Egypt is targeting its textile and spinning sector as part of its industrial strategy, with a focus on local manufacturing, exports and integration into global supply chains, according to Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem.
During a tour of the industrial zone in 6th of October City, the minister visited two factories specialising in textile manufacturing, knitting, dyeing, printing and finishing. The visits covered production operations and the companies’ export activities.
Hashem said the sector’s labour-intensive character, relatively low energy consumption and availability of skilled workers could help attract further investment and support industrial growth.
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Naga Tex Exports 60% of Fabric Production
At Naga Tex, the minister reviewed a facility producing approximately 1.44 million metres of fabric annually. Around 90% of the components used in production are sourced locally, according to the information presented during the visit.
The company exports approximately 60% of its output to markets including Switzerland, Türkiye, Germany, Brazil and Italy. Its exports generate around $2 million.
Misr Al-Salam Expands the Local Processing Chain
Hashem also visited Misr Al-Salam for knitting, dyeing, printing and finishing. The company has an annual capacity of 5,000 tonnes of dyed and printed fabric and uses approximately 80% local components.
It exports around 20% of its production to Türkiye and Morocco, with exports valued at approximately $3 million.
The minister said increasing local content and strengthening connections between production stages would improve the competitiveness of Egyptian products and support the country’s industrialisation and export targets.
Export-Focused Expansion at Unilever
Earlier in the day, Hashem opened a new production line at Unilever’s Mashreq personal care factory in 6th of October City. The line is expected to increase the plant’s annual production capacity by 20%, with its entire output dedicated to export markets.
According to the ministry, approximately 65% of the factory’s current production is exported, while around 80% of the materials used in manufacturing are sourced locally.
