Cairo: Egypt’s Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel El-Wazir, has announced the allocation of 13.3 million square meters of serviced industrial land across 22 governorates. This initiative is part of the government’s strategy to strengthen the industrial sector and attract both local and foreign investments.

According to State Information Service Egypt, a total of 2,172 plots will be made available through the Egypt Industrial Digital Platform. This aligns with government directives to launch new projects and integrate modern technology to enhance investor services. The initiative aims to streamline the investment process and provide efficient access to industrial land.

Minister El-Wazir also introduced the second phase of the Egypt Industrial Digital Platform, which now offers six digital services, including building permits, statements of eligibility, and industrial registry applications. These enhancements are designed to improve efficiency, accessibility, and transparency in the industrial investment process.

The newly allocated plots range from 200 to 500,000 square meters, catering to small, medium, and large-scale industrial enterprises. Industries such as food production, pharmaceuticals, engineering, chemicals, construction materials, and textiles are among those that the plots are designated for. Investors can apply for two land options to increase their chances of securing a suitable plot, ensuring greater flexibility and accessibility.

This land allocation initiative is part of the Ministry of Industry’s broader strategy to boost industrial production, enhance local manufacturing, increase exports, and support industrial investors. The government aims to provide a transparent and structured process for accessing industrial land, encouraging investments.

The Ministry has confirmed that land allocations will occur every three months via the Egypt Industrial Digital Platform, offering regular opportunities for serious investors. Minister El-Wazir emphasized that the application process will open on March 1, 2025, with submissions required within a week of the announcement.