Who we serve in Egypt
EGPC, EGAS, EEHC, NREA (renewables), private EPC contractors, manufacturing operators in Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), and government infrastructure programmes.
Egypt's industrial buying covers a wide spectrum: hydrocarbons (EGPC, EGAS), power generation (EEHC), renewables (NREA), manufacturing in the SCZONE, and the New Administrative Capital infrastructure programme.
Our Cairo office coordinates with logistics partners in Alexandria, Damietta and Sokhna for heavy plant, and with local technical agents for site visits and commissioning support.
Equipment categories with strong stock and lead time in Egypt.
How equipment gets to your site.
- Alexandria Port
- Damietta Port
- Port Said East (Suez Canal)
- Sokhna Port
- Cairo International Airport
- Cairo
- Alexandria
- Damietta
- Suez
- Ismailia
- 6th of October
Egypt customs duties typically 5–10% for industrial equipment. Clearance through Alexandria and Damietta typically 7–14 days. Strategic projects benefit from reduced duty.
Shipping options to Egypt
- · Sea freight to Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said East and Sokhna
- · Air freight to Cairo (CAI)
- · Bonded transport to project sites
We respond in
Our Egypt desk responds within one business day on average. For urgent inquiries outside business hours, message us on WhatsApp.
What buyers typically ask about Egypt.
How to source genuine Siemens circuit breakers for a power plant in Egypt?+
Verify the supplier's ability to provide traceable OEM parts with certificates of conformance. Request the original manufacturer's part number and cross-reference it with Siemens documentation. Ensure the supplier can deliver to Egyptian ports with proper customs documentation and warranty support.
What are the lead times for ABB transformers in Egypt?+
Lead times vary based on specifications and current production schedules. Typically, standard distribution transformers may take 12-16 weeks, while custom power transformers can extend beyond 24 weeks. Confirm with the supplier the exact timeline and whether they can expedite for critical projects.
How to evaluate EPC contractors for a substation project in Egypt?+
Assess their experience with similar projects in Egypt, including knowledge of local regulations and grid codes. Verify their track record with the Egyptian Electricity Holding Company. Check for valid licenses, insurance, and references from past clients. Ensure they have a local team for project management and after-sales support.