# Jordan grants conditional approval for Afaq Energy gas-distributor acquisition

> The conditional decision sets payment, discount, infrastructure and workforce requirements to protect LPG-distribution competition.

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- Published: 2026-10-15T08:58:14+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-15T08:58:14+00:00
- Event / data period: 2026-10-13
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Jordan’s Industry, Trade and Supply Minister conditionally approved Afaq Energy’s acquisition of full ownership of Advanced Central Gas LLC. Petra reported on 13 October that Decision No. 3 of 2026 followed a Competition Protection Department review; the report did not say the acquisition had been completed.

The conditions cap payment terms at 30 days, prohibit direct or indirect discounts on gas supply, and bar free network replacement tied to exclusive supply agreements with micro and small businesses. They also require administrative and marketing separation among Afaq-owned distributors and protection of workers’ rights; violations can invalidate approval.

## Data

### Conditions on the LPG-distributor acquisition

Key conduct and structural conditions under Decision 3/2026.

Methodology: Summarizes obligations in Petra’s report on the decision; conditional approval does not mean the transaction is complete.

| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Payment terms | Maximum 30 days |
| Gas-price discounts | Direct and indirect discounts prohibited |
| Free competitor network replacement | Prohibited when tied to exclusive supply with micro and small enterprises |
| Company separation and workers | Separate administration and marketing; protect employee rights |

Sources: <https://petra.gov.jo/en/news/government-approves-gas-distributor-acquisition-under-strict-competition-conditions> · Download data: [JSON](https://newsverum.com/api/v1/articles/jordan-afaq-energy-gas-acquisition-competition-conditions-2026/data/d-jordan-afaq-competition-conditions?lang=en&format=json) · [CSV](https://newsverum.com/api/v1/articles/jordan-afaq-energy-gas-acquisition-competition-conditions-2026/data/d-jordan-afaq-competition-conditions?lang=en&format=csv)

## Sources

- [Jordan News Agency Petra, reporting Ministry of Industry, Trade and Supply Decision No. 3 of 2026](<https://petra.gov.jo/en/news/government-approves-gas-distributor-acquisition-under-strict-competition-conditions>) (Source checked: 2026-10-15; Published: 2026-10-13)

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