The government of Egypt represented by Transport Minister Kamel el-Wazir recently inspected the Alstom industrial complex in Borg el-Arab, highlightin
The government of Egypt represented by Transport Minister Kamel el-Wazir recently inspected the Alstom industrial complex in Borg el-Arab, highlighting its strategic importance in boosting Egypt’s transportation infrastructure and industrial capacity.
The complex will feature two state-of-the-art factories: one dedicated to producing electric systems, control circuits, and railway signals, and another focused on manufacturing metro cars, trams, and express trains. This initiative aligns with Egypt’s broader goal of strengthening domestic production and enhancing regional competitiveness in the transport sector.
Long-term vision
The project reflects Egypt’s growing partnerships with leading international firms to enhance manufacturing capabilities. France’s Alstom is collaborating on the development of the Borg el-Arab site, while Spain’s Colway is setting up a facility in Beni Suef to produce train components to meet global quality standards. Additionally, South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem will locally produce air-conditioned metro carriages, and Austria’s Voestalpine Group is establishing a factory in Abbassia to manufacture railway switches. These partnerships demonstrate Egypt’s commitment to advancing its industrial and transport sectors through technological innovation and foreign investment.
El-Wazir also announced that six Egyptian-owned factories will focus on producing railway flanges for high-speed trains, with four dedicated to flange production alone. This localization of manufacturing is expected to reduce Egypt’s reliance on imports, increase export potential, and create thousands of new jobs. The Borg el-Arab site, spanning 40 feddans, offers a strategic location that enhances logistical efficiency and market access. This project positions Egypt as a regional leader in railway production and supports the country’s long-term vision for sustainable economic growth.