El Sherbiny opened the meeting by thanking Mamdouh Raslan,
former Chairman of the Holding Company for Water and Wastewater, for his
efforts during his tenure. He also expressed appreciation to the outgoing heads
of several subsidiary companies, wishing them and the current leadership
success. He noted that all officials serve the nation wherever they are
assigned.
He stressed the importance of improving the services
provided to citizens. He emphasized that every company head must leave a
positive impact on the workflow and ensure that this improvement is reflected
in the quality of services delivered to the public.
El Sherbiny issued several directives to the company heads
across the governorates. He underscored the need for constant on-site presence
during crises, from the chairman to all employees, to ensure direct monitoring
of operations on the ground. He called for daily visits to all projects and
stations, optimal utilization of the company’s resources and regular follow-up
on the presidential Decent Life initiative to ensure the timely completion of
its projects.
The Minister directed the companies to develop a
comprehensive vision for advancing the entire system and enhancing integration
among all subsidiaries. He highlighted the importance of cooperation and mutual
support, especially during emergencies, to ensure immediate response and the
efficient use of all available resources. He also emphasized the need to build
a second tier of leadership to prepare future managers.
He instructed the subsidiary heads to strengthen governance
across all procedures and transactions. He stressed the importance of
supporting local industry by relying on domestic products and upgrading
maintenance and repair workshops across the Holding Company and its
subsidiaries.
El Sherbiny emphasized the need to prepare for the winter
season by developing plans and scenarios to manage rainfall and flash floods.
He called for raising preparedness levels in all governorates and ensuring that
all vehicles and equipment are ready to address weather-related challenges. He
also highlighted the importance of developing crisis management and monitoring
units and focusing on operational and maintenance plans.
He reiterated the need to maintain the quality and safety of
drinking water in accordance with approved standards. He called for continued
efforts to reduce water loss and to develop the skills and capabilities of
company employees.
At the conclusion of the meeting, El Sherbiny stressed the
importance of full coordination with all relevant authorities regarding ongoing
projects. He emphasized the need to maintain communication with citizens,
respond promptly to complaints and adhere to all occupational safety and health
standards at work sites.