Holcim Egypt Invests Over EGP 1.33 Billion in Fifth Production Line at Ain Sokhna Plant
Holcim Egypt has inaugurated its fifth production line at its Ain Sokhna manufacturing facility in Suez Governorate, with investments exceeding EGP 1.33 billion, raising the plant's total annual production capacity to 9.5 million tons.
The expansion represents a strategic investment in the company's Egyptian industrial operations, strengthening its ability to supply cement and construction materials for major housing, infrastructure and industrial development projects.
The project also reflects the global Holcim Group's commitment to expanding its industrial footprint in Egypt, improving operational efficiency and supporting local manufacturing and export growth.
Government and Swiss Representatives Attend Inauguration
The opening ceremony was attended by Mohamed Zada, Deputy Minister of Industry for Strategic Industries, and Yasser Abdullah, Assistant Minister of Environment and Local Development for Waste Affairs and CEO of the Waste Management Regulatory Authority.
Representatives of the Swiss Embassy included Emily Bay-Scheidegger, Head of the Economic, Cultural and Scientific Affairs Section.
The event also brought together Miljan Gutovic, CEO of Holcim Group; Khaled El-Dakany, Regional Head of Asia, Middle East and Africa; and Medhat Ismail, CEO of Holcim Egypt, alongside public- and private-sector partners.
Medhat Ismail: Investment Reflects Confidence in Egypt's Economic Future
Medhat Ismail, CEO of Holcim Egypt, said the investment in the fifth production line demonstrates the company's confidence in Egypt's economic future and its commitment to strengthening investment relations between Egypt and Switzerland.
He explained that long-term investments extend beyond increasing production capacity to include technology and knowledge transfer, local talent development and improving the competitiveness of the industrial sector.
Ismail added that Egypt represents a strategic market for Holcim and an important platform for regional growth.
He also highlighted the company's focus on delivering high-quality, environmentally friendly products while improving production, maintenance, quality management and supply chain operations. The company will continue investing in local talent development, modern technologies and workplace safety.
Artificial Intelligence Supports Manufacturing Efficiency
The new production line incorporates artificial intelligence technologies to improve process stability and enhance precision across different manufacturing stages.
These systems support product quality, optimize energy and resource consumption, and enable continuous monitoring of operational performance indicators to improve the plant's overall industrial efficiency.
560 Jobs and an Additional 1.5 Million Tons of Capacity
The project has generated 560 direct and indirect job opportunities and involved more than 20 Egyptian companies as implementation partners.
It is expected to add 1.5 million tons of annual production capacity for environmentally friendly cement, strengthening Holcim Egypt's ability to serve the housing, infrastructure and industrial sectors while expanding export opportunities.
Expanding Low-Carbon Construction Solutions
Holcim Egypt is continuing to develop its portfolio of innovative, low-carbon construction solutions, particularly ECOPlanet cement and ECOPact concrete, which are designed to help reduce the carbon footprint of construction projects.
Its Geocycle business supports these efforts by managing waste and preparing it for use as alternative fuels and raw materials in cement manufacturing.
This approach contributes to circular economy practices, improves resource efficiency and reduces the environmental impact of industrial operations.
Supporting Major National Development Projects
Holcim Egypt has contributed products and technical expertise to several major national projects, including the Grand Egyptian Museum, the New Administrative Capital, New Alamein City and metro projects.
The company also provides technical and engineering support to help customers select construction materials and solutions that meet the specific requirements of their projects.
The inauguration aligns with Egypt's efforts to localize manufacturing, deepen domestic industrial production, increase output and strengthen export capabilities through the integration of local expertise and international industrial technologies.
