Egypt Approves ”Fujairah Alamein for Oil and Gas” Special Free Zone in New Alamein City
The Egyptian government has officially approved the establishment of a new special free zone named "Fujairah Alamein for Oil and Gas" in New Alamein City, Matrouh Governorate. The facility will span an area of approximately 737.9 thousand square meters and will be strictly dedicated to the storage, handling, and trading of crude oil and petroleum products.
The approval was formalized through Cabinet Decision No. 65 of 2026, issued on August 18, 2026, and recently published in the Egyptian Official Gazette.
Situated in a highly strategic coastal location, the new free zone is positioned in the southern area along the Alexandria-Matrouh Coastal Road within New Alamein City, directly adjacent to the western boundary of the El Hamra Petroleum Port expansion area.
Project Snapshot
The table below outlines the core dimensions and regulatory details of the new energy logistics hub:
Project AspectDetails & Specifications
Zone NameFujairah Alamein for Oil and Gas
ClassificationSpecial Free Zone
Total Area~737,900 square meters
Core OperationsStorage, handling, and trading of crude oil and refined petroleum products.
LocationNew Alamein City (Alexandria-Matrouh Coastal Road).
Regulatory AuthorityCabinet Decision No. 65 of 2026 (August 18, 2026).
Strategic Objectives and Energy Logistics
According to the official decree, the establishment of the Fujairah Alamein free zone is an integral component of a broader national strategy targeted at developing the El Hamra Petroleum Port.
By creating a specialized logistics hub for crude and petroleum products directly adjacent to the port, the government aims to maximize the operational efficiency of the port's strategic geographic location and leverage the extensive infrastructure already available in the region. This move further aligns with Egypt's ongoing efforts to cement its position as a central regional trading hub for energy and hydrocarbons.