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$65 mln investment fuels four new projects in Sokhna

Businessmen Team news 20 October 2025 03:36 PM
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$65 mln investment fuels four new projects in Sokhna

Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), attended the signing ceremony for four new contracts between ElSewedy Industrial Development and four major Chinese textile companies to establish new factories within the "Sokhna 360" industrial city, which is being developed by ElSewedy within the SCZONE's Sokhna industrial area.

The total investment for these projects is $65 million, covering an area of 238,000 square metres, and the four projects are expected to create more than 3,000 direct jobs.

The contracts were signed by Engineer Mohamed El Kammah, CEO of ElSewedy Industrial Development, and representatives of the investing companies. The ceremony was attended by a number of leaders from SCZONE, the industrial developer, and the investors. These new investment projects represent a continuation of the fruitful cooperation between the Egyptian Commercial Service and ElSewedy Industrial Development in attracting foreign investment to Egypt.

SCZONE Chairman Walid Gamal El-Din welcomed the new projects, stressing that the contracts "are an extension of the growth path the zone is witnessing in attracting diverse investments" from various countries and sectors.

He noted that the economic zone has become a "prominent investment destination" due to its integrated infrastructure, unique strategic location, and attractive investment incentives. El-Din affirmed the authority's commitment to supporting investors to ensure rapid project execution and operation.

El-Din further highlighted the textile industry as a promising sector within the SCZONE, citing its opportunities to deepen local manufacturing and increase the added value of Egyptian products. He said the zone is developing an integrated industrial system—covering all stages from spinning and weaving to dyeing and final manufacturing—to enhance Egypt's competitive export capabilities.

He stressed that attracting major international textile companies is a vital step toward localizing modern technology, transferring expertise, and creating quality jobs for young Egyptians, aligning with the SCZONE's vision to be a specialized industrial and logistical platform that supports the national economy and sustainable development.

In this context, Engineer Mohamed El Kammah, CEO of ElSewedy Industrial Development, said the agreements reflect international investor confidence in Egypt's investment climate and the quality of infrastructure and services provided by the company's industrial cities.

He explained that ElSewedy's commitment goes beyond providing land; it includes continuous investment in infrastructure development and smart solutions to make its cities more attractive, efficient, and sustainable. The company aims to support its partners at all investment stages to create an ideal environment for attracting further foreign investment.

The Suez Canal Economic Zone is a key integrated economic zone, comprising six seaports and four industrial areas, offering investors significant opportunities in manufacturing and logistics services.