CAIRO: In a key milestone for Egypt’s trade and logistics sector, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly addressed the media following the successful launch of the Egyptian-Italian Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) line. The launch of this service marks a pivotal moment in Egypt’s strategy to become a regional logistics and transportation hub linking Europe and Africa.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the primary advantage of the new RoRo line is its ability to significantly reduce the time required to transport Egyptian exports to Europe. This initiative is part of Egypt’s broader plan to enhance its logistics infrastructure and increase trade efficiency, positioning the country as a vital player in the global supply chain. As part of this transformation, the government is focusing on improving and expanding the country’s port infrastructure.

A significant project in this regard is the expansion of the Tahya Misr 1 container terminal at Damietta Port, which is being upgraded to accommodate the growing volume o
f goods and trade. This terminal will play a crucial role in the operations of the new RoRo line, further boosting Egypt’s logistics capacity. The new RoRo line will connect Egypt and Italy through a “green corridor,” facilitating the rapid and efficient movement of goods between the two countries.

This connection is not only expected to streamline trade but also open up new export markets for Egyptian agricultural products in Italy and throughout Europe, providing a significant boost to Egypt’s economy. One of the key benefits of this new line is its ability to handle perishable agricultural goods. The service will enable the fast transportation of fresh produce between Egypt and Italy, with the journey between Damietta Port and Trieste Port taking just a day and a half at most.

To ensure the safe transport of these goods, refrigerated trucks and containers will be used in both countries, with the line’s capacity supporting 420 trucks in total. This project is a clear reflection of Egypt’s growing ambition
to strengthen its logistics and trade infrastructure, offering enhanced connectivity between Europe and Africa while supporting the country’s export sector and broader economic goals.