Accompanied by Gharbia Governor Ashraf El-Guindy, Shimi's tour focused on the first phase of the project, which includes the Ghazl 1, Ghazl 4, and Preparations 1 factories, as well as a new power station that became operational in December 2024. He reviewed production rates and sales figures for the newly operational facilities.
Shimi also assessed the status of the second and final phase
of the development, which includes the Ghazl 6 factory, and the Weaving,
Dyeing, and Weaving Preparations 2 complexes. He was briefed on the
installation of new machinery and the projected timelines for their completion
and operation.
He followed up on the executive status of the second and
final phase of the Mahalla Ghazl company's development. This phase includes
factories "Ghazl 6," the "Weaving," "Dyeing," and
"Weaving Preparations 2" complexes, as well as infrastructure
networks and service buildings. The minister followed the progress of the work
and the installation of new machinery. He was briefed on the completion rates
and the expected operational plans, in the presence of Dr. Ahmed Shaker, CEO of
the Cotton, Spinning, Weaving and Garments Holding Company, and Engineer Ahmed
Badr, CEO of the Misr Spinning and Weaving Company in El Mahalla El Kobra.
Addressing project contractors, the minister emphasized the
importance of adhering to deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards to
ensure the new facilities enter service promptly. He highlighted the strategic
importance of the project, stating it is a key pillar of a national initiative
to restore Egypt's historic leadership in the textile sector.
The project, he noted, aims to boost the value of Egyptian
cotton, increase the export competitiveness of Egyptian products, and introduce
advanced production technology. It enhances operational efficiency to achieve
industrial integration and transform the affiliated companies into strong and capable
productive entities for sustainable growth.
Shimi directed that a top priority be given to the system of
marketing and promoting products, to keep pace with the ongoing modernization
and to open new markets for export. He also stressed the importance of
improving the efficiency of human resources through continuous training and the
transfer of modern expertise.
Governor El-Guindy praised the state's support for the project and highlighted the governorate's efforts to improve local infrastructure, including roads leading to the factory, to facilitate operations and reduce traffic congestion. He affirmed the project's role in restoring El Mahalla El Kubra's status as a major industrial hub.