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Egypt’s Misr Aluminium to receive solar power from 569 MWp Dandara project
Egypt’s largest aluminium producer, Misr Aluminium Company (EgyptAlum), is set to receive electricity from a 569 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar power plant being developed in the country’s Qena Governorate. The project will supply power under a long-term purchase agreement, with Egypt’s Ministry of Finance guaranteeing EgyptAlum’s payment obligations. The first phase of the Dandara solar and battery project will also include a 100 megawatt-hour (MWh) energy storage system. It is expected to generate around 1,500 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity in its first year of operation. Join the fourth edition of webinar " Hedging for recyclers - Become an expert in 6 hours " by Jorge Dyszel. The European Investment Bank (EIB) will provide a loan of up to USD 90 million towards the project, backed by...
Egypt Aluminum stock drops 1.17% on October 7, remains 14% below 52-week high
Egypt Aluminum stock closed lower on the Egyptian Exchange on October 7, 2026, with shares ending at EGP 339.40 (USD 6.48), down 1.17 per cent from EGP 343.41 (USD 6.55) in the previous session. The stock was 14.08 per cent below its 52-week high of EGP 395.00 (USD 7.54) and 107.53 per cent above its 52-week low of EGP 163.66 (USD 3.12). The company had a market capitalisation of EGP 140.0 billion (USD 2.67 billion). During the session, Egypt Aluminum shares traded between EGP 334.73 (USD 6.39) and EGP 344.99 (USD 6.59), with trading volume at around 307,000 shares, above the stock’s three-month average. The October 7 movement came after Egypt Aluminum reported its fiscal 2026 results on September 20, providing the market with a view of the company’s profitability for the year ended June...
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CRRE 2026 set to welcome large Egyptian recycling delegation
Driven by the global shift toward sustainable, low-carbon development, cross-border collaboration in the circular economy has never been more urgent. As a premier hub for circular technology and partnership, the Circular Resources and Recycling Expo (CRRE) is dedicated to driving international cooperation by connecting global stakeholders with advanced technologies, equipment, and market opportunities. CRRE 2026 will be taking place from November 25-27 at Suzhou International Expo Center in Suzhou, China. The organiser has recently signed a strategic cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Eco Green Waste Management (EGWM) and the E-Waste Committee under the Federation of Egyptian Industries (EWC-FEI). Through this partnership, the three organisations will jointly advance...
Chinese aluminium giant eyes $2b Egypt complex, targeting 3,000 jobs and clean-energy manufacturing
A leading Chinese aluminium manufacturing group is considering a USD 2 billion investment in Egypt that could create more than 3,000 jobs and support the development of a clean-energy-based industrial complex in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The proposed project was discussed by Egyptian Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Hussein Eissa and a senior delegation from the Chinese aluminium group, as Egypt seeks to attract investment that can strengthen its industrial and manufacturing base. The planned complex is expected to rely on clean energy sources, aligning with the growing focus on more sustainable manufacturing. Egyptian authorities also highlighted the project's potential to bring modern technologies and expertise into the country. Join the webinar by Alberto Monje Gama to...
Sterling & Wilson Renewable hits record $1.35bn UOV as aluminium demand in solar rises
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Ltd (SWREL) has reported its highest-ever Unexecuted Order Value (UOV) since the pandemic, closing the first quarter (Q1) of FY27 with an order pipeline of nearly INR 130 billion (USD 1.35 billion) . The milestone was supported by strong domestic EPC activity and a landmark international solar project in Egypt, highlighting continued growth in renewable infrastructure and the increasing use of aluminium-inclusive products like solar module frames, mounting structures, cable systems, battery enclosures and other EPC applications. The company also posted a 36 per cent year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) during the quarter, while revenue from its operation and maintenance (O&M) business rose 40 per cent, indicating the expansion of its managed...
Aluminum Association calls for comprehensive strategy to strengthen US aluminium supply chain
The Aluminum Association has urged US policymakers to adopt an "all-of-the-above" strategy to strengthen the country's aluminium supply chain, arguing that expanding both primary and secondary aluminium production is essential to meeting rising demand across transportation, packaging, defence, energy and advanced manufacturing. According to the association, discussions often present primary and secondary aluminium as competing options, whereas both are complementary and necessary for a resilient domestic industry. Charles Johnson, President and CEO of the Aluminum Association, said growing production of both materials will be critical if the United States aims to strengthen its manufacturing base. The association noted that aluminium is one of the few materials designated as a critical...
Egyptalum pursues a $100m denominated loan for its first aluminium foil plant
Egypt Aluminium Company (Egyptalum) is said to be looking for a USD 100 million loan to help fund the development of Egypt's first aluminium foil plant, which is deemed to play an important part in Egypt's strategy to strengthen its downstream aluminium industry, thereby decreasing the need for imports. According to a report by a renowned news media, the financing will be arranged through a consortium of Egyptian and Gulf-based banks. The National Bank of Egypt is leading the process and managing the dollar-denominated loan, with the final financing agreement expected to be signed during the fourth quarter of 2026. The report cited unnamed sources familiar with the matter. The initial step of the project will require about USD 90 million in investment and will produce 25,000 tonnes of...
Arab Aluminum swings to profit in Q1 2026 as sales rise 8%
Arab Aluminum Company reported net profit after tax of EGP 2.243 million (USD 45,300) in the first quarter of 2026, compared with a net loss of EGP 6.003 million (USD 121,200) during the same period last year. The company’s sales increased 8 per cent year-on-year to EGP 137.906 million (USD 2.79 million) in Q1 2026, up from EGP 127.162 million (USD 2.57 million) a year earlier. Arab Aluminum operates across several aluminium processing segments, including billet casting, extrusion, alloy production, anodizing and aluminium painting. Explore: The most comprehensive and forward-looking industry-focused report - Global Bauxite & Alumina Market Forecast to 2036: Supply–Demand, Trade Flows & Price Outlook Its product portfolio mainly serves the construction and building industries and includes...
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