Al-Miqyas Magazine (a scientific journal) and operates The Little Geographer program for children's geographic education. The product portfolio is government-oriented, serving public and private sectors with geospatial data, mapping services, and professional training programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Al-Miqyas Magazine: Scientific magazine published by the center covering surveying sciences, geographic information systems, remote sensing, geology, engineering, aerial and satellite imagery, space sciences, and astronomy.

Products and services

• Topographic Maps

Quantifiable outcome

• Trained personnel from Arab countries in surveying, cartography, GIS, and remote sensing

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Land and Survey Department (دائرة الأراضي والمساحة)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025Cooperation agreement covering surveying, aerial/spatial photography, CORS network project, training in surveying and remote sensing, and free data exchange with electronic linking
• Jordan Valley Authority (سلطة وادي الأردن)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement for joint mapping and geoinformation projects
• Ministry of Youth (وزارة الشباب)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to create an interactive map of all Ministry facilities across the Kingdom
• Greater Amman Municipality (أمانة عمان الكبرى)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for aerial photography, space imaging, and remote sensing applications cooperation
• Irbid Municipality (بلدية إربد الكبرى)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU to enhance joint cooperation in surveying and mapping services
• Ministry of Energy (وزارة الطاقة)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical cooperation MoU for energy sector geoinformation support
• Al-Balqa Applied University (جامعة البلقاء التطبيقية)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic cooperation for new specializations in space science and technology
• Mutah University (جامعة مؤتة)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for academic cooperation including master's program in Space Science (Satellite Communications)
• Al-Isra University (جامعة الإسراء)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for training cooperation and diploma programs in geospatial sciences
• Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan (جامعة الزيتونة الأردنية)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for academic and research cooperation, joint training, and scientific research in alignment with modern technology
• Jadara University (جامعة جدارا)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for cooperation in training and geospatial research programs
• Jordan University of Science and Technology (جامعة اليرموك)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for cooperation in surveying and geospatial education
• Hashemite University (الجامعة الهاشمية)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for cooperation in geospatial education and training
• National Library (المكتبة الوطنية)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement for archiving and documentation
• Ministry of Environment (وزارة البيئة)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU for environmental mapping and GIS cooperation
• Jordan Chamber of Industry (الغرفة الصناعية)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement for economic development projects mapping
• Constructors Syndicate (نقابة مقاولي الانشاءات)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement to launch interactive map for construction sector facilities
• Jordan Post (البريد الأردني)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on national addressing project implementation
• Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAgreement with Japan to launch technical project for developing unified national coordinate system
• United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) - Regional CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperates the Regional Center for Teaching Space Science and Technology for West Asia under UNOOSA

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Trimble: Global provider of geospatial technology including surveying instruments, GNSS systems, and GIS/data management solutions. Comparable to RJGC's geodetic surveying and GPS-related services, though operating commercially across multiple verticals.
• Esri: Global leader in GIS software (ArcGIS), serving government mapping agencies worldwide including many national cartographic authorities. Comparable to RJGC's GIS layer production and digital mapping activities, though operating as a commercial software incumbent rather than a state mapping agency.
• Maxar Technologies: Leading provider of high-resolution satellite imagery and geospatial analytics for government and commercial customers. Comparable to RJGC's aerial photography and satellite imagery processing capabilities, though at much larger global scale as a commercial satellite operator.

Direct peers

• Ordnance Survey: The United Kingdom's national mapping agency, producing authoritative topographic maps, geospatial data, and surveying services. Directly comparable to RJGC as both serve as the official government cartographic authority for their respective countries, offering similar core products (paper and digital maps, aerial imagery, geodetic data).
• United States Geological Survey (USGS): U.S. federal science agency providing topographic maps, geospatial data, aerial imagery, and Earth observation analytics. Directly comparable to RJGC as a government authority producing authoritative national mapping and Earth science products for civilian and governmental use.
• Institut national de l'information géographique et forestière (IGN): France's national geographic institute, providing official mapping, geodetic reference networks, aerial photography, and geospatial data. Comparable to RJGC as a state-mandated national authority delivering the full range of surveying, cartographic, and remote sensing services for government and citizens.
• Lantmäteriet: Sweden's land mapping, cadastral and land registration authority, producing official maps, geodetic infrastructure, and property information. Directly comparable to RJGC as a government institution delivering national surveying, mapping, and geospatial data management.
• Bundesamt für Kartographie und Geodäsie (BKG): Germany's federal agency for cartography and geodesy, providing official national geodetic reference networks, topographic data, and surveying services. Comparable to RJGC as a national government body responsible for authoritative geoinformation infrastructure and spatial reference systems.

Regional players

• General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information (GEOSA), Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's national geospatial authority, established to consolidate surveying, mapping, and geospatial services. Comparable to RJGC as a regional peer in the Arab world delivering national geoinformation services with a government mandate.
• Survey of India: India's national survey and mapping organization under the Department of Science & Technology. Comparable to RJGC as a government national mapping and surveying authority, though operating in a different geography with much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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